| check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. suites add sitting areas with pull-out sofas and fireplaces; some have 4-poster beds. a 14-minute walk from monterey state beach, this low-key hotel off highway 1 is an 8-minute walk from el estero lake and 3 miles from the monterey bay aquarium. other amenities consist of an outdoor pool, a putting green and outdoor sitting areas, as well as a wash station for divers. warmly decorated rooms feature free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. freebies include parking and continental breakfast
Norman
Del Monte Beach (16 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. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (10 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Lone Cypress (16 min)
Fenced viewpoint for a landmark single cypress tree overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Asilomar State Beach (13 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Point Lobos (15 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Monterey Bay Aquarium (9 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Carmel Beach (12 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Old Fisherman's Wharf (7 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Garrapata State Park (17 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. Pebble Beach Golf Links (12 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Carmel River State Beach (15 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Dennis The Menace Playground (12 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (13 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Carmel Beach (13 min)
Curving white sandy beach backed by cypress trees known for surfing, dog walking & sunsets. | 
