Central California

Monterey Peninsula

Where to Stay in Monterey

Where to Stay in Monterey

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We've sifted through hundreds of options to find Monterey's best lodgings, including top choices for a romantic getaway, a wellness stay or a group gathering, as well as the best hip, luxury and good value hotels.

Best Luxury Hotels in Monterey

Experience luxury along the rugged and beautiful coast of Northern California. Check out our picks for the absolute best!

A spacious hotel room with a cozy fireplace, a large bed, and a beige couch facing a wall-mounted TV. Sliding glass doors open to a balcony with wooden furniture overlooking a scenic view of the lake and mountains under a partly cloudy sky – the perfect place if you're wondering where to stay on the Monterey Peninsula.

The Lodge at Pebble Beach

Two chairs arranged with brunch and orange juice at the Inn at Spanish Bay in Monterey, California.

The Inn at Spanish Bay

casa palmero

Casa Palmero

Bernardus Lodge

Bernardus Lodge

A twilight scene featuring the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. The multi-story building is warmly lit and has balconies. Pedestrians walk near the sidewalk and crosswalks, while cars are parked along the street. The ocean and distant hills provide a stunning backdrop, enhancing the hotel's charm.

Monterey Plaza Hotel

Portola Hotel and Spa in Monterey, California

Portola Hotel & Spa

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The Clement Monterey

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Best Group Getaway Hotels in Monterey

Whether you’re planning a family reunion, milestone birthday, bachelorette party or work off-site, we’ve done the homework!

Asilomar Conference Grounds

Asilomar Conference Grounds

A luxurious beachfront hotel with multiple balconies overlooks a sandy shore where gentle waves roll in. The sky is clear, and the sea stretches into the horizon, creating a serene coastal scenery—truly an ideal spot when considering where to stay on Monterey Peninsula.

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

A view of a resort swimming pool area with several sun loungers and umbrellas around the pool. There are cabanas to the right and trees and greenery in the background. The sky is clear and blue, suggesting a sunny day. A large lawn and more seating are also visible—an idyllic spot if you're considering where to stay on Monterey Peninsula.

Hyatt Regency Monterey

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Monterey Tides

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The Clement Monterey

Portola Hotel and Spa in Monterey, California

Portola Hotel & Spa

A man and a woman are sitting on a wooden deck overlooking a sandy coastline. The woman is standing and using binoculars to look at the ocean, while the man is sitting in a chair with his legs up, wearing a hat and holding a drink. A wooden fence separates the deck from the beach at one of the central coast hotels.

Sanctuary Beach Resort

A cozy hotel room features a large bed with orange and white patterned pillows and a matching throw blanket. Warm lighting from lamps on wooden nightstands illuminates the space. The room opens to a balcony with outdoor seating, offering a view of greenery and the ocean.

Casa Munras

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Best Spa/Wellness Hotels in Monterey

Treat yourself to spa treatments, yoga on a picturesque hilltops or basking in a hot tub after a day of mindfulness and meditation at these top wellness and spa hotels.

A cozy patio on the Monterey Peninsula features a wooden swing bench with cushions, a small outdoor fire pit, and decorative lanterns. The area is surrounded by a wicker fence and includes a modern sliding glass door. A tree extends into the space, adding a natural element to where you stay.

Carmel Valley Ranch

Bernardus Lodge

Bernardus Lodge

A rustic restaurant, ideal for those wondering where to stay on the Monterey Peninsula, features extensive outdoor seating surrounded by lush greenery and set against a backdrop of rolling hills and mountains at dusk. Warm lights illuminate the seating areas, creating a cozy atmosphere as trees and plants frame the picturesque setting.

Ventana Big Sur

Two people enjoy a scenic view from a wooden deck overlooking a vast ocean, a perfect spot for local getaways. One stands, capturing the moment with their phone, while the other relaxes on a bench. The deck is surrounded by trees and green foliage, with a dramatic coastline and blue sky in the background.

Esalen

A view of a resort swimming pool area with several sun loungers and umbrellas around the pool. There are cabanas to the right and trees and greenery in the background. The sky is clear and blue, suggesting a sunny day. A large lawn and more seating are also visible—an idyllic spot if you're considering where to stay on Monterey Peninsula.

Hyatt Regency Monterey

An outdoor rooftop terrace with a scenic view of the sun setting over a body of water. The terrace features two lounge chairs, a hot tub, and cushioned seating. Potted plants and elegant railings line the perimeter, enhancing the tranquil ambiance—perfect for those searching where to stay on the Monterey Peninsula.

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

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Best Romantic Hotels In Monterey

Couples’ massages, whirlpool tubs and wrought-iron canopy beds — these romantic hotels have them all plus gorgeous nature, to boot.

casa palmero

Casa Palmero

A twilight scene featuring the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. The multi-story building is warmly lit and has balconies. Pedestrians walk near the sidewalk and crosswalks, while cars are parked along the street. The ocean and distant hills provide a stunning backdrop, enhancing the hotel's charm.

Monterey Plaza Hotel

King bed, sitting room and fireplace within a hotel room at Spindrift Inn in Monterey, California.

Spindrift Inn

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Monterey Tides

Portola Hotel and Spa in Monterey, California

Portola Hotel & Spa

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The Clement Monterey

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Best Waterfront Hotels in Monterey

Each of these hotels is perfectly poised for enjoying the coastal landscape, oftentimes even from your bed.

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The Clement Monterey

A spacious hotel room with a cozy fireplace, a large bed, and a beige couch facing a wall-mounted TV. Sliding glass doors open to a balcony with wooden furniture overlooking a scenic view of the lake and mountains under a partly cloudy sky – the perfect place if you're wondering where to stay on the Monterey Peninsula.

The Lodge at Pebble Beach

King bed, sitting room and fireplace within a hotel room at Spindrift Inn in Monterey, California.

Spindrift Inn

monterey tides hotel

Monterey Tides

Two chairs arranged with brunch and orange juice at the Inn at Spanish Bay in Monterey, California.

The Inn at Spanish Bay

An outdoor rooftop terrace with a scenic view of the sun setting over a body of water. The terrace features two lounge chairs, a hot tub, and cushioned seating. Potted plants and elegant railings line the perimeter, enhancing the tranquil ambiance—perfect for those searching where to stay on the Monterey Peninsula.

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Sanctuary Beach Resort

Sanctuary Beach Resort

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Best Vetted Value Hotels in Monterey

These hotels may not offer the absolute lowest rates, but they provide excellent bang for your buck.

Portola Hotel and Spa in Monterey, California

Portola Hotel & Spa

Monterey, Value, Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn

Monterey, Value, Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego

Monterey, Value, The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

Monterey, Value, Mariposa Inn and Suites

Mariposa Inn and Suites

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