| suites add fireplaces, balconies, whirlpool tubs and/or pull-out sofas. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. this unpretentious budget hotel is 3 miles from cannery row, the iconic waterfront factory street, and 4 miles from monterey bay aquarium. parking is complimentary. unfussy, modern rooms feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, as well as microwaves, and tea and coffeemakers. theres also an rv park. room service is available
Norman
Garrapata State Park (18 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Dennis The Menace Playground (4 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (14 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Carmel Beach (12 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Del Monte Beach (7 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Old Fisherman's Wharf (9 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Lovers Point Park (14 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Carmel River State Beach (15 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (11 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Asilomar State Beach (14 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (15 min)
Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events. Point Lobos (16 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Monterey State Beach (5 min)
Miles of scenic coastline offer beachgoers recreational activities ranging from surfing to fishing. Pebble Beach Golf Links (12 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Monterey Bay Aquarium (11 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. | 
