Stay by the bay at Kimpton Mirador
The kinetic spirit of the Central California Coast can be felt as you move along Monterey Bay. From north to south, the surf culture of Santa Cruz, the beaches and adventure sports of Marina, the artist hub of Sand City, the rich history and cultural attractions of Monterey, the elegant seaside intimacy of Pacific Grove, and the fairytale charm of Carmel-by-the-Sea give a sense of what exploring the Monterey Bay area is all about. Traveling along Monterey Bay offers countless must-sees, including the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Carmel Beach, Monterey County Coastal Recreation Trail and more. The bay itself is home to an incredible variety of sea life including bottlenose dolphins, sea otters, humpback whales and orcas, harbor seals and much more. You never know what natural wonder you’ll glimpse as you make your way up or down the coast along Monterey Bay.