Alta Mesa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Alta Mesa

Popular places to visit

Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada

Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada
Monterey Bay Aquarium featuring interior views and marine life

Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
17-Mile Drive featuring a beach and rugged coastline

17-Mile Drive

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.

17-Mile Drive
Cannery Row showing a beach as well as a small group of people

Cannery Row

4/5(17 reviews)

Renamed after John Steinbeck’s Cannery Row, this historic area has transformed since the gritty industrial days described in the book.

Cannery Row
Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring boating and general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.

Fisherman's Wharf
Del Monte Beach which includes a beach and mist or fog

Del Monte Beach

Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.

Del Monte Beach

Activities

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

AU$118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
If you stay around long enough, you may feel a tug at your pant leg at Colton Hall Jail.

Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
Picture 1 for Activity Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

AU$149
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

AU$45
per adult
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

AU$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

AU$102
per adult
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey
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Our pick of the best Alta Mesa Hotel Deals

Stargazer Inn and Suites
Stargazer Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
1046 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$140 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$140
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,441 reviews)
"It was great. Mostly clean. Bed comfortable. Great to have coffee in the room. But 2 main reasons why it’s 4 instead of 5. #1. We had a late check in. I called before front desk closed as requested. A helpful woman explained the night person would message me a lockbox number and combo. This was early ..."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Stargazer Inn and Suites
Hotel Abrego
Hotel Abrego
3.5 out of 5
755 Abrego Street, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$357 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$357
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"We received a warm greeting from the staff upon check-in and a very lively lobby with all the guests enjoying the complimentary wine. Our room was very spacious and clean. And I actually liked the complimentary conditioner and other toiletries. Definitely a step up from the others. This will be our ..."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Hotel Abrego
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2 out of 5
850 Abrego St, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$157 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Very nice
"Very clean room. We were able to get a late check out which was very helpful. Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Best Western Park Crest Inn
2.5 out of 5
1100 Munras Avenue, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$239 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly beds were comfortable! Clean. Stayed one night we got a suite had a separate area with a door that closed we didn't use it. They got us silverware late number as our girl got sick. I left my laptop in the room and the house keeper called me! Well stay again. Wish they had ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2025

Best Western Park Crest Inn
Munras Inn
Munras Inn
2 out of 5
1010 Munras Avenue, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$203 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$203
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"My only comment is on the towels. Paper thin -c’mon buy new towels. They are practically see through."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Munras Inn
Arbor Inn Monterey
Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 out of 5
1058 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA
The price is AU$159 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$159
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely grounds and friendly staff. Tranquil and peaceful location. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Arbor Inn Monterey
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Other neighbourhoods around Alta Mesa

Golden State Theatre showing a city and theatre scenes

Old Monterey

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and popular aquarium. You might also want to check out attractions like Waterfront or Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Monterey
Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city

Downtown Monterey

5/5(5 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.

Downtown Monterey
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Oak Grove

While Oak Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Del Monte Golf Course.

Oak Grove
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Monterey Vista

While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue are some notable places to visit nearby.

Monterey Vista
17-Mile Drive which includes general coastal views and rocky coastline

Skyline Forest

Skyline Forest might not have many top sights, but Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Skyline Forest
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Casanova Oak Knoll

While visiting Casanova Oak Knoll, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey County Fairgrounds and North Fremont Street.

Casanova Oak Knoll

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