| there's an outdoor pool in the central courtyard. monterey airport is 6 miles away. set near the cabrillo highway, this unassuming motor inn is 3 miles from monterey aquarium and a mile from fisherman's wharf. continental breakfast and parking are complimentary. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. the straightforward rooms open onto outdoor walkways and come with coffeemakers, minifridges and microwaves, plus tvs and free wi-fi
Norman
Monterey Bay Aquarium (9 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Lone Cypress (15 min)
Fenced viewpoint for a landmark single cypress tree overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (12 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Carmel Beach (10 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Old Fisherman's Wharf (6 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Pebble Beach Golf Links (11 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Dennis The Menace Playground (6 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Point Lobos (14 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Del Monte Beach (7 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Lovers Point Park (12 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Asilomar State Beach (12 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (9 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Garrapata State Park (16 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Carmel River State Beach (13 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Carmel Beach (11 min)
Curving white sandy beach backed by cypress trees known for surfing, dog walking & sunsets. | 
