Marina Travel Guide

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Marina

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.

Del Monte Beach

Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Cannery Row

Renamed after John Steinbeck’s Cannery Row, this historic area has transformed since the gritty industrial days described in the book.

National Steinbeck Center

Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.

Fisherman's Wharf

Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.

Lovers Point

Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.

Dennis the Menace Park

Set up a picnic on the tranquil shore of Lake El Estero and let the kids run free in this sandy playground.

Where to stay in Marina

Located in Marina, this beachfront resort is in a regional park, 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from California State University Monterey Bay, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Fisherman's Wharf and Maritime Museum. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Best Western Marina State Beach

3290 Dunes Road

Rated 3.5 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Marina State Beach and Monterey Bay. Marina Dunes Preserve and Fort Ord Dunes State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Ramada by Wyndham Marina

323 Reservation Road

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Monterey Bay, Marina Dunes Preserve, and Marina State Beach. Fort Ord Dunes State Park is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Comfort Inn Marina

140 Reservation Rd

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the airport, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Marina Dunes Preserve and Monterey Bay. Marina State Beach and Fort Ord Dunes State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Monterey Beachfront-Marina, CA

3280 Dunes Drive

Rated 3.0 / 5 by Guests

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Marina State Beach and Monterey Bay. Marina Dunes Preserve and Fort Ord Dunes State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Marina - State Beach Area, an IHG Hotel

189 Seaside Circle

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Marina State Beach and Monterey Bay. Marina Dunes Preserve and Fort Ord Dunes State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Marina at Monterey Bay

416 Reservation RdHwy 1 To Rservation Road, Hwy 1 To Rservation Road

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Marina, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Marina State Beach, Fort Ord Dunes State Park, and California State University Monterey Bay. Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course and Pebble Beach Golf Links are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

100 Reservation Rd

Rated 3.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in the heart of Marina, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Marina State Beach and Monterey Bay. Marina Dunes Preserve and Fort Ord Dunes State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Marina

Perched on a long sweeping curve of sandy beach, you can’t fault Marina (except perhaps that it doesn’t even have a marina).