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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 in Monterey
+1-888-675-2083
652 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
~0.21 miles southeast of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~3 minute walk
- 4-star Oceanfront hotel
- Check-in: 04:00pm
Victorian Inn : 487 Foam St.
+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
- Has environment-friendly policy Read more
The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast Inn
+1-800-805-5223
598 Laine St., Monterey, CA 93940
~0.39 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~6 minute walk
- Midscale Resort hotel
- Hotel has 3 floors
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
- Gym is available on property
Monterey Bay Inn in Monterey
+1-888-897-9207
242 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
~0.54 miles southeast of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~9 minute walk
- Mid-scale Oceanfront property
- Hotel has an eco-friendly policy Learn more
Lovers Point Inn
+1-888-311-4278
625 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
~1.03 miles northwest of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~18 minute walk
- Low-priced property
- Check in: 16:00
Hotel Pacific in Monterey
+1-888-469-4795
300 Pacific St., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.12 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~20 minute walk
- Three Star Downtown property
- 105 suites in hotel
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
- 4-star Oceanfront property
- 7 floors in hotel
Monterey Marriott - Monterey
+1-888-841-5292
350 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940
~1.25 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~22 minute walk
- High end Downtown property
- 22 suites in hotel
The Monterey Hotel - Monterey
+1-888-455-5160
406 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.32 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
~23 minute walk
- 3-star Downtown property
- 9 suites in hotel
The Stevenson Monterey - 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 hotel
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Hotel 1110 - Monterey
+1-888-389-4485
1110 Del Monte Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.67 miles southeast of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Four star Downtown hotel
- Free comp. breakfast
Hotel Abrego
+1-888-389-4121
755 Abrego St., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.69 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- 3-star Downtown property
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
Inn by The Bay Monterey
+1-888-965-1860
936 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.80 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Inexpensive Downtown property
- Check in time: 3:00pm
Lighthouse Lodge & Cottages
+1-888-788-5576
1150 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
~1.85 miles west of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Affordable Resort property
- Comp. Breakfast
Munras Inn
+1-888-311-4278
1010 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
~1.86 miles south of Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Economical Downtown hotel
- Check-in: 3 pm
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