Monterey Vacations

A Spanish hacienda in the heart of Old MontereyCasa Munras captures the true spirit of Monterey, with a blend of warm, casual guest rooms, elegant dining and outdoor spaces that invite guests to linger in cool Monterey evenings. Whether guests are here for business or pleasure, they find a few quiet moments to relax in landscaped courtyards, by the pool or with a massage in Sano Spa. The Spanish-inspired Estéban restaurant calls on the origins of Casa Munras as the 19th century residence of Don Estéban Munras, the last Spanish diplomat to California. HighlightsEstéban restaurant and lounge serves breakfast and a tapas-style dinner menu dailySano Spa offers massage and body treatments and an outdoor spa gardenComplimentary self parking Outdoor heated pool Exterior corridor hotel built around a 19th century residence RoomsGuest rooms and suites at Casa Munras are a short walk from the beach - but be sure to take time to unwind in these warm, cozy spaces with a rustic feel and modern amenities. Expect pinewood furniture, basket weave side chairs, free Wi-Fi Internet access and L'Occitane bath products. FeaturesWith a fantastic location in the heart of Old Monterey, Casa Munras caters to guests who like to get out and explore -Fisherman's Wharf, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are all nearby. Guests who are content to relax in their home-away-from-home are happy, too, with resort-style amenities like Sano Spa and Estéban restaurant.   DiningEmbrace the Spanish influences at Estéban restaurant and lounge at Casa Munras where an indoor fireplace and outdoor patio provide an unhurried atmosphere. A mouthwatering array of selections - like grilled Spanish sausage, crab salad and grilled peach - may make it hard to choose. Order several at a time and keep coming back until you've tried them all. Transportation Highway 1 (0.8 mi/1.3 km)Monterey Peninsula Airport (2.5 mi/4 km)Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (53.6 mi/86.2 km) Attractions Monterey History & Maritime Museum (0.4 mi/0.7 km)Monterey Conference Center (0.5 mi/0.7 km)  Fisherman's Wharf Monterey (0.7 mi/1 km)Cannery Row (1.3 mi/2.1 km)Monterey Bay Aquarium (1.6 mi/2.7 km) Business 24-hour business center3,750 square feet of function space Catering services available Policies and feesCasa Munras has a one-time nonrefundable pet fee of $50 USD per pet, per stay.

Multi-million dollar renovation transforms AAA Four Diamond resort A multi-million dollar renovation elevates Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa to a new plateau of excellence. This 550-room retreat set on 22 acres adjacent to the Pebble Beach Company's Del Monte Golf Course affords services and amenities expected of the area's largest luxury conference hotel. Leisure and business guests alike enjoy the spacious lobby, two outdoor heated pools and spa tubs, full-service spa, and restyled accommodations -- some especially treated for the allergy-prone. Highlights Newly renovated guest rooms12,000 sq. ft. full-service spa24-hour fitness centerGuest preferred tee time at Del Monte Golf Course RoomsGuests select from a wide range of room designs and levels of luxury, from standard to the 2,500 square foot standalone President's House villa. Choose from hypo-allergenic rooms, rooms with golf course or pool views, suites, or Regency Club rooms with access to a private lounge. Each restyled room features Hyatt's signature Grand Bed with sumptuous white linens, fluffy pillows, and duvet comforter atop a pillowtop mattress. Guests enjoy standard amenities including Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply), in-room safe, individual climate controls, 32-inch LCD flat-panel television, iPod docking stations, iHome alarm clocks, and refrigerators. Bathrooms feature walk-in rain showers and marble floors and countertops.  Features The luxurious property features Accista Spa showcasing Monterey-inspired treatments and a full service salon. A 24-hour fully-equipped Stayfit fitness center, six tennis courts, two heated swimming pools, spa tubs, table tennis, and two pool tables offer onsite exercise. Bicycle rentals and tennis lessons are also available. Golfing guests enjoy preferred tee times at the adjacent Del Monte Golf Course and are just six miles to the famed Pebble Beach course. Camp Hyatt provides young guests with "vacation within a vacation" activities geared to children ages three to 12.   The TusCA Ristorante serves authentic Tuscan cuisine made with fresh local ingredients. The Fireplace Lounge is a comfortably chic location in which to enjoy live jazz and signature cocktails. Knuckles Historic Sports Bar, with its family friendly atmosphere, features a menu of 20 beers on tap and has been voted Monterey's No. 1 sports bar for five consecutive years. Transportation Monterey Airport (1.5 mi/2.4 km)Complimentary airport shuttle Nearby attractions Cannery Row (2.5 mi/4.0 km)Monterey Bay Aquarium (2.9 mi/4.6 km)Carmel-by-the-Sea (4.7 mi/7.5 km)Pebble Beach Golf (6 mi/9.6 km)Monterey County Wineries (17 mi/27.3 km) BusinessBusiness center with computers, laptop connection ports, and copy and fax services40,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space19,000 sq. ft. exhibit space32 meeting rooms

One of only 160 Forbes Four Star hotels in the U.S. Prepare to be entranced. Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa perches guests above scenic Monterey Bay in elegant, European-inspired style architecture and décor. Enjoy sweeping coastal views from the rooftop Vista Blue Spa or two oceanfront restaurants. Location, amenities, and service combine to earn Monterey Plaza the only Forbes Four Star award in Monterey, and one of only 160 hotels in the entire U.S. Highlights 2010 Forbes Four Star designationFull service rooftop, oceanfront spaFitness center Rooms The 290 non-smoking deluxe guestrooms, including 10 spacious suites, are stylishly appointed with classic Biedermeier-style furniture, decorator fabrics, duvet bed coverings, a custom-designed refreshment center, and ceiling fan. Many rooms offer a private balcony with views of the ocean, hotel gardens, or Cannery Row. In-room entertainment includes a 27-inch flat screen television with On Command video system. A personal writing desk, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, wet bar, stocked mini-bar (fees apply), and refrigerator complete the room.   Large marble bathrooms offer separate vanity area, plush terry robes, hairdryer, and complimentary Gilchrist & Soames personal bath amenities. Features Full-service Vista Blue Spa, located above tranquil Monterey Bay, takes its views from its rooftop setting. Spa treatments focus on comfort and relaxation, recharging the body, renewing the spirit, and reviving the senses. The spa's fitness center features Cybex aerobic and Keiser weight-lifting equipment and experienced trainers. A light spa lunch is available.   Varied dining options are available at two waterfront restaurants, Schooners Bistro on the Bay and the Duck Club Grill, as well as the European-style Café La Strada, and even the Vista Blue Spa. Schooners, winner of Monterey County's "Best Margarita" and "Best Specialty Drink," features indoor/outdoor seating year-round. Duck Club Grill offers innovative American cuisine and room service is available from its menu. Café La Strada is an oceanside pizza-style coffee house with indoor/outdoor seating.   Guests may enjoy a close encounter with local marine animals in the tide pools just outside the hotel, or enjoy a chance sighting of the seals, otters, and other sea creatures cavorting offshore. Transportation Monterey Peninsula Airport (4.6 mi/7.4 km)San Francisco International Airport/ San Jose International Airport (108 mi/173.8 km) Nearby attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Fisherman's Wharf (0.6 mi/1 km)Maritime Museum (0.8 mi/1.3km) Business 24-hour business center is staffed during the day offers computers, printers and high-speed Internet access10 conference rooms can accommodate up to 300 Policies and feesResort Fee: $25 resort fee charge per room, per night and includes valet parking with 24 hour in and out privileges, spa facility access for guests ages 18 and older and high-speed Internet access in the room.

Pet-friendly family fun on Del Monte BeachThe smoke-free Best Western Plus Beach Resort Monterey is the only hotel located directly on Del Monte Beach. Guests appreciate oceanfront views from the lobby, fourth-floor restaurant and some of the guest rooms. Explore miles of unspoiled beachfront, grab a workout in the new fitness center or drive a few short minutes to downtown Monterey and Cannery Row attractions. At Best Western Plus Beach Resort Monterey, choose a guest room facing the beach and ocean, lush gardens or the courtyard heated swimming pool, a popular place in summer months. HighlightsThe only hotel directly on Del Monte BeachHeated outdoor pool and new fitness centerOn-site restaurant with ocean views from the fourth floorFree wireless Internet accessPet-friendly rooms available (fees apply) RoomsListen to the soothing surf from ocean-view rooms at Best Western Plus Beach Resort Monterey. Some of the 196 nonsmoking rooms offer expansive views of Monterey Bay, while others offer a quiet retreat that overlooks the garden courtyards or outdoor pool. Bright bolster pillows, cheerful striped bedspreads and beach-inspired furnishings combine with air-conditioned comfort. Enjoy free Wi-Fi from the work desk, a coffee-maker and satellite television with in-room movies and HBO. Ask about pet-friendly rooms (fees apply) at the family-friendly Best Western Plus Beach Resort Monterey. FeaturesThe AAA 3-diamond rated Best Western Plus Beach Resort Monterey offers on-site parking (fees apply), just minutes from Cannery Row, Pebble Beach, 17-Mile Drive, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Take in ocean views from Cafe Beach Restaurant and Sandal's Lounge, home to an espresso bar, early evening hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment. Event facilities can host up to 700 people in meeting rooms with water views. TransportationMonterey Peninsula Airport (3.4 mi/5.5 km)San Jose International Airport (72.9 mi/117 km)San Francisco International Airport (102 mi/164 km) AttractionsDennis the Menace Playground at El Estero Park (2.3 mi/3.7 km)Monterey Conference Center (2.5 mi/4 km)Fisherman's Wharf (2.9 mi/4.6 km)Cannery Row (3.4 mi/5.5 km)Monterey Bay Aquarium (3.9 mi/6.2 km)Carmel Mission Basilica (7.3 mi/11.8 km)Pebble Beach Golf Course (7.4 mi/12 km)Santa Cruz (40.3 mi/64.9 km)San Francisco (110 mi/178 km)Big Sur, Calif. (136 mi/218 km) BusinessFree in-room wireless Internet accessBusiness center with copy servicesOffers 10,000 square feet of oceanfront meeting space for up to 700 guests Policies and feesThere is a $10 USD parking fee per day plus an additional county tax of $1 USD per day and a $7.75 USD surcharge per day added to each room.

Pet-friendly budget hotel with a pool minutes from beaches and the bayThe bright, sunny Monterey Bay Travelodge is an ideal choice for couples, families or business travelers on a budget. A convenient location puts the Monterey Airport, Monterey County Fairgrounds, Monterey Bay Aquarium and the beach just minutes away. Monterey Bay Travelodge guests take advantage of free continental breakfast, free on-site parking and an on-site sushi restaurant. Recently refreshed guest rooms include Serta pillow-top mattresses and new carpeting. Some rooms overlook the outdoor swimming pool. HighlightsSeasonal outdoor heated swimming poolOn-site diver's rinse facility Fitness centerOn-site sushi restaurantFree continental breakfast 7 to 10 a.m. RoomsFloor-to-ceiling windows in Monterey Bay Travelodge guest rooms let natural light pour in. Some rooms feature balconies or patios overlooking the landscaped patio and heated outdoor swimming pool. All accommodations include free high-speed wireless Internet access, cable TV, coffee maker, hairdryer, in-room safe and iron/ironing board. A microwave and refrigerator lets guests fix a light in-room meal. Pets are welcome (fees apply). FeaturesStart each day with complimentary continental breakfast at the Monterey Bay Travelodge. Breakfast items include cereal, oatmeal, bagels, pastries, fruit, juice and freshly brewed coffee. Feel free to go back for seconds and work it off in the on-site fitness center, featuring an elliptical trainer and treadmill. Doze in the sun by the seasonal heated outdoor pool.  For lunch and dinner, Oh'Sushi is located at the Monterey Bay Travelodge and serves a mouth-watering range of sushi, sashimi, maki rolls, noodles, rice bowls and house specials. Next door is a Chinese restaurant with elaborate decor and ginormous portions. TransportationNorman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (53.7 mi/86.4 km)Monterey Peninsula Airport (1 mi/1.7 km)Adjacent to Highway 1 Attractions Monterey County Fairgrounds (0.2 mi/0.3 km) Naval Postgraduate School (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Monterey State Beach (0.8 mi/1.2 km)Fisherman's Wharf Monterey (1.6 mi/2.6 km)Monterey History & Maritime Museum (1.6 mi/2.6 km)Monterey Conference Center (1.7 mi/2.7 km)Cannery Row (2.2 mi/3.6 km)Monterey Bay Aquarium (2.5 mi/4.1 km)Carmel-by-the-Sea (4.3 mi/7 km) BusinessBusiness center Free high-speed wireless Internet accessCopy and fax services Banquet facilities for 120 in Oh'Sushi Policies and fees Pets are allowed for a $20 fee.