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1. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

2. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa

3. Old Monterey Inn

4. Bernardus Lodge & Spa

5. Cordevalle

6. La Bahia Hotel & Spa

7. Flora Vista Inn

8. Alila Ventana Big Sur (Adults Only)

9. Inn At Spanish Bay

Top 5 Star Hotels in Monterey

  • Guest favorite
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

400 Cannery Row
1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Terrace

Nestled in Cannery Row with exciting glimpses of a seafarers life in addition to shopping and fine dining and around a 10-minute stroll from Hoffman Park, the premier 5-star Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa invites guests to dine in an American-style restaurant and enjoy staying in one of its allergy-free rooms. Located a few moments from Monterey Bay, the elegant-style hotel offers a steam room and a Jacuzzi on site, and great access to sacred landmarks like First Baptist Church of Monterey, only 400 metres away.

At the Monterey Plaza, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a health club. The hotel is a perfect place to practise diving, hiking, and golf.

9.1
559 reviews
~ US$209 / night

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Terrace

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Nestled in Cannery Row with exciting glimpses of a seafarers life in addition to shopping and fine dining and around a 10-minute stroll from Hoffman Park, the premier 5-star Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa invites guests to dine in an American-style restaurant and enjoy staying in one of its allergy-free rooms. Located a few moments from Monterey Bay, the elegant-style hotel offers a steam room and a Jacuzzi on site, and great access to sacred landmarks like First Baptist Church of Monterey, only 400 metres away.

At the Monterey Plaza, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a health club. The hotel is a perfect place to practise diving, hiking, and golf.

9.1
559 reviews
From US$ 209 / night
  • Popular choice
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa

1 Old Golf Course Road
1.8 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from Laguna Grande Regional Park and 3.6 km from the known Monterey Bay Aquarium, the 5-star Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa features an event space for various purposes. This Monterey resort offers 118 rooms with pool views, an American restaurant, and a lounge bar.

The Hyatt Regency Monterey offers a fitness centre, massage therapy, a golf course, and spa services to diversify your leisure. Guests can relax with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and two hot tubs and enjoy 2 outdoor swimming pools featuring a hot tub.

7.8
605 reviews
~ US$223 / night

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa

1.8 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa

Situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from Laguna Grande Regional Park and 3.6 km from the known Monterey Bay Aquarium, the 5-star Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa features an event space for various purposes. This Monterey resort offers 118 rooms with pool views, an American restaurant, and a lounge bar.

The Hyatt Regency Monterey offers a fitness centre, massage therapy, a golf course, and spa services to diversify your leisure. Guests can relax with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and two hot tubs and enjoy 2 outdoor swimming pools featuring a hot tub.

7.8
605 reviews
From US$ 223 / night
  • Top location
Old Monterey Inn Old Monterey Inn

Old Monterey Inn

500 Martin Street
0.9 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Garden area

Located merely 1.2 km from San Carlos Cathedral, the elegant Old Monterey Inn offers air-conditioned rooms nearly a 25-minute walk from Coast Guard Pier. This 5-star bed & breakfast features Wi-Fi, provided in the rooms.

8.7
63 reviews
~ US$613 / night

Old Monterey Inn

0.9 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Garden area

Old Monterey Inn

Located merely 1.2 km from San Carlos Cathedral, the elegant Old Monterey Inn offers air-conditioned rooms nearly a 25-minute walk from Coast Guard Pier. This 5-star bed & breakfast features Wi-Fi, provided in the rooms.

8.7
63 reviews
From US$ 613 / night

5 star hotels near Monterey

  • Eco-friendly stay
Bernardus Lodge & Spa Bernardus Lodge & Spa

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

415 West Carmel Valley Road
16.7 km (10.4 mi) from Monterey
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The 5-star smoke-free Bernardus Lodge & Spa Carmel Valley hotel is approximately a 10-minute ride from Parsonage Winery Tasting Room and has an outdoor swimming pool plus fitness rooms. This Carmel Valley resort is proud to feature 2 outdoor tennis courts, only 1.9 km from the friendly Garland Ranch Regional Park.

The property has a pebble beach area with beach towels. On the premises, guests can take advantage of fitness classes, as well as enjoy activities such as hiking, lawn tennis, and cycling. Onsite relaxation opportunities include a steam room, a Jacuzzi, locker rooms, and a foot bath along with aromatherapy, reflexology, and body treatments. The Bernardus Carmel Valley also features conference equipment and a photocopy machine for those arriving on business.

9.1
138 reviews
~ US$325 / night

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

16.7 km (10.4 mi) from Monterey
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

The 5-star smoke-free Bernardus Lodge & Spa Carmel Valley hotel is approximately a 10-minute ride from Parsonage Winery Tasting Room and has an outdoor swimming pool plus fitness rooms. This Carmel Valley resort is proud to feature 2 outdoor tennis courts, only 1.9 km from the friendly Garland Ranch Regional Park.

The property has a pebble beach area with beach towels. On the premises, guests can take advantage of fitness classes, as well as enjoy activities such as hiking, lawn tennis, and cycling. Onsite relaxation opportunities include a steam room, a Jacuzzi, locker rooms, and a foot bath along with aromatherapy, reflexology, and body treatments. The Bernardus Carmel Valley also features conference equipment and a photocopy machine for those arriving on business.

9.1
138 reviews
From US$ 325 / night
Cordevalle Cordevalle

Cordevalle

One Cordevalle Club Drive
57.0 km (35.4 mi) from Monterey
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Heated swimming pool

Nestled around 7 km from Morgan Hill Museum, the 5-star Cordevalle San Martin hotel features 4 outdoor tennis courts. Some of the 45 rooms offer views of the inner courtyard and there is a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna on site.

This accommodation features an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub. At the hotel, guests can enjoy fitness classes in a yoga area. Those on a business trip will benefit from conference equipment and a photocopy machine provided on site.

8.5
22 reviews
~ US$665 / night

Cordevalle

57.0 km (35.4 mi) from Monterey
  • In-room breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Heated swimming pool

Cordevalle

Nestled around 7 km from Morgan Hill Museum, the 5-star Cordevalle San Martin hotel features 4 outdoor tennis courts. Some of the 45 rooms offer views of the inner courtyard and there is a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna on site.

This accommodation features an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub. At the hotel, guests can enjoy fitness classes in a yoga area. Those on a business trip will benefit from conference equipment and a photocopy machine provided on site.

8.5
22 reviews
From US$ 665 / night
  • Best-rated
  • Beach access
La Bahia Hotel & Spa La Bahia Hotel & Spa

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

215 Beach Street
42.0 km (26.1 mi) from Monterey
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Rooftop pool

The 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz, located merely 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and a mere 1.1 km from Pacific Garden Mall, features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This comfortable hotel provides Wi-Fi throughout the property as well as a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

You will find a hot tub in the pool area. A fitness area, along with fitness classes, is included at La Bahia Hotel & Spa to help guests maintain their physical well-being.

9.2
125 reviews
~ US$484 / night

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

42.0 km (26.1 mi) from Monterey
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Rooftop pool

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

The 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa Santa Cruz, located merely 5 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park and a mere 1.1 km from Pacific Garden Mall, features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This comfortable hotel provides Wi-Fi throughout the property as well as a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

You will find a hot tub in the pool area. A fitness area, along with fitness classes, is included at La Bahia Hotel & Spa to help guests maintain their physical well-being.

9.2
125 reviews
From US$ 484 / night
Flora Vista Inn Flora Vista Inn

Flora Vista Inn

1258 San Andreas Road
36.7 km (22.8 mi) from Monterey
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Located 3.1 km from Seascape Park, the 5-star Flora Vista Inn La Selva Beach features Wi-Fi throughout the property and free private parking on site.

7.5
11 reviews
~ US$275 / night

Flora Vista Inn

36.7 km (22.8 mi) from Monterey
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Flora Vista Inn

Located 3.1 km from Seascape Park, the 5-star Flora Vista Inn La Selva Beach features Wi-Fi throughout the property and free private parking on site.

7.5
11 reviews
From US$ 275 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
Alila Ventana Big Sur (Adults Only) Alila Ventana Big Sur (Adults Only)

Alila Ventana Big Sur (Adults Only)

48123 California 1
43.0 km (26.7 mi) from Monterey
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Hot spring bath
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Positioned around a 10-minute ride from Coast Gallery Big Sur and 2.1 km from Phoenix Shop, the 5-star smoke-free Alila Ventana Big Sur Hotel presents a private art gallery and 2 spa tubs. Guests will enjoy a heated pool while staying in this Big Sur resort not far from Carmel Valley.

Along with offering a sundeck, a shared lounge, and a wine tasting, the Alila Ventana arranges wine tastings to elevate your holiday experience. Guests also have the option to participate in fitness classes at a fitness centre located within the property. Wellness options at this hotel include a hot spring bath, a treatment room, a hot tub, and a sauna, and such beauty treatments as aromatherapy, reflexology, and body wraps.

9.2
17 reviews
~ US$2388 / night

Alila Ventana Big Sur (Adults Only)

43.0 km (26.7 mi) from Monterey
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Hot spring bath
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Alila Ventana Big Sur (Adults Only)

Positioned around a 10-minute ride from Coast Gallery Big Sur and 2.1 km from Phoenix Shop, the 5-star smoke-free Alila Ventana Big Sur Hotel presents a private art gallery and 2 spa tubs. Guests will enjoy a heated pool while staying in this Big Sur resort not far from Carmel Valley.

Along with offering a sundeck, a shared lounge, and a wine tasting, the Alila Ventana arranges wine tastings to elevate your holiday experience. Guests also have the option to participate in fitness classes at a fitness centre located within the property. Wellness options at this hotel include a hot spring bath, a treatment room, a hot tub, and a sauna, and such beauty treatments as aromatherapy, reflexology, and body wraps.

9.2
17 reviews
From US$ 2388 / night
Inn At Spanish Bay Inn At Spanish Bay

Inn At Spanish Bay

2700 17 Mile Drive
4.0 km (2.5 mi) from Monterey
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tennis court
  • Spa & wellness centre

Standing within 500 metres of The Links at Spanish Bay, Inn At Spanish Bay Pebble Beach offers a swimming pool. Located in a forest, this inn also provides a safe stay with a safe deposit box.

Those who prefer pool swimming might find a hot tub in the pool area. The hotel has a tennis club.

~ US$793 / night

Inn At Spanish Bay

4.0 km (2.5 mi) from Monterey
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tennis court
  • Spa & wellness centre

Inn At Spanish Bay

Standing within 500 metres of The Links at Spanish Bay, Inn At Spanish Bay Pebble Beach offers a swimming pool. Located in a forest, this inn also provides a safe stay with a safe deposit box.

Those who prefer pool swimming might find a hot tub in the pool area. The hotel has a tennis club.

From US$ 793 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of 5 Star Hotels in Monterey, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

9.1 / 10

(559 Reviews)

From 209$
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa

7.8 / 10

(605 Reviews)

From 223$
Old Monterey Inn

8.7 / 10

(63 Reviews)

From 613$
Bernardus Lodge & Spa

9.1 / 10

(138 Reviews)

From 325$
Cordevalle

8.5 / 10

(22 Reviews)

From 665$

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Monterey near the beach?

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa and Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa are ideal choices near the beach. They both offer ocean views and easy access to the Monterey Bay.

Tip:

For the best beach experience, visit Cannery Row in the early morning for a peaceful walk along the shore.

Which 5-star hotels in Monterey are suitable for families?

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa and Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa feature family amenities and activities for all ages. They offer spacious rooms to accommodate families comfortably.

Tip:

Check for family packages that include meals and attractions, especially during the summer months when activities are more abundant.

Which luxury 5-star hotels in Monterey offer spa services?

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa includes a rooftop spa with panoramic views and various treatments. Bernardus Lodge & Spa offers wellness services focusing on relaxation and rejuvenation.

Tip:

Book a spa treatment around mid-week to enjoy lower rates and less crowded services.

Are there romantic 5-star hotels in Monterey?

Bernardus Lodge & Spa and Inn At Spanish Bay provide intimate settings perfect for couples. Both have candlelit dining and stunning views.

Tip:

Reserve a table at Stave Wine Cellar for a special wine-pairing dinner to create a memorable evening.

Which 5-star hotels in Monterey are near famous landmarks?

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is located near the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa is also close to these attractions.

Tip:

Plan to visit the aquarium first thing in the morning to avoid long lines and make the most of your day.

How do I travel from the airport to 5-star hotels in Monterey?

Monterey Peninsula Airport offers complimentary shuttle services to hotels like Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa and Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. Taxis and rideshare options are also available.

Tip:

Schedule your airport pickup in advance, especially during peak travel seasons, to avoid delays.

What amenities do 5-star hotels in Monterey offer for business travelers?

Hotels like Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa provide robust meeting spaces and business centers. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa includes extensive amenities for hosting events and conferences.

Tip:

Book meeting spaces well in advance, especially for larger groups, to secure the best facilities and services.

How can I find local dining options near 5-star hotels in Monterey?

Many hotels, such as Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, provide recommendations for local dining. Explore restaurants like Cannery Row's seafood spots, famous for sustainable seafood offerings.

Tip:

Try to make restaurant reservations for popular locations on weekends, especially for dinner, to avoid long wait times.

What unique activities should I consider when visiting Monterey?

Visit the historic Cannery Row and the stunning Big Sur coastline for unforgettable experiences. Also, consider tours of the local wineries.

Tip:

Plan a trip to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park during weekdays to enjoy fewer visitors and better access to trails.

What is the best time to visit Monterey for a 5-star experience?

The off-peak months of May and September offer fewer crowds and pleasant weather in Monterey. This enhances the experience at upscale hotels and attractions.

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Book your stay during these months to enjoy lower rates and quieter popular tourist spots, like the aquarium.

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