The best hotels for wellness in Monterey offer unique opportunities for restorative getaways, whether it’s treating yourself to spa treatments, practicing yoga on a picturesque hilltop or basking in a hot tub after a day of mindfulness and meditation. Their offerings of locally sourced food and wine can also have a rejuvenating effect.
Featured photo courtesy of Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa.
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa
The full name of the recently renovated Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course emphasizes one part of its appeal: It overlooks the oldest continually operated golf course west of the Mississippi, whose first nine holes opened in 1897. Although Pebble Beach Resorts operates the historic course, guests at the Hyatt Regency have easy access to it, plus two heated outdoor pools, tennis courts, a new 3,000-square-foot fitness center, walking paths, a hammock garden and outdoor lounge with fire pits. Wellness devotees will enjoy one of the region’s top spas at family-owned Spa Adeline.
HIGHLIGHT: The hotel’s new Central Coast Provisions market and signature dining spot, Sea Root Restaurant and Hearth, showcase the region’s bounty from land and sea. The 560 redesigned guestrooms and suites come in all kinds of configurations, with some of the more affordable rates among top hotels in the area. Just off Highway 1, it’s a short bike ride to the oceanside Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail.
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
If your ideal wellness getaway involves spa treatments in a spectacular setting, then Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa should be on your list. On the quiet end of Cannery Row, but close to everything, the upscale hotel offers 290 recently renovated rooms and suites. M Award-winning Vista Blue Spa provides panoramic views from a rooftop terrace with whirlpool spas, while the large, well-equipped fitness center overlooks Monterey Bay, The Monterey Bay Coastal Trail is nearby for easy access to cycling, running and walking. The regional cuisine at the fine-dining Coastal Kitchen and the lively, bay-view Schooners Monterey is excellent.
HIGHLIGHT: Many rooms feature dazzling Monterey Bay views and some have balconies so close to the water you might think you’re aboard a yacht — hence it’s also on our list of best hotels for waterfront hotels. Those looking for a hotel suited to group getaways will love the suites that feel residential-sized, with classic yet contemporary decor, as well the easy access to Cannery Row, Pacific Grove and Monterey. Staying on the waterfront doesn’t hurt either.
Portola Hotel
In the heart of Old Monterey, Portola Hotel & Spa is steps to the historic Custom House Plaza, the shops and restaurants on Old Fisherman’s Wharf, quaint adobes and intriguing museums. Its 379 recently renovated rooms and suites boast a bright and light coastal palette with modern, streamlined furnishings — and some feature a queen sleeper sofa or a connecting room option to accommodate groups traveling together. Dining options are tasty and convenient: clubby Jacks Monterey and the acclaimed indoor-outdoor Peter B’s Brewpub. A serene spa is also onsite offering more than 40 treatments sure to appeal to the wellness-enthusiasts in your party, including facials and massage.
HIGHLIGHT: A plethora of appealing indoor and outdoor venues make the Portola Hotel & Spa a popular choice for hosting all types of events, from corporate retreats to destination weddings. The hotel will also help coordinate group experiences, from whale watching excursions to golf outings, to keep everyone entertained.
InterContinental the Clement Monterey
One of the newest structures in historic Cannery Row, the 220-room InterContinental The Clement Monterey spreads its rooms and facilities between a waterfront building and one across the street, connected by a second-story bridge. The hotel is well equipped to host groups of various sizes. All of its luxurious accommodations come with gas fireplaces (perfect for foggy nights), soaking tubs, walk-in showers and plump beds with Frette linens, and some include pull-out sofa beds as well. The street-side building hosts the small but well-regarded spa and the more commodious fitness center, which overlooks a courtyard with a modest heated pool. Everyone can soak in the sea air from the expansive deck with fire pits, an easy walk to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, shops and dining.
HIGHLIGHT: Offering more than 15,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor space to accommodate a variety of events, from weddings to family reunions to business meetings, nearly all of the InterContinental The Clement Monterey’s 12 event rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows with captivating ocean views.
Casa Munras
From the hacienda décor-inspired rooms to the lush grounds surrounding the swimming pool, the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa pays homage to its origins as the 1824-built home of Spanish diplomat Don Estéban Munras. Despite the hotel’s nod to the past, however, it also provides the modern amenities today’s travelers expect, with plenty of perks for groups traveling together. Estéban Restaurant, serving Spanish-influenced cuisine, is a favorite gathering place for indoor and alfresco dining on the newly remodeled Mediterranean garden patio, and the onsite spa, Peloton indoor cycling room and complementary bike rentals ensure there’s plenty to do for everyone in your party.
HIGHLIGHT: A variety of rooms and suites, some with fireplaces, sofa beds and generous seating areas (and some pet-friendly, too!), are designed to suit the needs of group travelers. And for those looking to host a celebratory gathering or meeting, the hotel boasts 5,500 square feet of event space in five unique venues.
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