Happenings 

Step aboard for an unforgettable evening as the De Anza Ballroom at the Portola Hotel & Spa transforms into a nautical-chic escape filled with casual sophistication, smooth Yacht Rock vibes, and nonstop celebration! Located in the heart of downtown Monterey, CA, this beloved annual event is the perfect way to ring in the New Year in style.

Come watch the biggest football game of the year at Peter B's Brewpub!

Portola Hotel & Spa is delighted to partner with local schools and performers to offer live holiday music in the lobby. Enjoy a full evening in downtown Monterey with dinner at Jacks Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel or ice skating behind the hotel with Ice Skating by the Bay. View the full schedule of performances and start making your holiday plans today! 

Portola Hotel & Spa is delighted to partner with local schools and performers to offer live holiday music in the lobby. Enjoy a full evening in downtown Monterey with dinner at Jacks Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel or ice skating behind the hotel with Ice Skating by the Bay. View the full schedule of performances and start making your holiday plans today! 

Santa Claus is coming to town! This year, Saint Nick will be available for dinner at Jacks Monterey on Saturday, November 29, from 5pm to 8pm, to say hello to our guests and take photos at your leisure.

Portola Hotel & Spa is delighted to partner with local schools and performers to offer live holiday music in the lobby. Enjoy a full evening in downtown Monterey with dinner at Jacks Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel or ice skating behind the hotel with Ice Skating by the Bay. View the full schedule of performances and start making your holiday plans today! 

Portola Hotel & Spa is delighted to partner with local schools and performers to offer live holiday music in the lobby. Enjoy a full evening in downtown Monterey with dinner at Jacks Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel or ice skating behind the hotel with Ice Skating by the Bay. View the full schedule of performances and start making your holiday plans today! 

Portola Hotel & Spa is delighted to partner with local schools and performers to offer live holiday music in the lobby. Enjoy a full evening in downtown Monterey with dinner at Jacks Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel or ice skating behind the hotel with Ice Skating by the Bay. View the full schedule of performances and start making your holiday plans today! 

Portola Hotel & Spa is delighted to partner with local schools and performers to offer live holiday music in the lobby. Enjoy a full evening in downtown Monterey with dinner at Jacks Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel or ice skating behind the hotel with Ice Skating by the Bay. View the full schedule of performances and start making your holiday plans today! 

Portola Hotel & Spa is delighted to partner with local schools and performers to offer live holiday music in the lobby. Enjoy a full evening in downtown Monterey with dinner at Jacks Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel or ice skating behind the hotel with Ice Skating by the Bay. View the full schedule of performances and start making your holiday plans today! 

Would it be a holiday season without the Mean Green One at Peter B's? Don’t worry this grouchy, curmudgeon friend won’t try to steal your holiday spirit!  Meet the Mean Green One at Peter B's & Jacks Monterey inside the Portola Hotel & Spa as he strolls through the dining room.

Would it be a holiday season without the Mean Green One at Jacks Monterey? Don’t worry this grouchy, curmudgeon friend won’t try to steal your holiday spirit!  Meet the Mean Green One at Peter B's & Jacks Monterey inside the Portola Hotel & Spa as he strolls through the dining room.

Thursday nights with live music are back at the newly renovated Peter B's in downtown Monterey!

Thursday nights with live music are back at the newly renovated Peter B's in downtown Monterey!

Thursday nights with live music are back at the newly renovated Peter B's in downtown Monterey!

Thursday nights with live music are back at the newly renovated Peter B's in downtown Monterey!

Thursday nights with live music are back at the newly renovated Peter B's in downtown Monterey!

Founded in 1972, the TaylorMade Pebble Beach Invitational is the world’s only tournament that pits players from the PGA, LPGA, Champions and Korn Ferry Tours against each other.

Santa Claus is coming to town with The Peninsula Harmony Company Trio Carolers! Join us for breakfast at our Monterey restaurant and enjoy Jacks Monterey’s most popular morning offerings, including Buttermilk Pancakes, Classic Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, Mimosas, and more.

Santa Claus is coming to town with The Peninsula Harmony Company Trio Carolers! Join us for breakfast at our Monterey restaurant and enjoy Jacks Monterey’s most popular morning offerings, including Buttermilk Pancakes, Classic Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, Mimosas, and more.

Enjoy Ice Skating from Ice Skating by the Bay Nov 21, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026 located just behind the Portola Hotel & Spa!