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

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

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

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

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

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

A 5-min drive gets ya beachside.

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

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

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

Need free WiFi? You got it.

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

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

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

Chill Salinas location close to Monterey attractions.

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

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.

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.

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

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

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.

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

In the mood for a leisurely lunch? Look no further than the hotel’s own eatery.