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

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

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

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

Friendly motel steps from the boardwalk. It's like having a roller coaster and ice cream right in your room.

Dreamy beachfront location, a few blocks from the bustling boardwalk and next to the wharf.

Pacific Avenue locale drops ya smack dab between downtown and the boardwalk (both within strolling distance!).

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

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

A 5-min drive gets ya beachside.

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

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

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

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

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

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

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

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

So close to the Beach Boardwalk you can practically feel the pull of the taffy.

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

Your toes are less than a 10-min walk from digging into the sand, and even closer to the outdoor pool.

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

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

The outdoor pool takes vacay vibes to new heights.

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

Can you live without free WiFi? Sure. Do you want to? Nope. So they've got it.

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

Modern interiors rock a fear-no-color palette and sea-themed artwork. For surfers, Pleasure Point and Lighthouse Point beckon.

Throws in a free breakfast, on the house.

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