In the heart of Old Monterey, Portola Hotel & Spa is steps to the historic Custom House Plaza, the shops and restaurants on Old Fisherman’s Wharf, quaint adobes and intriguing museums. Its recently renovated 379 rooms and suites feature a bright and light coastal palette with modern, streamlined furnishings. While all rooms are outfitted with thoughtful touches like headboards with built-in lighting and USB outlets, the spacious suites are downright luxurious, ranging from the 700 square-foot One-Bedroom Junior Suite, which includes a spacious living area and wet bar, to the 1,000 square-foot Presidential Suite boasting no less than five balconies with stunning views of Monterey Bay. For dinner, dine at clubby Jacks Monterey or the acclaimed indoor-outdoor Peter B’s Brewpub.