The Best Luxury Hotels in Monterey

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Monterey, California is a fantastic destination offering a variety of sites and attractions. When it comes to choosing a luxurious hotel, the area does not disappoint, for it is overflowing with opulent hotels and resorts that promise to pamper you to no end. So, if you're deciding where to stay in luxury in Monterey, we've analyzed all of the top luxury hotels considering the guest ratings, quality of service, activities, location, price, and amenities. Our research led us to this list of Monterey's absolute best luxury hotels and resorts. Whether you're travelling as a family or on a couples getaway, Monterey is teeming with accommodations that cater to all your whims and fancies so you can have an extravagant trip with pampering and comforts. From 5-star and 4-star hotels with spas and swimming pools to intimate boutique hotels that exude romance, and family-friendly resorts that make your heart sing, there's something for every type of traveler. So, let your mind wander to the luxurious suites, complete with all the amenities you could desire, or imagine sipping cocktails at a world-class bar, dining at a gourmet restaurant, or being pampered at a spa. The choice is yours, because Monterey is a treasure trove of plush accommodations that cater to all your needs, be it a romantic escapade, a family-friendly escape, or a friends reunion. With our researched guide, you can find the ultimate luxury and boutique hotels in Monterey, where each and every moment will be a celebration of lavishness, comfort, and relaxation. Here's our list of the best luxury accommodation in Monterey, so let's get to it.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $419 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Hotel for Pampering
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Room service

Located at 400 Cannery Row, Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa has great rooms from $419 (before taxes). It offers room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, a bar, and parking. It has a terrific 9.00 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 0.9 miles from the city center, visitors will especially love hiking, child care, laundry services, golf, and a hot tub at this relaxing hotel. The room service is especially nice after a long day.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Spa
  • Tour desk
  • Sauna
  • Wedding services
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Parking
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Beach


Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $308 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Stay in Style in Monterey
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service

A great place to stay is Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa which has nice rooms starting at $308. Offering an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar, it also has a great guest rating of 8.00 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 1 Old Golf Course Road. This luxurious hotel is also nice because it offers parking, child care, laundry services, golf, and pet-friendly rooms which discerning travelers will enjoy. Also, it's just 1.2 miles from the city center. You'll enjoy unwinding in the hot tub, too. It's also less than the average price for luxury hotels, so it's a great value.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Wedding services
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Parking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms
  • Beach


InterContinental The Clement Monterey

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $359 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Experience Comfort in Monterey Here
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service

We found InterContinental The Clement Monterey to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $359. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.90 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 750 Cannery Row. You'll also find parking, child care, laundry services, golf, and a hot tub which experienced travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 0.9 miles from the center of town. Make sure to set aside some time for swimming in the pool, too.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Fitness center
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Spa
  • Tour desk
  • Wedding services
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Parking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Family rooms
  • Beach


Portola Hotel & Spa

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $307 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Plenty of Luxury Amenities Await
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Beach
  • Family-Friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

With terrific rooms from $307, Portola Hotel & Spa, at 2 Portola Plaza provides an outdoor pool, a restaurant, a fitness center, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Its terrific guest rating is 8.40 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this posh hotel which also offers a bar, laundry services, pet-friendly rooms, city views, and a hot tub. It's located just 0.1 miles from the city center, too. Having the delicious restaurant in the hotel is an added bonus. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for luxury hotels.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Hot tub
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Spa
  • Fishing
  • Heated pool
  • Family-Friendly
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Pets allowed
  • Beach


Old Monterey Inn

Bed & Breakfast with prices starting at $534 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Luxurious Stay in Monterey
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Room service

Old Monterey Inn has a great guest rating of 8.80 out of 10, and offers room service, golf, a hot tub, free parking, and air-conditioning. The great rooms here start at $534 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at 500 Martin Street. Furthermore, it also offers a refrigerator, massages, balconies, breakfast in the room, and private parking, which is nice for visitors. Just 0.6 miles from the city center, this amazing hotel is a terrific choice.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Golf
  • Hot tub
More Great Amenities
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Beach


Hotel 1110

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $191 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Most Luxurious Places to Stay in Monterey
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Beach
  • Room service

The great guest rating of Hotel 1110 is 8.30 out of 10. This place has room service, a restaurant, a bar, breakfast, and laundry services. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $191, and it's located at 1110 Del Monte Avenue. We also love the free parking, laundry facilities, bicycle rental, fishing, and a multi-lingual staff which are great for discerning travelers. And since it's just 0.7 miles from the center of the town, the location is great, too. The price of this hotel is less than average for luxury hotels, which makes it a great value.

Luxury Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Fishing
  • Wedding services
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry service
  • Beach


For more terrific hotel ideas in Monterey, make sure you also see Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Monterey, Best Beach Hotels in Monterey, Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Monterey, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Monterey, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Monterey, Best Hotels for One Week in Monterey, Best Hotels for One Night in Monterey, or Best Romantic Hotels for Couples in Monterey.


How much do luxury hotels cost in Monterey? How much are luxury hotel rooms in Monterey?

Monterey Average Luxury Hotel Price
$353

After analyzing 6 luxury hotels in Monterey, California, we found the average luxury hotel price to be a remarkably economical $353. Naturally, this destination has many fantastic luxury accommodation options with a variety of prices. The price will vary by the hotel's amenities, available dates, and the general location. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Monterey.

The average prices of our suggested luxury hotels by star rating:

  • 4-star hotels: $353


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