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Big Sur

Soulful.
Breathtaking.
Untamed.

Carmel Valley

Warm.
Rustic.
Relaxed.

Carmel-By-The-SEA

Artistic.
Whimsical.
Epicurean.

Marina

Diverse.
Coastal.
Evolving.

Monterey

Iconic.
Historic.
Trailblazing.
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mOss Landing

Marine.
Wild.
Curious.
Pacific grove beach

Pacific Grove

Classic.
Coastal.
Connected.
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Pebble Beach

Legendary.
Luxurious.
Pristine.

Salinas

Grounded.
Vibrant.
Visionary.
Salinas Valley

salinas Valley

Open.
Abundant.
Genuine.
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Sand City

Edgy.
Expressive.
Creative.
This is an image a couple of people running on a path in Laguna Grande Park in Seaside, California

Seaside

Bold.
Genuine.
Rising.

California Highway 1 in Big Sur

Highway 1 at Regent's Slide is Officially Open

Experience uninterrupted access along California’s iconic coastline, from Big Sur and Carmel-by-the-Sea to Ragged Point, San Simeon and Cambria.

Take the Art Lover's Path

From the mural-lined streets of Salinas to the world-class galleries of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the arts are truly at home in Monterey County.
Classic cars on display outdoors in the plaza in front of Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf

Summer Annual Events

The days are longer, and the event calendar is fuller during summer, including Monterey Car Week! Discover popular events by season and things to do during your visit.
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Inspiration Pays Off – An Incentive Deal Worth $20,000*

For every night your group stays mid-week, you earn $20 back, up to $20,000*.
California Highway 1 in Big Sur

Highway 1 is Officially Open at Regent's Slide

Experience uninterrupted access along California’s iconic coastline, from Big Sur and Carmel-by-the-Sea to Ragged Point, San Simeon and Cambria.
California Highway 1 in Big Sur

Highway 1 is Officially Open at Regent's Slide

Experience uninterrupted access along California’s iconic coastline, from Big Sur and Carmel-by-the-Sea to Ragged Point, San Simeon and Cambria.

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County Hotels

Where to stay in Monterey County? From historic mansions turned bed-and-breakfasts to luxe resorts, charming inns and lodges, budget-friendly motels and rustic campgrounds, there are so many great hotels for every style of traveler. No matter where you plan to stay, book directly with the hotel to ensure you get the best rate, the best experience, and the most availability and flexibility for your stay.

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12 Unique Hotels in Monterey County

From lodging with a storied past to unusual boutique inns not found anywhere else, here are 12 unique hotels you’ll want to book your stay at during a visit to Monterey County.

12 Unique Hotels

MICHELIN Guide Recommended Hotels

The highly regarded MICHELIN Guide highlights outstanding accommodations that are distinguished by their unique hospitality concept, distinctive character, warm welcome and extremely high level of service. Monterey MICHELIN Key hotels include Post Ranch Inn (3 Keys), Alila Ventana Big Sur (2 Keys), Bernardus Lodge & Spa (2 Keys) and Villa Mara Carmel (1 Key). Monterey County also boasts exceptional MICHELIN Guide-recognized restaurants to indulge the palate.

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