The Hotel
In the heart of a historic downtown on Monterey Bay,
and surrounded by the attractions of the spectacular
Monterey Peninsula, the Monterey
Marriott provides
an ideal location for your business, recreation and
meeting needs.
- 12,000 square feet of meeting space all on one level
- Within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf, Cannery Row and Del Monte Beach
- Connected by footbridge to the Monterey Conference Center
- 17 championship golf courses including the famous Pebble Beach courses
- Easy access to breathtaking Big Sur coastline
- 5 mins from quaint Carmel-by-the-sea featuring exclusive shopping and dining
- Minutes from the acclaimed Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Monterey Marriott
350 Calle Principal, Monterey, California, 93940, USA
Phone: 1 831-649-4234
Fax: 1
831-372-2968
International Toll-Free: 1-800-228-9290 http://www.marriott.com
Monterey
The magnificent Monterey Peninsula has been called the
greatest meeting of land, sea and sky and is recognized
as an ideal vacation and business destination. This
beautiful seaside community combines all the charm of
small town America with an endless variety of recreational
and cultural activities. Monterey's rich history, the
saga of California's Mission Trail, historic Fisherman's
Wharf and Cannery Row, 17 world-class golf courses,
the world's best aquarium, a unique variety of shops
and galleries and a spectacular assortment of parks
and natural areas combine to provide a truly unrivaled
place for your next getaway.
Historic Monterey
In many ways, the city of Monterey is the county in
a nutshell. The city has seen it's share of history,
and kept it alive, with many lovingly restored, original
adobe and timber buildings, frequent 'living history'
days, and a comprehensive Path of History walking tour.
You'll see the Custom House, built in 1814 when Monterey
was Spain's principal port on the Alta California Coast,
California's first theatre, and Colton Hall, where the
state constitution was signed in 1849.
Climate:
The weather on the Monterey Peninsula is consistently
mild, with an average temperature of 60 degrees Fahrenheit
year round.
Time Difference:
Monterey is on Pacific Standard Time (and 9 hours behind
Italy).
What To Wear:
Dressing in layers is a good idea. Generally, light-to-medium
weight clothing is appropriate and don't forget to bring
along a sweater for the cool summer evenings.
Nearby Attractions
Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman’s Wharf is now a wall-to-wall mix of
waterside restaurants – "dine here and watch
seals and otters from your table" say the menus,
quite truthfully – and docks where whale-watching
and fishing boats moor. While the wharf has several
fresh-fish market stalls, for a "real fishy experience,"
you should walk over to Wharf #2, where commercial boats
unload there catch to the delight of pelicans, gulls,
and sea lions.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Prefer your fish au naturel? Then make time for the
Monterey Bay Aquarium, one of the finest in the nation.
Within its walls (once the Hovden Cannery buildings),
the Aquarium houses more than 6500 living creatures,
a three-story kelp tank where scuba divers feed the
inhabitants, and a million-gallon depiction of life
in the open ocean. In April, a superb new exhibition
– Jellies: Living Art – opened. Children love
the hands-on activities of the new ‘Splash Zone’,
and stroking the strange creatures in the touch pools.
Cannery Row
Once the heart of a thriving sardine industry in Monterey
during the 1920's and 30's, Cannery Row today is a popular
visitor area offering a multitude of unique galleries,
shops, wine-tasting rooms, a factory outlet center,
specialty stores, restaurants, hotels and inns.
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel-by-the-Sea is the polished, elegant city cousin,
with some rather whimsical ways: there are no streetlights,
no neon signs, no street addresses, either. The tiny
alleys and courtyards, flanked by buildings in Carmel’s
unique 'Fairytale Tudor' styling, hide art galleries
by the score and restaurants by the dozen. In addition,
Carmel possesses renowned theater companies, world-class
musical organizations, such as the Carmel Bach Festival,
the Monterey Symphony, and a baker's dozen of chamber
music ensembles. And Ocean Avenue leads to one of the
loveliest white-sand beaches in the state.
Other Activities
In fact, Monterey offers lots for families to enjoy,
from MY Museum, a real hands-on place where kids can
make a TV program or run a country store, to pedaling
down the Recreation Trail aboard a quadricycle surrey.
There’s hours of fun to be had on the adventure
playground of Dennis the Menace Park or in the snazzy
new skateboard park next door-not to mention the joy
of sandcastle building on the broad sands, now so accessible
through Monterey’s Window on the Bay park. And
when everyone is ready for a bite to eat, you’ll
find dozens of family friendly restaurants and cafés.
Golf
Named the world's #1 golf destination by Golf Digest
Magazine, Monterey County is the premiere destination
for both avid golfers and vacationers in search of a
day out on the links. With over 18 courses totaling
more than 50 miles of fairways, courses range from coastal
gems with wind sculpted cypresses and expansive ocean
vistas to forested courses to sunny inland sites. Aside
from the legendary Pebble Beach-owned courses, don't
pass up the many notable often less expensive alternate
courses that make up the rest of the County.
Scuba Diving
The nation’s divers have rated Monterey as the best beach dive
in the U.S., according to "Scuba Diving" magazine. Quite
a feat when you're competing with all of Florida, Hawaii and Southern
California! More than 65,000 divers visit each year to explore our
underwater canyon and kelp forest. The water visibility and safe
bay conditions are very appealing, as well as the fact that many
dive sites are accessible from the shore. The Monterey Bay National
Marine Sanctuary helps to ensure protection of the rich diversity
and abundance of sea life.
Sport-fishing and Whale Watching
Monterey Bay, known for its abundant marine life in both the near
shore and outer bay, offers visitors several recreational opportunities.
Sport-fishing and on-the-water sightseeing is available year-round
from Monterey and Moss Landing harbors. Both areas also offer whale
watching excursions during the popular grey whale migration season
December through April, as well as opportunities to see humpbacks,
orcas and other whales throughout the year. Fresh water fishing
is also available at Lake San Antonio in South Monterey County.
Kayaking
What better way to enjoy Monterey Bay than to float on top of it!
Kayaking is a very popular and safe sport for amateurs and experts
alike. The bay and its environs offer calm water conditions for
viewing otters, harbor seals, sea lions and other aquatic life in
their natural habitat.
Walking/Hiking
Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail. This paved pedestrian and
bicycle path follows the coastline from Seaside through Monterey
to Lovers Point in Pacific Grove. The section from Fisherman’s
Wharf to Cannery Row is lighted at night.
Point Lobos State Reserve
Point Lobos has been called the "greatest meeting of land and
water in the world." Seven miles of trails that lace through
the 1,250-acre preserve give hikers a chance to see for themselves.
(831) 624-4909.
Garland Ranch Regional Park. Get away from it all at Garland Ranch,
541 acres situated along the Carmel River and extending into the
southeastern Santa Lucia mountain range. (831) 659-4488.
Other Great Walks and Hikes
Jack’s Peak County Park, just above the city of Monterey, offers
scenic views of the entire Monterey Bay. Pinnacles National Monument,
due east of Soledad, guides visitors over rocks and through caves.
Big Sur offers many dramatic hikes through forests, to waterfalls,
and along mountain ridges overlooking the vast Pacific.
Beaches
Beaches along the coast are ideal for long walks, tide-pooling and,
on southern beaches in season, whale watching. Check out Asilomar
State Beach in Pacific Grove, Carmel Beach at the bottom of Ocean
Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey State beach in Monterey, Marina
State Beach and the sand dunes in Marina. All are free and open
to the public.
Big Sur beaches can be accessed at most of the California State
Parks along Highway One. Just bring your walking shoes, as some
beaches may require a short hike to view these majestically rugged
seascapes.
Caution: The water temperature is a chilling 55 degrees Farenheit,
and with dangerous riptides and currents, swimming is not advised.
Youngsters however may enjoy splashing about in local sheltered
areas such as Pacific Grove’s Lovers Point cove.
Horseback Riding
There are many beautiful equestrian trails in area parks.
Several companies offer rides. Routes go through scenic,
sometimes rugged areas, often including a ride along the beach.
The Arts:Music & Theater
Monterey County is home to many exciting, well-known
festivals that focus on music, including in September the Monterey
Jazz Festival.
Travel Tips:
Baggage Tags:
The Department of Transportation and airline regulations
require all checked luggage to be clearly identified
on the outside. This will also insure proper delivery
of baggage at the hotel.
Medications:
Please make sure that your medications, if you carry
any, are properly labeled with your name. Carry all
medications on your person or in carry-on-luggage in
case of delayed flights or lost luggage.
Taxes & Tips:
Sales tax in California is 7.25%.
Tips at restaurants, nightclubs and bars are usually
expected to be at least 15%.
Dining on your own:
The hotel's concierge can assist you with restaurant
menus, and recommendations / reservations for on or
off property restaurants. The concierge is located in
the Main Lobby.
Personal Safety:
Make photocopies of passports, driver's licenses and
other documents for easy replacement and leave the originals
in your hotel safety deposit box.
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