Located in suburan Marina, 8 miles north of Monterey, this resort is situated right in the dunes. It's the only property that is actually on the sand on the beach. Rooms are nicely furnished with superior bed linens, and the patios and balconies have adirondack-style chairs.

Marina Dunes Resort Amenities:

• 60 rooms, 2 story. Complimentary continental breakfast. Check-in 4 pm, check-out noon. Restaurant. Spa; treatment rooms. Beach. Indoor pool, outdoor pool, children's pool, whirlpool.