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PEBBLE BEACH
LOCATION, TRANSPORTATION, AND DIRECTIONS
How far apart at the resorts?
The Lodge at Pebble Beach and Casa Palmero are adjacent to one another. The Inn at Spanish Bay is approximately 3 miles away (10 minutes by car).
How do I get from one course to the other?
Courtesy shuttles are available to transport guests between the resorts and golf courses.
What airports are near Pebble Beach?
There are several airports near Pebble Beach. On the Peninsula 20 minutes from the resort is Monterey Peninsula Airport. Most large carriers have flights into Monterey. San Jose International Airport is approximately an hour and a half north of The Lodge. San Francisco International Airport is approximately two hours north.
How do I get to Pebble Beach from the airport?
To Pebble Beach Resorts from Monterey Peninsula Airport
Turn right at the stoplight outside the airport onto Highway 68 West (to Monterey). Follow the signs to Highway 1 South, and then take the exit for 68 West (Pacific Grove/Pebble Beach).
For The Lodge at Pebble Beach: At the exit, go straight through the traffic light and bear right to the Pebble Beach gate. Inform the guard that you are a guest at The Lodge and your entrance fee will be waived. Follow the signs to The Lodge on 17 Mile Drive.
For The Inn at Spanish Bay: Exit the airport and turn right onto Highway 68 West. Proceed on Highway 68 until it merges with Highway 1 South. Once on Highway 1 South, take the 68 West (Pebble Beach/Pacific Grove) exit. At the top of the ramp, turn right onto 68 West. Follow 68 West 2.5 miles to S.F.B. Morse Drive and turn left on S.F.B. Morse Drive. After stopping at the guard gate, proceed down S.F.B. Morse Drive and make the first right hand turn onto Congress Road. Congress Road will dead-end into the hotel driveway.
To Pebble Beach Resorts from San Jose and San Francisco
Take Highway 101 South approximately 50 miles to 156 West (Monterey exit). Follow 156 West for about 6.5 miles until it becomes Highway 1 South; stay on Highway 1 for about 15 miles, to the exit for 68 West (Pacific Grove/Pebble Beach).
For The Lodge at Pebble Beach: At the exit, go straight through the traffic light and bear right to the Pebble Beach gate. Inform the guard that you are a guest at The Lodge and your entrance fee will be waived; follow the signs to The Lodge on 17 Mile Drive.
For The Inn at Spanish Bay: Exit the airport and follow signs to 101 south. Follow 101 S for approximately 75 miles (from the San Francisco Airport) or approximately 45 miles (from the San Jose Airport) to Highway 156 West/Monterey Peninsula exit. Follow 156 West for 6 miles until it junctions with Highway 1 South. Follow Highway 1 South for 18 miles. Take the 68 West. Follow 68 West 2.5 miles to S.F.B. Morse Drive and turn left on S.F.B. Morse Drive. After stopping at the guard gate, proceed down S.F.B. Morse Drive and make the first right hand turn onto Congress Road. Congress Road will dead-end into the hotel driveway.
The Lodge at Pebble Beach
1700 17 Mile Drive
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
The Inn at Spanish Bay
2700 17 Mile Drive
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
GENERAL INFORMATION
Weather
Daytime temperatures on the Monterey Peninsula range from 50-75 degrees year round and vary throughout the day. The mornings are often foggy and the afternoons are frequently balmy. It is best to dress in layers and to carry a water-resistant wind shirt or jacket. It rarely rains between April and October.
What is appropriate attire for the courses?
Collared shirts with slacks or walking shorts, no blue jeans.
What kind of spikes should I bring?
Soft spikes are recommended but not required. Multi-stud, rubber soled shoes are not recommended.
Should I get a caddie or use a cart?
Pebble Beach Golf Links is perhaps the greatest walk on Earth. The use of a caddie is recommended. Caddies can help you read greens and gauge yardages, and perhaps most importantly they can enhance your experience by sharing some of the rich legend and lore of Pebble Beach. Alternatively, you may carry your own bag or use a cart. Caddies are available at Pebble Beach at their current rate + gratuity.
What kind of grass is used on the courses?
Pebble Beach Golf Links
Greens: Poa annua
Tees & Fairways: Rye grass
The Links at Spanish Bay
Greens: Poa annua
Tees & Fairways: Rye grass
Spyglass Hill Golf Course
Greens: Poa Annua
Tees & Fairways: Blend of bent & fescue
Del Monte Golf Course
Greens: Poa annua
Tees & Fairways: Rye grass
What rental clubs do they offer and how much are they?
The Pebble Beach courses offers the finest golf equipment available: Callaway X12 irons and Great Big Bertha woods.
What else can I do while I am there?
The Monterey Peninsula is known worldwide for its natural beauty and compelling attractions. In Monterey you can visit Fisherman’s Wharf, Cannery Row or the popular Monterey Bay Aquarium. The shops and art galleries of Carmel-by-the-Sea are famously charming and extremely popular. The drive down the Pacific coast to Big Sur is among the world’s most celebrated stretches of highway. And all over the Peninsula are some of the country’s finest and most creative restaurants.
17-Mile Drive
Following the incised granite coastline from Pacific Grove to Carmel, the 17 Mile Drive through the private enclave of Pebble Beach is famous enough that the town can charge a $7.00 fee just to drive it. The drive alternates between litoral golf courses, cliff-bound Monterey Cypress woods, and the gated streets of Pebble Beach. The view of the waves crashing against the rocks is unbeatable. There are places to picnic on white beaches at Spanish Bay and lots of sea lions and harbor seals at Bird Rock and Seal Rock. There are abundant otters playing in the kelp. The trees at Cypress Point have been twisted by the wind and are picturesque. Discover nature's treasures as you twist and turn your way deep into the majesty of the 5,000-acre Del Monte Forest, you will quickly feel the magic of this legendary scenic tour. Home to the Lone Cypress, Seal and Bird Rocks, Fanshell Beach, Point Joe, and the colliding currents of The Restless Sea, you'll travel this showcase with a sense of awe for what nature has created.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Our exhibits take you into the hidden world of Monterey Bay, a spectacular ocean realm at the heart of the nation's largest marine sanctuary. The exhibits re-create the bay's habitats, from shallow tide pools to the open ocean and deep sea.
Big Sur & Point Lobos
Breathtaking views await drivers as they navigate the hairpin turns of Highway One along Big Sur. Stop at Point Lobos and stroll along the dramatic cliffsides.
Restaurants
Carmel
Anton & Michel
Court of Fountains
Mission Street between Ocean and 7th Avenues
This Carmel culinary landmark is considered the Peninsula’s most beautiful and romantic restaurant — a hallmark blend of old-world elegance and modern charm. The distinctive and artistic flair of creative continental cuisine is guided by Chef Max Muramatsu, twice named best chef in Tokyo. There is graciousness in this service-intensive establishment and a genuine desire to please. All of this, plus its award-winning wine list, make Anton & Michel " . . . probably the best dining experience in downtown Carmel."
The Forge in the Forest
S.W. Corner of 5th & Junipero
The Forge’s employee co-owners welcome you to this historic Carmel landmark, featuring a wide variety of American cuisine. Voted “Best Outdoor Dining” every year since 1992. The Forge’s award-winning garden patios are nestled among the oak and pine trees and made comfortable year-round with fireplaces, heaters and large patio umbrellas. There are also four uniquely themed and appointed indoor dining rooms, such as the copper-walled saloon with its hand-carved mahogany back bar and blacksmith fire pit.
The Grill on Ocean Avenue
Ocean Avenue between Dolores and Lincoln
Bathed in a comforting blend of light, tapestry, mirrors, fire and warm oak, The Grill offers an atmosphere that is both stylish and relaxed but not trendy. The cuisine has been described as “lyrical, clearly Californian in its freshness and lightness — Asian in its virtuosity.” The attentive staff, generous well-balanced wine list — with an emphasis on Monterey County wines — and complete bar service are additional elements that make The Grill the locals’ choice for lunch or dinner. Reservations suggested.
PortaBella
Ocean Avenue between Lincoln and Monte Verde
The cuisine of the Mediterranean sun countries, rich in color and flavor, delights the palates of diners in this romantic, quintessential Carmel restaurant. From the arched dining rooms to the enchanting indoor courtyard, the exceptional food, wine and ambiance generate a lively atmosphere. Entrees, divided between the land and the sea, are served with locally grown, organic produce.
Robert’s Bistro
217 Crossroads Blvd.
This affordable, yet serious French bistro serves outrageously good cuisine, ranging from French classics such as rack of lamb to country fare, like cassoulet. A selection of seafood is offered as well. Equal attention is given to the classically French appetizers and desserts. The carefully composed wine list includes imported and domestic selections. Reminiscent of an intimate French country inn, the atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed.
Monterey
Marie Callender’s
1200 Del Monte Center
Marie Callender’s is Monterey’s finest homestyle family restaurant and bakery, celebrating more than 50 years of classics you’re sure to love. People often remember us for our marvelous pies. But if that’s all you know us for, then you could be missing out on something else truly satisfying — our delicious meals. Get to know us over dinner (lunch, breakfast or Sunday Brunch for that matter) for a delicious meal you are sure to remember. Enjoy our comfortable lounge, complete with full bar; it’s a great place to meet friends while shopping at the Del Monte Center.
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