Sand City
Seaside

Popular places to visit

Monterey State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monterey State Beach during your trip to Sand City? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.

Eolian Dunes Preserve
After visiting Eolian Dunes Preserve, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seaside. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops while you're in the area.

Fort Ord Dunes State Park
Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.
Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Seaside at Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
East Garrison Dog Park
East Garrison Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seaside, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Pacchetti Dog Park
Pacchetti Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seaside, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Sand City

Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey
Great new hotel! Need to clean rooms daily and replenish coffee tea in room since they DO NOT offer free water and coffee. Breakfast area was very congested
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Comfortable stay! walkable distance to all major attractions and restaurants. right next to the boardwalk and a beautiful coastal trail. we didn't use our car in Monterey. the staff is polite and extremely helpful. the room was quite spacious and clean with all the basics like coffee machine, fridge, ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Excellent
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
We had a great stay celebrating my birthday and enjoyed the Vista Blue Spa! Our room was very clean and we liked our partial ocean view. The location is ideal as it’s along the waterfront but a quick walk to shop or dine on Cannery Row. We’ll definitely be back again,
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
We had another wonderful stay at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa—this was our second visit, and it continues to deliver. We originally chose it because it’s so dog-friendly, with great grassy areas that make traveling with our pups easy and enjoyable. The property was clean, comfortable, and in a ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Lobby is fine and has a nice 70’s retro vibe to it but the rooms were terrible, smell and not a $4-500 a night value. Won’t be coming back.
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sand City

Mescal Corridor NW
When in Mescal Corridor NW, you can plan a visit to Monterey County Fairgrounds and North Fremont Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

