Best Drink with a View
Monterey Beach Hotel
2600 Sand Dunes Drive, Monterey
(831) 394-3321, montereybeach.com
“Under the stars” refers both to a circus performed without a tent and also Monterey County’s preferred way to enjoy a beverage. While there is plenty of local competition for outdoor imbibing, readers have chosen Monterey Beach Hotel as the top spot. Visit and the reason is immediately obvious. The beach, the crashing waves – it’s all right in front of you. And there are firepits outside, where staff will bring drinks to you (seasonally). Let’s just say the hotel is aptly named and the readers have voted wisely.