The 2 Best Luxury Hotels in Monterey
A golf resort on the Del Monte Golf Course or a downtown hotel a few blocks from Fisherman's Wharf: tell us how you want to experience Monterey, and our travel advisors personally pick the luxury hotel in Monterey that suits you. Every suitespot booking comes with free breakfast for 2, a room upgrade subject to availability, hotel credit and VIP service – benefits worth over €500.
The best-known hotels in Monterey
Golf and spa, or the old town on foot? The best hotels in Monterey are listed here with their location, suitespot score and the price of a night. For golf and spa we recommend Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort on the Del Monte Golf Course; for short walks into town, Monterey Marriott on Calle Principal.
| Hotel | Location | suitespot score | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort | Del Monte | – | 303 € |
| Monterey Marriott | Downtown | ★ 4.3/5 | 281 € |
Your guide to the best luxury hotels in Monterey
Monterey Marriott · DowntownIf you want to explore on foot and perhaps stay just one night, Monterey Marriott on Calle Principal is the right fit: the suitespot benefits, including breakfast for two, apply there from the first night. Golfers, families and anyone after a spa and pool book Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort on the Del Monte Golf Course, with Spa Adeline, two heated pools and courts for tennis and pickleball.At no extra cost: booking through suitespot costs the same as booking direct with the hotel – the benefits come on top, free of charge.
Fresh from renovation: what guests find at the luxury hotels in Monterey today
Since its 2021 renovation, Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort has been a thoroughly redesigned resort. San Francisco firm Gensler styled all 560 rooms and suites in a “Coastal Craftsman” look; the lobby, the arrival experience and the public spaces are new as well.
Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort · Del MonteBreakfast and dinner take place at Sea Root Restaurant & Hearth, which opened in spring 2021. In a hurry? The Central Coast Provisions market in the lobby has Starbucks coffee, fresh-pressed juices and pastries.
Outside, a hammock garden and a lounge with fire pits await, with marshmallows set out for s’mores in the evening. For workouts, there is a new fitness center of about 3,000 square feet.
Spa & wellness, pool and golf: unwinding the 5-star hotel way in Monterey
Warmth after the round: At Spa Adeline in Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort, a sauna and a steam room are part of every visit, just right for the evening after a long day on the course.
Two pools and courts: The resort has two heated outdoor pools plus courts for tennis and pickleball. Between the lanes and the hammock garden, an afternoon slips by quickly.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
Tee time at the door: The property sits right on the historic Del Monte Golf Course, a meeting place for golfers on the peninsula for more than a century. From the resort, the first tee is only a few steps away.
Dining at the luxury hotels in Monterey: coastal cooking, a sports bar and coffee to go
Mediterranean with local produce: Sea Root at Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort cooks with ingredients from around Monterey. The menu features dishes such as crudo, tuna tartare and a spiced lamb shank, with craft cocktails from the bar; in the morning there is a buffet or breakfast à la carte.
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
For a laid-back evening: At Knuckles Sports Bar, games play on plenty of screens, served with draft beer, wings and burgers. The bar has long been a local hangout and reopened in fall 2021 after its renovation.
Evenings in the old town
From Monterey Marriott on Calle Principal, it is just a few blocks to Fisherman’s Wharf, where seafood restaurants line up with views of the harbor. A stroll along the water continues on to Cannery Row.
Where to stay in Monterey: town center or golf course – the right setting for a 5-star hotel in Monterey
Monterey sits at the southern end of the bay that shares its name. Only a few minutes’ drive separate the two luxury hotels in Monterey, and yet a stay at each feels completely different.
In the town center: Monterey Marriott stands on Calle Principal, right between the old town and the harbor. This is the place to stay if you want to walk to dinner and stroll along the bay in the morning.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
In the Del Monte neighborhood: On Old Golf Course Road, Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort is surrounded by the fairways of the Del Monte Golf Course. It is the quieter choice for guests who want pool, spa and golf in one place.
Insider tip from our travel advisors
Set aside a day for 17-Mile Drive: the scenic road crosses the peninsula to Pebble Beach and on to Carmel-by-the-Sea. With more time, follow Highway 1 south to Big Sur.
Prices and perks: what you pay for a 5-star hotel in Monterey
At Monterey Marriott, rates begin at 280 €; at Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort, they begin at 302 €. The hotel list below shows the current price for your dates.
| Luxury hotel | From | suitespot benefits from | suitespot score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey Marriott | 280 € | 1st night | ★ 4.3/5 |
| Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort | 302 € | 2 nights | – |
At both hotels: daily breakfast for two, an upgrade, an earlier arrival or later departure when possible, and points with status benefits. At Monterey Marriott, the upgrade comes on arrival; at Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort, it is confirmed when you book (room-to-suite upgrades excluded).
From two nights: At Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort, the suitespot benefits apply to stays of two nights or more, and they also include a $50 hotel credit. Monterey Marriott has no minimum stay and has a welcome gift waiting.
Loyalty programs: At Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort you earn with World of Hyatt, at Monterey Marriott with Marriott Bonvoy.
Seasons: Every time of year works for a 5-star hotel in Monterey. In summer, the wharf and Cannery Row are full of life, fall brings clear, warm days over the bay, and in winter gray whales travel along the coast. Reserve in good time for summer, especially weekends.
How many nights: For a short break at a 5-star hotel in Monterey, two to three nights are ideal: enough for the aquarium and the wharf, a round of golf or a spa day, and a drive along 17-Mile Drive.
Earn points & use your status in Monterey
In Monterey you can choose between World of Hyatt and Marriott Bonvoy. suitespot reserves directly at each hotel’s own rate, which credits points and status nights to you, and the perks of your status apply as well.
| Program | Hotels | Examples in Monterey |
|---|---|---|
| Marriott Bonvoy | 1 hotel | Monterey Marriott |
| World of Hyatt | 1 hotel | Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort |
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels in Monterey
What is the nightly cost of a luxury hotel in Monterey?
From 280 € at Monterey Marriott and from 302 € at Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort. At Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort, the suitespot benefits apply from two nights, at Monterey Marriott from the first.
Which is the best hotel in Monterey for my stay?
For golf, spa and pool, Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort on the Del Monte Golf Course. For short walks to the wharf and old town, and also for a single night, Monterey Marriott. Our travel advisors will support your decision personally.
Is there a minimum stay in Monterey?
At Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort, the suitespot benefits apply from two nights; Monterey Marriott has no minimum stay.
Which luxury hotels in Monterey have a pool?
Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort has two heated outdoor pools, plus courts for tennis and pickleball.
Is there a hotel with a spa in Monterey?
Yes, Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort with Spa Adeline, which includes a sauna and a steam room.
Which hotel in Monterey is on the golf course?
Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort on Old Golf Course Road, right on the Del Monte Golf Course.
Which hotel is in downtown Monterey?
Monterey Marriott on Calle Principal, just a few blocks from Fisherman’s Wharf.
Where can I eat at Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort?
At Sea Root Restaurant & Hearth, with coastal Mediterranean cooking from local ingredients, for breakfast and dinner. There are also Knuckles Sports Bar and the Central Coast Provisions market.
Do I earn World of Hyatt or Marriott Bonvoy points in Monterey?
Yes: World of Hyatt at Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort, Marriott Bonvoy at Monterey Marriott. Since suitespot works with the property’s direct rate, your status benefits count as well.
When was Hyatt Regency Monterey Resort renovated?
In 2021: Gensler redesigned all 560 rooms and suites, and Sea Root, Central Coast Provisions, a new fitness center, a hammock garden and fire pits were added.
