Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay

In Seaside, California, just off Hwy 1 and two blocks from Del Monte Beach, this newly renovated coastal hotel puts Monterey Bay attractions within easy reach. Guests are minutes from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Old Fisherman's Wharf and downtown Monterey (about 2.5 miles); Carmel-by-the-Sea is seven miles away and Pebble Beach, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey Peninsula Airport, the Naval Postgraduate School and the Defense Language Institute are all nearby.

The property was recently renovated and offers 143 air-conditioned rooms with modern, pared-back décor. Rooms come with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, desks and private bathrooms with shower/tub combos — plus complimentary toiletries, hair dryers and daily newspapers for easy stays.

Take a dip in the heated outdoor pool or unwind in the whirlpool spa tub, then hit the well-equipped fitness center. Complimentary wireless internet and tour/ticket assistance keep plans moving, and free self parking makes road trips easy — with sea-breeze mornings just a short stroll away.

Complimentary high-speed (wired) internet and a 24-hour business center support work on the road. Free local calls and lobby newspapers add small conveniences for business travelers.

A complimentary hot buffet breakfast gets the day started right. For regional flavor, fresh seafood and coastal dining options await nearby at Old Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row.