Explore Monterey Bay
Start your stay on property, where experiences are designed to help you move, reset, and connect. Fit in a workout, take a sauna break, relax in wellness spaces, or gather before heading out for the day. Find Monterey Bay just outside our hotel near the beach, and discover biking, hiking, whale watching, wine tasting, and seasonal local events that keep the Central Coast buzzing.
Local Happeings Glass Blowing Classes
Learn more about glassblowing during this fun and informative beginners class designed to impress and educate. The Monterey GlassWorks' class offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the local arts scene. You’ll gain hands-on experience in the ancient art of glassblowing, guided by skilled artisans who are part of Monterey's rich artistic culture.
To learn more, visit their Instagram @MontereyGlassWorks.
Local Happeings Blacksmith Classes
Our friends at Hacienda CV lead an introductory Blacksmithing Workshop utilizing the same principles of metalwork that have been used for over 3,000 years This unique workshop offers a hands-on experience, allowing you to explore the history and craftsmanship of blacksmithing while enjoying the stunning coastal surroundings of Monterey.
To learn more, visit their Instagram @HaciendaCV
Year-Round Beauty
Spring
The chill of winter quickly gives way to spring’s sunny warmth, though nights remain pretty cold. With frequent rains, the flowered landscapes quickly bloom, making this season the perfect time to take in the many hiking trails that are prominent in the area.
Summer
Foggy mornings, cool days, and sunny afternoons characterize Monterey summers. This is the best time of year to do some sightseeing, wine tasting, and relaxed exploring.
Fall
Surprisingly, the Indian Summer or “Second Summer” that arrives in the fall brings with it the warmest days of the year. It also rarely rains, which makes it the perfect time to visit Point Lobos and Big Sur. This is also the time of year when monarch butterflies make their annual migration, which means you may see clusters of them among varying trees in the Monarch Grove Sanctuary.
Winter
Monterey is at its coldest between December and February, particularly along the coast with lows that dip into the 40s. Alternatively, there is less of a marine layer this time of year, so when it’s not raining it tends to be much sunnier than usual. December to April is gray whale watching season, but activity peaks in mid-January, making winter the perfect time to visit if you want a glimpse of the beautiful whales that roam the Pacific.