| some add balconies. other amenities include laundry facilities. others have exterior entrances. the basic, casual rooms feature free wi-fi, minifridges and microwaves, in addition to tvs. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. breakfast and parking are complimentary. set on a busy roadway, this casual motel is a mile from ca-1 and 5 miles from the monterey bay aquarium
Norman
Old Fisherman's Wharf (13 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Dennis The Menace Playground (9 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Carmel River State Beach (19 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Del Monte Beach (9 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Point Lobos (20 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Monterey Bay Aquarium (13 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (17 min)
Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events. Asilomar State Beach (18 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Garrapata State Park (22 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Monterey State Beach (10 min)
Miles of scenic coastline offer beachgoers recreational activities ranging from surfing to fishing. Carmel Beach (16 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Lovers Point Park (17 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (18 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Pebble Beach Golf Links (17 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (15 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. | 
