| upgraded rooms add whirlpool tubs. parking is complimentary. laid-back rooms feature microwaves and minifridges, plus flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. there's also a coin-operated laundry and a guest computer. set in a commercial area, this unpretentious motor inn is a 10-minute walk from pismo beach, and 4 miles from both downtown monterey and fisherman's wharf
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Garrapata State Park (21 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Del Monte Beach (8 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Old Fisherman's Wharf (12 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (14 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Carmel Beach (16 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Pebble Beach Golf Links (16 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (17 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Monterey State Beach (9 min)
Miles of scenic coastline offer beachgoers recreational activities ranging from surfing to fishing. Asilomar State Beach (17 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Lovers Point Park (16 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Point Lobos (19 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Dennis The Menace Playground (8 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Monterey Bay Aquarium (13 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Carmel River State Beach (19 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (17 min)
Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events. | 
