
PORTOLA IN THE PRESS
Browse the latest press articles, news and awards from Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay. Our hotel is a charming coastal retreat known for its local charm, high-end accommodations and relaxed atmosphere on the Central California coast. We have also been honored with several awards and accolades including, Condé Nast Travelers Readers Choice Awards, Smart Meetings Smart Stars, Wine Spectator Awards, and more!
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Set Sail for Adventure: Portola Hotel & Spa Launches Pirate Program for Kids
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Portola Hotel & Spa, California's premier family-friendly destination, is excited to launch the Portola Pirate Program....

Peter B’s Brewpub Hosts Fundraiser Benefiting Surfrider Foundation
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Peter B's Brewpub and Seaglass Wine Company are partnering to host a fundraising mixer benefiting Surfrider Foundation's Monterey Chapter, grassroots non-profit environmental organization that works to protect and preserve the world's oceans, waves, and beaches. ...

JACKS MONTEREY AND PETER B’S BREWPUB BECOME BLUE ZONES APPROVED RESTAURANTS BY BLUE ZONES PROJECT MONTEREY COUNTY
Monday, April 24, 2023
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay announces that Jacks Monterey and Peter B’s Brewpub have been recognized as Blue Zones Project Approved™ Restaurants by Blue Zones Project® – Monterey County....

Meetings Today April 2023 Issue
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay announced the completion of renovations to The Club Room, a dynamic event space offering a fireside entrance, wine-inspired private dining room and outdoor patio adjacent to Jacks fireside terrace....

PORTOLA HOTEL & SPA ANNOUNCES REFRESHED SPECIAL EVENT SPACE: THE CLUB ROOM
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is thrilled to announce the completion of The Club Room renovation. The dynamic event space offers a fireside entrance, wine-inspired private dining room, and an outdoor patio adjacent to Jacks fireside terrace. The Club Room refresh provides a sophisticated event space complimenting the hotel’s continuous efforts to elevate and enhance offerings for meetings and events. ...

BLUE ZONES PROJECT MONTEREY COUNTY PROUDLY CELEBRATES PORTOLA HOTEL & SPA AT MONTEREY BAY FOR BECOMING A BLUE ZONES PROJECT APPROVED WORKSITE
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Blue Zones Project® - Monterey County is proud to announce that Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay has achieved designation as a Blue Zones Project Approved™ worksite. Portola Hotel & Spa implemented best practices to improve employee well-being....

SILICON VALLEY BUSINESS JOURNAL RECOGNIZES JANINE CHICOURRAT ON LIST OF 2022 WOMEN OF INFLUENCE
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Janine M. Chicourrat was recognized by the San Jose Valley Business Journal among the list of 2022 Woman of Influence on June 16, 2022...

FORBES: 25 California Wellness Getaways For Mother’s Day And Beyond
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
With the pandemic putting a hamper on travel plans, the last two Mother’s Days have been limited to your typical bouquet of flowers and celebrating at home....

Restaurant Hospitality - The 10 Best Cocktails at independent restaurants across America
Friday, February 25, 2022
The return of going out for a drink. The pandemic’s dark cloud continues to leave a shadow, and to-go cocktails are legal in many jurisdictions....

Portola Hotel & Spa Achieves GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation Program
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Portola Hotel & Spa is proud to announce the hotel achieved the Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, a gold standard for prepared facilities....

Smart Meetings December 2021
Tuesday, December 07, 2021
Set within the picturesque backdrop of a spectacular coastline, Portola Hotel & Spa reflects the captivating spirit of a rich, cultural setting surrounded by modern amenities, newly renovated accommodations, thoughtful service, and refreshed meeting and event space....

Carmel Magazine Winter 2021
Monday, December 06, 2021
YOGI- This is not your ordinary Pug. "He's a healthy, athletic six-year-old," says Yogi's human, Chris Hermen. "He hikes with me. Five miles is no problem for him' Last summer, Hermen came to Monterey to accept the position of Director of Finance at Portola Hotel and Spa. "We lived in the hotel for a time, so Yogi knows the property well. He thinks he owns the place." This pugnacious pug has the run of the hotel and serves as an unofficial and enthusiastic greeter to guests and their dogs....

Portola Hotel & Spa Honored as Best of California Hospitality
Monday, November 22, 2021
The Portola Hotel & Spa is deeply honored to be recognized by California Hotel & Lodging Association as the Good Earthkeeping recipient for 2021 at its annual Stars of the Industry awards....

Portola Hotel & Spa recognized with Condé Nast Travelers 2021 Readers' Choice Award
Tuesday, October 05, 2021
Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay recognized as the #9 Best Hotel in Northern California....

Portola Hotel & Spa Announces Partnership with Virus Geeks to offer COVID-19 Testing
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Portola Hotel & Spa in Monterey, CA is proud to announce a new partnership with Virus Geeks, Inc....

Peter B’s Brewpub Announces Natalie Mika as New Head Brewer
Thursday, May 20, 2021
Peter B's Brewpub located behind the Portola Hotel & Spa, is thrilled to announce Natalie Mika as the new Head Brewer of the award-winning brewery....

Portola Hotel & Spa Announces Completion of Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Wednesday, December 02, 2020
Portola Hotel & Spa is pleased to announce both the re-opening of the hotel and the completion of a multi-million dollar room renovation. ...