| elegant suites with hardwood floors offer free wifi, flat-screen tvs and gas fireplaces, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers; some also have private balconies or patios. there are 4 meeting rooms, plus a courtyard with a fountain and seating. a 6-minute walk from fishermans wharf, this upscale all-suite spanish colonial-style hotel is a mile from the monterey bay aquarium and 6 miles from pebble beach. continental breakfast is complimentary, as are afternoon snacks. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
Norman
Lovers Point Park (8 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Asilomar State Beach (11 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Carmel Beach (14 min)
Curving white sandy beach backed by cypress trees known for surfing, dog walking & sunsets. Monterey Bay Aquarium (4 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Point Lobos (16 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Lone Cypress (17 min)
Fenced viewpoint for a landmark single cypress tree overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Carmel Beach (13 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Carmel River State Beach (16 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (14 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (11 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Dennis The Menace Playground (12 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Garrapata State Park (18 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Old Fisherman's Wharf (5 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Del Monte Beach (10 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Pebble Beach Golf Links (13 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. | 
