Pebble Beach & Monterey
Pebble Beach & Monterey, California
The Monterey Peninsula is located approximately 2 hours driving time south of San Francisco and is home to some of America's greatest golf courses and the world famous Pebble Beach Resort and 17-Mile Drive.
Guests of The Pebble Beach Resort's three luxury hotels, The Lodge at Pebble Beach, Casa Palmero, and The Inn at Spanish Bay will be thrilled by the beauty and challenge of the legendary Pebble Beach Golf Links, which is considered one of the premier courses in the world. Pebble Beach hosts the PGA Tour's AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am annually, and has staged The US Open Championship on five occasions including Tiger Woods' record-breaking victory in June 2000, and won most recently in June 2010 by Graeme McDowell.
Only guests at the Pebble Beach Resorts may book tee-times at Pebble Beach Golf Links, The Links at Spanish Bay and Spyglass Hill in advance.
Other destinations close to Pebble Beach are Monterey and Carmel, both offering a choice of accommodation. The area offers a wide range of attractions including The Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row and the spectacular scenery of Big Sur. There is also a selection of other great courses in the area.

Since 1919, The Lodge at Pebble Beach has been a legendary California haven for discerning clientele. From the moment you walk through the door, you are welcomed with impeccable service and comfortable elegance. The Lodge at Pebble Beach surrounds the 18th green of the Pebble Beach Golf Links, one of the most exciting closing holes in golf. The anticipation, passion and camaraderie of some of the best moments in golf echo through the Resort. Your stay at The Lodge at Pebble Beach will enchant you with attentive hospitality, stately architecture and a glorious oceanside setting. Spacious guest rooms feature wood-burning fireplaces and stunning views. The Spa at Pebble Beach and the Beach & Tennis Club are both located close to The Lodge.

The Inn at Spanish Bay welcomes you with contemporary elegance and exemplary service. Nestled among majestic Monterey pines and fronted by a Scottish-style links golf course that touches some of the most breathtaking coastline in the world, The Inn is an idyllic retreat. All guest rooms feature stylish and comfortable furnishings and a warm, cozy fireplace. Your private patio or balcony provides a magnificent view of landscaped grounds, pine forests, green fairways, or the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy a plush modern bathroom, complimentary Wi-Fi and LCD flat-panel televisions with cable tv. While at The Inn, savour your choice of three fabulous restaurants, or simply stroll along the meandering boardwalk and discover hidden coves and sandy beaches. Complimentary Resort-wide transportation is provided between the hotels and golf courses of Pebble Beach Resort.

Dramatically overlooking the Monterey Bay, the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa combines elegant European architecture, wide-sweeping coastal views and sophisticated style. The Monterey Plaza's central location on Cannery Row makes it easy to enjoy the area's many attractions and activities including the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium just three blocks away. Launch an ocean kayak from the beach, play a round of golf at one of 19 championship courses in the area, or you can enjoy the Plaza's rooftop spa or two waterfront restaurants.
Please contact us for additional resort information.
Facilities subject to change. Fees may apply for certain amenities and services.
We are pleased to suggest the following recommended courses of Pebble Beach Resort and the Monterey Peninsula, based on our own experience and the feedback of our clients:

Pebble Beach Golf Links
Spyglass Hill Golf Course
The Links at Spanish Bay
Pasatiempo Golf Club
Poppy Hills
Carmel Valley Ranch
The Golf Club at Quail Lodge
Bayonet Course
Blackhorse Course
Old Del Monte Golf Course
Pacific Grove
BEST TIME TO VISIT: The mild winter climate allows for year-round golf, with the best golfing climate and conditions being found from April through early November, as the winter months can be quite wet, with occasional Pacific storms blowing through. The AT&T Pro-Am is staged in early February each year so this would be a time to avoid.
WEATHER AVERAGES (courtesy of www.weather.com)
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Daily High Temp |
Monthly Rainfall (mm) |
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January |
16°C |
60°f |
106 |
February |
16°C |
61°f |
95 |
March |
16°C |
61°f |
90 |
April |
17°C |
63°f |
37 |
May |
18°C |
64°f |
13 |
June |
19°C |
66°f |
5 |
July |
20°C |
68°f |
2 |
August |
21°C |
69°f |
3 |
September |
22°C |
71°f |
7 |
October |
21°C |
70°f |
27 |
November |
18°C |
64°f |
62 |
December |
15°C |
59°f |
69 |
The Monterey Peninsula is located approximately 2 hours south of San Francisco, served by daily flights from the UK with connections from regional airports. The smaller Monterey Airport also offers connecting flights should you prefer not to drive too far:
British Airways - Heathrow to San Francisco, direct
United Airlines - Heathrow to San Francisco, direct, or Monterey, via San Francisco
Virgin Atlantic - Heathrow to San Francisco, direct
Monterey Peninsula is well-located with be combined with either a sightseeing stay in San Francisco itself, or an extended tour into the wine regions of Sonoma and Napa Valley. It would also easily be combined with a greater west coast tour including Yosemite, Los Angeles, the US Coastal Route, or even Las Vegas:
From Monterey |
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San Francisco |
115 miles (2 hours) |
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Napa / Sonoma |
152 miles (2½ hours) |
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Yosemite |
205 miles (4 hours) |
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Los Angeles |
322 miles (5 hours) |
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Palm Springs |
477 miles (7½ hours) |
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Las Vegas |
510 miles (8½ hours) |
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