A more or less five-minute drive to the beachfront, Fisherman's Wharf and great array of eateries.

Tucked away in a chill residential 'hood, yet less than a 15-min flip flop to Del Monte Beach (a local hidden gem, btw).

In old town Monterey, a short drive to Cannery Row, the Aquarium and Carmel.

Just a 2-min stroll from the Rio Del Mar beach.

In-room Keurigs, WiFi, HBO, microwaves, fridges — yeah, we see no reason to leave either.

Mostly wine-themed rooms decorated by local wineries which also do weekly wine tastings onsite (notice a theme here?).

Vibe is super tranquil – it’s even got its own meditation garden.

Low-key stay for adventuring your way around the fab Monterey Bay Area. Oodles of options. Free WiFi helps you concoct a plan.

A 5-min drive gets ya beachside.

The continental breakfast serves up the two sacred Cs: carbs and caffeine.

Modern rooms nail our essentials – free WiFi, comfy beds, HBO.

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

Less than 2 miles from the boardwalk. Meander at your own pace, preferably with an ice cream in hand.

Need free WiFi? You got it.

Walk to Fisherman's Wharf to see the sea lions in action (or inaction... they're usually kinda sleepy).

An oceanfront locale with beach access, a rooftop hot tub and private balconies. Like!

Boutique, family-owned inn strollable to all things Carmel. Grab fresh local pastries and coffee before heading out.

Tucked away in a low-key residential ‘hood, walkable to Lake El Estero, Dennis the Menace Park, dining, shops and the beach.

Continental breakfast for those mornings you just need three pastries, okay?

Chill Salinas location close to Monterey attractions.

Ideal perch steps from local shops and restaurants – plus the beach right outside your door.

Throws in a free breakfast, on the house.

A stunning mansion built in 1905 for part of the Ghirardelli family, recently restored and two blocks from the water. Can’t get much sweeter than that.

Tons of options at the complimentary hot breakfast — the only tough choice we like being faced with before noon.

Historic status as one of Cali's first seaside condo resorts dating back to the '20s.

Oh-so-serene beachfront locale is your front-row seat for to-die-for sunsets.

Rooms are roomy! Each has a separate dressing area, as well as a fridge and coffeemaker. Looks like a great morning.

Free WiFi? Yup.

Perched right(!) on(!) the Beach Boardwalk, steps from all the theme park rides, food stands and live bands.

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.