I recently visited Central California for a father-daughter trip to Monterey. The last time my father and I were in the area together was fifteen years ago, for another father-daughter trip. It was so nice to revisit the beautiful Central California coast again, and discover a hotel neither of us had stayed at before.
The elegant Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is conveniently located in the heart of Cannery Row, Monterey’s most well-known area. The hotel is built over the water, which offers incredible views of the Pacific Ocean and picturesque Monterey Bay.
The hotel has a classic, coastal flair with 290 luxury rooms and suites, beautifully designed with comfortable traditional furnishings. We stayed in the Cannery Row Suite, which had a spacious layout of over 1,500 square feet, complete with a beautiful view of the famous Cannery Row and Pacific Ocean. I loved how comfortable the room was, with two fireplaces, a huge soaking tub, and full wet bar. I slept with the windows open so I could hear the waves crashing underneath the hotel and feel the fresh ocean breeze, which was incredible.
The sundeck on the top floor of the hotel is a beautiful place to watch the unbeatable Monterey sunsets, with an outdoor fireplace and two jacuzzis. In addition to the sundeck, there is a high-end fitness center complete with Peloton bikes, and the rooftop Vista Blue Spa with treatments to indulge in like facials and massages.
If you want some adventure during your stay, the helpful concierge team can arrange sailing, scuba diving, kayaking, biking, whale watching and much more to really soak in the Central Coast.
The Monterey Plaza Hotel is also home to Schooners Monterey, an upscale restaurant with a delicious surf-and-turf menu with the beautiful Monterey Bay as a backdrop— don’t miss the fresh oysters and braised short ribs!
I definitely recommend staying at The Monterey Plaza for your next trip to Monterey, whether it is a family vacation or a romantic couples getaway, the hotel is perfect place for a much needed getaway.
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