TRAVEL, HOTELS & RESTAURANTS

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Travel & Hotels
	Embassy Suites - Monterey Bay The Official Hotel of Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca (831) 393-1115 (831) 393-1113 (fax) http://montereybay.embassysuites.com/ Embassy Suites Monterey Bay is located just minutes from Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca and proudly serves as it's official hotel. Just two blocks from the beach in beautiful Seaside, California, the Embassy Suites Hotel Monterey Bay-Seaside gives you spectacular bay views. As a hotel guest, you'll enjoy spacious, two-room suites with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and nightly Manager's Reception. Each suite includes private bedroom and separate living room with wet bar, microwave, coffeemaker and microwave for your convenience.
	ExpressJet Airlines 888-958-9538 http://www.xjet.com
	South Bay Helicopter The Official Helicopter Air Taxi 1-800-455-7701 (510) 259-1463 (fax) http://www.sbayhelicopter.com/
	Bernardus Lodge 1-888-648-9463 http://www.bernardus.com/ Nestled among the oaks and vineyards of scenic Carmel Valley, savor the gracious intimacy of a resort with epicurean flair.
	Hilton Garden Inn Monterey (831) 373-6141 (831) 375-2367 (fax) http://www.monterey.stayhgi.com/ The new Hilton Garden Inn Monterey sits nestled among majestic Monterey Pines and mature Live Oaks, in a dramatic and colorful garden setting. Conveniently located near California Scenic Highway 1 and less than three miles from Monterey Peninsula Airport, the hotel is just 1/2 mile from the beautiful beaches of Monterey Bay. The tastefully appointed guestrooms and suites offer a complete new decor package including the popular Garden Sleep System beds and designer bathrooms of granite and travertine. Guests of the Hilton Garden Inn Monterey will also enjoy a private outdoor balcony, high definition flat-screen television, in-room refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker, and an oversized work space complete with the ergonomic Herman Miller "Mirra" desk chair.
	Hyatt Regency Monterey 1-800-233-1234 http://monterey.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/ Situated on 22 prime wooded acres at the heart of the Monterey Peninsula and adjacent to Pebble Beach Company's Del Monte Golf Course, Hyatt Regency Monterey offers guests upscale surroundings and the luxury of perfectly secluded setting. Closest hotel partner to the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.
	The Inns of Monterey 1-800-232-4141 http://www.innsofmonterey.com/ The Inns of Monterey offer a pit stop for every race fan. Centrally located, hotel guests can cruise the bars and restaurants of Cannery Row and old Monterey, ride bikes down the coast or kayak the bay. Adjacent to old Monterey, the Spanish-style Hotel Pacific is just steps from the city’s historic adobes and the Path of History. The oceanfront, contemporary Monterey Bay Inn is located on the Bay, and over looks one of the world’s richest marine regions. Sleekly designed, the Inn marks the entrance to Cannery Row. The romantic, oceanfront Spindrift Inn is located in the heart of Cannery Row. The Victorian Inn is a perfect home-away-from-home for vacationing families. Many guest rooms include fireplaces, private patios and balconies, honor bars and more. Each offers a wealth of amenities from internet access to complimentary continental breakfast. Race to authentic Monterey at the Inns of Monterey!
	Gardiner's Resort 1-800-453-6225 http://www.gardiners-resort.com/ Gardiner’s Resort, proud partner of Mazda Raceway – Laguna Seca, is conveniently located a short distance from the Racetrack and nestled among 25 tranquil wooded acres surrounded by the Santa Lucia Mountains. World renowned for its upscale atmosphere, first-class lodging, superb cuisine, outstanding personal service and warm hospitality, Gardiner’s Resort has a proud legacy of attracting past Presidents, celebrity clientele, sport icons and corporate leaders. They are delighted to welcome you for a memorable experience among a setting of botanical mastery. Gardiner’s Resort – Your Ultimate Destination!
	Monterey Marriott (831) 649-4234 http://www.marriott.com/mryca In the heart of a historic downtown on Monterey Bay and surrounded by the attractions of the spectacular Monterey Peninsula.
	Intercontinental The Clement Monterey 831-375-4500 831-375-4501 (fax) Overlooking Monterey Bay, next door to the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium and in the heart of historic Cannery Row, InterContinental The Clement Monterey is the first new full-service waterfront luxury hotel to open in Monterey in over twenty years. Offering magnificent panoramic coastal views, elegant interior décor, and the sights and sounds of the sea, the hotel features 208 guestrooms, ocean view dining, and a host of services and amenities for guests of all ages. InterContinental The Clement Monterey is slated to open in May of 2008.
	Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 1-800-334-3999 http://www.montereyplazahotel.com Dramatically perched over the Monterey Bay, this world-class resort offers the perfect vantage point to enjoy the gentle sounds of the surf, fresh scent of sea air and the sight of otters at play.
	Quail Lodge (831) 624-2888 (831) 624-3726 (fax) http://www.quaillodge.com/ Enjoy the grand transformation of a Carmel Valley legend. Escape to the beautifully renovated Quail Lodge. Luxurious guest rooms graced by spectacular vistas. Great blue herons soaring over meadows and lakes. Championship golf and a leisurely, pampering spa. A resort unlike any other in Carmel... or anywhere else.
	Martine Inn 1-800-852-5588 (831) 373-3388 http://www.martineinn.com/ A bed and breakfast boutique hotel overlooking the Monterey Bay - world famous for enchanting rooms, stunning view and memorable service. "One of America's top 12 B&Bs" Country Inn Magazine
	Los Laureles Lodge 1-800-533-4404 (831) 659-2233 http://www.loslaureles.com/ This historic Carmel Valley Country Inn sits upon ten acres of lush gardens with a restaurant and saloon on site. On Fridays and Saturdays there's live entertainment in the bar - a great way to relax after race days or club events. Rates include a continental breakfast. The Lodge is just 8 minutes from Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. Trailer parking available.
	California Vacation Center Reservations 1-800-466-6283 http://www.stayinmonterey.com/ Free, Expert local knowledge and access to over 200 properties.
	Monterey Peninsula Reservations 1-888-655-3424 (831) 655-3487 (831) 655-3488 (fax) http://www.montereyvisitorsguide.com/ Free, local reservations service representing over 140 local hotels.
	Resort 2 Me 1-800-757-5646 http://www.resort2me.com/ Lodging Reservations
	Captain's Inn at Moss Landing (831) 633-5550 http://www.captainsinn.com/ Enjoy wonderful waterfront views from the inn. View all sorts of wildlife including birds and harbor seals. Walk quiet beaches, relax and enjoy plush quality beds and pillows, luxuriate with massage and deep soaking tubs, and eat a generous breakfast including warm from the oven baked goodies.
	Lone Oak Lodge 1-800-283-5663 http://www.loneoaklodge.com Voted Monterey Peninsula Travel Planner Best Value, the Lone Oak Lodge is a great place to stay. Guests of the Lone Oak Lodge are within minutes of the race track. Our suites feature a fireplace, hot tub and steam bath. You will find internet specials at www.loneoaklodge.com
Restaurants
	Montrio Bistro (831) 648-8880 http://www.montrio.com/ Take the influences of the best European and American cuisine, add a delightfully updated, historical Monterey firehouse, combine the two with great service, and you have Esquire's "Restaurant of the Year" for 1995. Montrio features high ceilings and an open kitchen that provide a dramatic backdrop for its taste-tempting dishes and award-winning wine list. Consistently voted Best Restaurant in Monterey by locals, Montrio features sustainable seafood, organic produce and prime meats expressed in innovative, flavorful dishes that never fail to satisfy.
	Rio Grill (831) 625-5436 http://www.riogrill.com/ This high-energy restaurant blends the freshest local ingredients with Southwestern flavors to take California cuisine to an entirely new level. Rio Grill has won numerous readers' choice awards and inspired food critics all over the country to sing its praises. One of the best-loved restaurants on the central coast for nearly 25 years, Rio is a great place to meet friends, enjoy a meal with family, sample from an award-winning wine list and be pampered by only the best service.
	Tarpy's Roadhouse Restaurant (831) 647-1444 http://www.tarpys.com/ Set in the rolling hills of Monterey on five lushly landscaped acres and housed in an historic 1917 stone homestead, Tarpy's offers unique architectural charm with seven private and semi-private dining rooms and two stunning courtyards. Tarpy's is creative country cuisine like you've never seen it before, including prime steaks, wild game, grilled seafood, unique vegetarian entrees, delectable hors d'oeuvres and housemade desserts. Tarpy's also offers full-service, off-site catering.
	Willy's Smokehouse and All American Grill (831) 372-8880 http://www.willysmoke.com/ Willy's Smokehouse is a hoppin' neighborhood barbecue restaurant and grill with a large selection of smoked entrees, fun Southern classics, fresh seafood and produce, outstanding desserts and a fun kids menu. Located in a beautifully renovated landmark building, Willy's features a spacious full bar and lounge, an outdoor patio, comfortable booths and lots of space for parties of any size. This Cannery Row restaurant is also wonderfully family-friendly and within walking distance to the Aquarium.