Hotels in Central Coast California

Get lost in halls of wondrous fish and exotic marine mammals at Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction in New Monterey. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Monterey Bay Aquarium, you'll love Pacific Biological Laboratories and Monterey Mirror Maze & Lazer Challenge, both a short walk away.

If thrills are what you're after, head to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. If you have fun at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you'll love Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider, both a short walk away.

Wanna race? You could pay a visit to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca located 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from central Monterey. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Hearst Castle— just one of the landmarks located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from central San Simeon. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Cannery Row in New Monterey. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at American Tin Cannery.

Imagine strolling along Fisherman's Wharf for some great waterfront pics when in the heart of Monterey. If you carry on walking you'll get to Monterey State Beach, San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater, and Coast Guard Pier for some more water views.