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The Monterey Bay Aquarium is located on the site of a former sardine cannery on the Pacific Ocean shoreline. It holds 35,000 plants and animals representing 623 species. It is an important landmark with spectacular ocean life exhibits with the biggest attraction being the Orka killer whales, the largest and most powerful sea creature in the world today. For those planning to visit the area, there are a number of three and four star oceanfront properties to choose from within close proximity to not only the Monterey Bay Museum, but also the Monterey Wine Tasting Centers, Maritime Museum, the Monterey Museum of Art, and the downtown area. The Spindrift Inn is one of those properties with free breakfast, charming decor and antique furniture, complimentary wine and cheese in the evenings, wonderful views of the ocean and fireplaces featured in some of the guestrooms. Other oceanfront hotels include the Best Western Plus Victorian Inn with an old-world style, a free breakfast and a wine and cheese reception, the Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa with airport shuttle service, European style accommodations, live music and free wine tasting, and the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers guests on-site bicycle rentals, wine tasting, a heated pool and Jacuzzi, and high-speed internet throughout. A perfect getaway for couples, groups, and those looking for tranquility.
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Spindrift Inn
+1-888-675-2083
652 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
~0.21 miles southeast of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~3 minute walk
- Four star Oceanfront hotel
- 45 rooms in hotel
- Great reception
- Air conditioning was criticized by 91%
Victorian Inn - Monterey
+1-800-716-8490
487 Foam St., Monterey, CA 93940
~0.37 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~6 minute walk
- Two star Downtown hotel
- 2 suites in property
The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast Inn in Monterey
+1-800-805-5223
598 Laine St., Monterey, CA 93940
~0.39 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~6 minute walk
- Mid-scale Resort property
- 8 rooms in property
- Most guests said the beds were comfortable
- Hosts excellent
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
+1-888-788-5576
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
~0.43 miles southeast of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~7 minute walk
- High end Oceanfront property
- Shuttle to airport available
- Good restaurant service
- Good shuttle service
Monterey Bay Inn - Monterey
+1-888-897-9207
242 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
~0.54 miles southeast of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~9 minute walk
- Three Star Oceanfront hotel
- 4 floors in hotel
- Good internet service
- Comfortable beds
Lovers Point Inn - Pacific Grove
+1-888-311-4278
625 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
~1.03 miles northwest of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~18 minute walk
- Cheap hotel
- 50 rooms in property
- Most guests said the wifi quality was bad
- Most guests found the staff to be very friendly
Hotel Pacific
+1-888-469-4795
300 Pacific St., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.12 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~20 minute walk
- 3 star Downtown property
- 3 conference rooms in property
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
+1-888-734-9421
2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940
~1.20 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~21 minute walk
- Expensive Oceanfront hotel
- 369 rooms in property
- Value for money could be better
- Great service
Monterey Marriott in Monterey
+1-888-841-5292
350 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940
~1.25 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~22 minute walk
- Four star Downtown hotel
- 341 rooms in property
The Monterey Hotel
+1-888-455-5160
406 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.32 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~23 minute walk
- Three Star Downtown property
- Free comp. breakfast
- AC needs updating
- Good for sightseeing and has nearby restaurants and bars
The Stevenson Monterey in Monterey
+1-888-965-8297
675 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.58 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Two-star Resort property
- 3 floors in property
- Average wifi quality
- Clean
Monterey Bay Lodge
+1-888-906-6358
55 Camino Aguajito, Monterey, CA 93940
~1.64 miles southeast of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- 3-star Beach property
- Check in: 03:00 PM
- Most guests thought the view was good
- Omelettes were to die for
Clarion Collection Hotel Pacific Grove - Monterey
+1-888-749-6785
1038 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
~1.65 miles west of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Mid-scale Downtown hotel
- Free comp. breakfast
- Every guests reviewed complained about the bathroom
- Rooms are not good
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Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
+1-888-878-9982
700 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.65 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Mid-scale Downtown hotel
- 2 floors in hotel
- About half of guests thought it was too noisy
- About half of guests said rooms were big enough
Hotel Abrego
+1-888-389-4485
755 Abrego St. Montery Ca 93940, Monterey, CA 93940
~1.69 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- 3-star Downtown property
- 93 rooms in hotel
Best Western Plus Monterey Inn
+1-888-389-4121
825 Abrego St., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.76 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Midscale Downtown hotel
- Hotel has 3 floors
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
+1-800-716-8490
850 Abrego St., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.77 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Low priced property
- 56 rooms in property
- Fishermans wharf is in walking distance
- Best value for money
Inn by The Bay Monterey
+1-800-805-5223
936 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.80 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Economical Downtown property
- 2 floors in hotel
- The majority of guests loved the minibar
- Loud ac
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
+1-888-965-1860
1150 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
~1.85 miles west of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Three Star Resort property
- Check in: 3:30 pm
Olympia Lodge
+1-888-788-5576
1140 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
~1.86 miles west of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Economical Beach property
- Check in time: 2pm
- Elevator in need of updating
- Almost all guests said rooms were small
Munras Inn : 1010 Munras Ave.
+1-888-897-9207
1010 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.86 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Two-star Downtown hotel
- Check in: 3 pm
- Breakfast is provided
- Easily accessible by car, said 100%
Rosedale Inn
+1-888-311-4278
775 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
~1.88 miles west of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- 3 star Suburban property
- Check in time: 3:00 PM
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