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

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.

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

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

Drive 5 minutes to the beach for the real thing.

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

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

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

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

A 5-min drive gets ya beachside.

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

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

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

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

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

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.

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

Tweet, post, pin and ‘gram with reckless abandon. Thank you, free WiFi.

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

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

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

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

Spacious rooms hook us up with super comfy beds and free WiFi.

Quiet ‘hood and townhouse-style pad let you feel local.

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

Kites and hang-gliders and sand dunes. Oh, my! Hard to find a better spot, just off scenic Highway 1 and around the bend from Marina State Beach.

Chill Salinas location close to Monterey attractions.

The in-room fridge/micro combo has us prepared for any late-night hanger attacks.

Free WiFi? Yup.