| set 2 blocks from the pacific coast highway, this low-rise, casual motel is 1. parking is complimentary. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. 5 miles from monterey airport and 2 miles from monterey state beach. straightforward, modern rooms and suites open onto the parking lot and come with minifridges and microwaves, plus flat-screen tvs and free wifi. there's a heated indoor pool and a coin-operated laundry
Norman
Monterey Bay Aquarium (12 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Dennis The Menace Playground (6 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Del Monte Beach (7 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Point Lobos (17 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Carmel River State Beach (16 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Monterey State Beach (6 min)
Miles of scenic coastline offer beachgoers recreational activities ranging from surfing to fishing. Pebble Beach Golf Links (14 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (15 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Asilomar State Beach (15 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Lovers Point Park (15 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Garrapata State Park (19 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (12 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Carmel Beach (14 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Lone Cypress (18 min)
Fenced viewpoint for a landmark single cypress tree overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Old Fisherman's Wharf (11 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. | 
