Cannery Row Monterey, California
Renovated
2022
Price
$$$
Rated for
Luxe Wellness LocalOutside the door
Overwater Pacific outpost
Half the hotel rests on pilings over Monterey Bay, where classic interiors meet the immediate sound of crashing Pacific waves.
“each of its 290 rooms are a comfortable, quiet retreat from the world.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Oceanview rooms offer plush feather beds, custom robes, and a dedicated house car for peninsula exploration.
Notable
Penthouse Vista Blue Spa features dry saunas, steam rooms, and rooftop whirlpools overlooking Monterey Bay.
Notable
Over-water balconies equipped with binoculars look directly out across the kelp beds and otter habitats.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in AFAR.
the hotel was literally built over the bay’s crashing surf, a glittering centerpiece of the historic downtown Cannery Row.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a short stroll down Cannery Row, with San Carlos Beach Park right next door.
The rooms
Oceanfront rooms offer private balconies directly over crashing surf, dressed with plush down bedding, neutral draperies, and marble bathrooms.
The spa
Treatment suites in the penthouse spa have stone fireplaces and soaking tubs facing straight out to sea.
The rooftop gym
Treadmills and stationary bikes line floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views across Monterey harbor and the bay.
Bar
Lobby Lounge
The intimate wood-paneled lounge serves small-batch spirits and craft cocktails, accompanied by nightly live music.
Monterey Bay is a sightseer’s paradise and the architects beautifully designed the hotel around the water.
Restaurant
Schooners Monterey
Heated outdoor terrace tables sit suspended directly over the crashing surf for fresh Pacific seafood and drinks.
At the table
Coastal Kitchen serves multi-course seasonal tasting menus, and Tidal Coffee pours roasted espresso on the seaside patio.
How it began
Built over the historic Tevis Estate grounds in 1985, the hotel anchors the quieter coastal edge of Cannery Row.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.