Drive 5 minutes to the beach for the real thing.

This place made American Historic Inns’ 10 Most Romantic Inns in America’ list. And we heartily concur.

A touch of Cape-Cod charm just steps from the pristine beaches of the Monterey Peninsula.

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

Convenient downtown location places you near must-visit shops, restaurants and attractions.

On a quiet street a 5-min walk from Lovers Point, or take the 25-min scenic walk to the famous aquarium.

Rise & shine with the plentiful on-the-house breakfast (a hot entrée, freshly baked goodies & more!) served in the inviting Coach Room.

Fireplace in every room. Snuggle up with a good e-book for the evening. (Who uses paper anymore?)

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

Unique homey, bungalow-style rooms with a neighborhood feel in the heart of the Monterey Bay Peninsula on the serene Central Cali coast.

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.

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.

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

Spot-on location puts you steps from the biggies like downtown, Cannery Row and Old Fisherman’s Wharf – plus tons of dining options.

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

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

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

Peaceful setting overlooking the water boasts stellar views & a relaxing onsite spa.

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

Elegant rooms boast hardwood floors, fireplaces and decor reflecting the spot's rich history.

Smack in the heart of downtown, within strolling distance of restaurants, art galleries and the beach.

Welcome wine from Bernardus' own vineyard starts your stay right. Complimentary in-room wine bar's even righter.

Set your alarm: every night at 5:30, there’s free wine and cheese in the lobby.

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

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

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

Need free WiFi? You got it.

Killer location: in the thick of downtown but within romantic strolling distance to the beach.

Located between charming, stroll-worthy Carmel-by-the-Sea and tourist-fave Monterey (both have beaches, take your pick).