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La Playa Hotel

Hotel in Carmel

Just 5 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium, this luxury Carmel hotel offers a complimentary champagne brunch each morning. Guests will enjoy the outdoor pool complete with loungers.

R
Robert
From
Australia
A charming place to stay, beautiful appointments throughout.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Price from
US$394
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Mara Carmel

Hotel in Carmel

Set in Carmel, 90 metres from Carmel Beach, Villa Mara Carmel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Lisa
From
United States
The bearer bathroom floors and the heated bidet!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$1,105
1 night, 2 adults

Briarwood Inn

Hotel in Carmel

Located within 5 minutes' walk to shopping and dining locations in Carmel Village and 12 minutes' walk to Carmel Beach, this inn features guest rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen cable TVs.

K
Kim
From
Australia
A little expensive for what it was but to be expected in the area. Good facilities, great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,261 reviews
Price from
US$198
1 night, 2 adults

Hofsas House Hotel

Hotel in Carmel

Just 5-minutes’ walk from restaurants and shops in Carmel city centre, Hofsas House Hotel features a heated outdoor pool and a continental breakfast with fresh pastries.

M
Martin
From
Switzerland
Charming property. Well managed with super staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews
Price from
US$228.80
1 night, 2 adults

Carmel Mission Inn

Hotel in Carmel

In close proximity to Point Lobos State Park, and short distance to Big Sur, this hotel offers relaxing activities and exploration of the California coastline.

C
Christine
From
United States
Cleanliness and comfortable rooms. Location was good, just off 1, right next to shopping, restaurants etc.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,583 reviews
Price from
US$239
1 night, 2 adults

Horizon Inn & Ocean View Lodge

Hotel in Carmel

Located 1 mile away from Carmel Beach, this hotel features a hot tub and serves a daily continental breakfast. It offers free guest parking and rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi.

M
Mel
From
United Kingdom
It was so peaceful! The breakfast was delicious and plentiful! It was within close proximity to a wide range of restaurants!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
Price from
US$231
1 night, 2 adults

Carmel Fireplace Inn

Hotel in Carmel

Carmel Fireplace Inn features individually decorated accommodation with free Wi-Fi. Carmel Beach is less than 1 mile away.

M
Marco
From
Netherlands
Great stay, very very friendly staff, clean room, even cuter than in picture. Great central location for walking around Carmel and to the beach. Free parking.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 897 reviews
Price from
US$208.95
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Inn Carmel By the Sea

Hotel in Carmel

The Comfort Inn Carmel By the Sea offers a convenient, central location near the downtown area known as Carmel Village, featuring boutique shops, a variety of restaurants and one-of-a-kind art...

S
Sophia
From
Germany
It was a clean, new and super cozy little Hotel. The room was clean and had everything that was needed. Breakfast was okay but Carmel has a bunch of cute places to get a proper one, especially for those who are vegan. The location was close to the city center and just a 15min walk away from the beach. I would always come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 840 reviews
Price from
US$159.99
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Carmel

Hotel in Carmel

Located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel Hotel serves a daily light continental breakfast. Guests can unwind in the outdoor hot tub.

R
Ralph
From
Brazil
Charming place with great room and amenities, as well as a cordial staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$269
1 night, 2 adults

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Hotel in Carmel

Featuring free WiFi, Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave provides daily complimentary breakfast baskets delivered to guest room from 8 AM till 10 AM.

W
WAI FOONG
From
Malaysia
Very nice little hotel in the middle of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Very nicely decorated and furnished. The location is perfect - just about 10-15 mins’ drive from Monterey’s attractions. The 17-mile Drive is a short drive away as well. Less than 10 mins drive away heading south is the Point Lobos State Natural Reserve where you can do easy hikes overlooking the California coast. Parking at the hotel is very convenient as the lots are just outside the rooms. There are restaurants and markets within walking distance as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews
Price from
US$295
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with parking in Carmel

  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews
    From US$292.45 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
    From US$124.65 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,100 reviews
    From US$182.91 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
    From US$559.16 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
    From US$423.57 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 692 reviews
  • Parking on site
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
    From US$274.72 per night
  • Parking on site
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews
    From US$260.47 per night
  • Parking on site
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews
    From US$226.42 per night
  • Parking on site
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
    From US$259.77 per night

Most booked hotels in Carmel and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 897 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 922 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 840 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,583 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,261 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Carmel and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews

    Located in downtown Carmel, Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge is within 1.5 km of California's coastline and Pebble Beach Golf Links.

    From US$236.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave provides daily complimentary breakfast baskets delivered to guest room from 8 AM till 10 AM.

    From US$601.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

    Less than a 15-minute walk from Carmel Beach, this hotel is located in Carmel Village. It features free WiFi and a breakfast buffet served in the Coach room.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 315 reviews

    The Clarion Collection hotel is situated in Carmel by the Sea. Carmel Beach, Pebble Beach, Cannery Row restaurants, shops and historical sites, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and whale watching and fishing...

    From US$215.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 840 reviews

    The Comfort Inn Carmel By the Sea offers a convenient, central location near the downtown area known as Carmel Village, featuring boutique shops, a variety of restaurants and one-of-a-kind art...

    From US$262.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews

    Located less than 5 minutes’ walk to boutiques and restaurants of Carmel Plaza, Normandy Inn is less than 5 minutes’ drive from Carmel Beach.

    From US$285.06 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

    Originally built in 1929, this luxury hotel is within walking distance to the legendary Carmel Beach and offers historic old-world charm, complete with all of today's modern amenities and conveniences...

    From US$719.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

    Set in Carmel and with Carmel Beach reachable within 1 km, Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden.

Hotels located in the centre of Carmel

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    3796 The Madden Suite apts is set in Carmel, 6.8 km from Point Lobos State Reserve, 8 km from Presidio Of Monterey Museum, as well as 1.6 km from Carmel Mission.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews

    Centrally located in the village of Carmel, California, Pine Inn - Carmel provides guests with a delightful combination of elegance, charm and serenity within minutes of Carmel's beautiful sandy beach...

    From US$309.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews

    Homemade cookies are available daily at this downtown Carmel inn. Rooms feature a flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi.

    From US$348.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Located 500 metres from Carmel Beach, Tally Ho Inn offers 3-star accommodation in Carmel and features a terrace.

    From US$559.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 922 reviews

    Just 1 mile from Pebble Beach and Carmel Mission, Best Western Plus Carmel Bay View Inn is adjacent to exclusive shops and galleries. A seasonal outdoor pool is located on site.

    From US$344.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews

    Located in downtown Carmel in a walking distance to shops, art galleries and restaurants, the Candle Light Inn features free WiFi, free off-street parking and a common area with outdoor fireplace.

    From US$426.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 897 reviews

    Carmel Fireplace Inn features individually decorated accommodation with free Wi-Fi. Carmel Beach is less than 1 mile away.

    From US$236.14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

    Carmel Inn and Suites features free Wi-Fi in every room. The inn is located within 5 minutes' drive of The Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey State Beach.

    From US$190.16 per night

Budget hotels in Carmel and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

    Just 5 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium. A seasonal outdoor pool is available. Free WiFi is included in all rooms. Pebble Beach is 10 minutes’ drive away.

    From US$84.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews

    The Aura Inn Monterey is located in the Munras Avenue area of Monterey, 1.4 miles from Seaside Beach, 1.8 miles from San Carlos State Beach, and 1.6 miles from the Presidio of Monterey Museum.

    From US$107.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,771 reviews

    Located just outside of the city centre of Monterey, California, and only moments away from a number of area attractions and the waterfront, this charming hotel features comfortable accommodation in a...

    From US$83.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,395 reviews

    Ideally set in the Munras Avenue district of Monterey, Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium is located 3 km from Presidio Of Monterey Museum, 10 km from Point Lobos State Reserve...

    From US$102.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,035 reviews

    Located near the Cabrillo Highway, the Padre Oaks is 4 minutes' drive to downtown Monterey. It is also 4.8 km away form the Monterey Aquarium and the Monterey State Beach.

    From US$125.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,013 reviews

    This hotel is situated in Monterey that is located less than half a mile from Hwy 1 and just 3 miles from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. It offers free WiFi and a year-round outdoor heated pool.

    From US$103.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

    Set in Monterey, within 1.8 km of Window on the Bay Beach and 2.9 km of Presidio Of Monterey Museum, Fisherman's Cove Inn offers accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property...

    From US$93.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews

    Monterey Surf Inn offers a beautiful garden setting in the heart of Monterey, just minutes away from the Monterey Airport, Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach.

    From US$73.89 per night

FAQs about hotels in Carmel

What guests said about Carmel:

  • 10.0

    This is a beautiful upmarket town, unspoiled by high rise...

    This is a beautiful upmarket town, unspoiled by high rise buildings and bad planning decisions. This was the third time we had visited and it has never disappointed. Quaint houses and shops, clean streets and wonderful beaches. Plenty of on street parking and friendly people. A must visit if you are in Northern California, as is the 17 mile, picturesque, drive between Carmel and Monterey.
    Guest review by
    Anthony
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Very beautiful and quaint but painfully overpriced as a...

    Very beautiful and quaint but painfully overpriced as a whole. You can’t get a scoop of ice cream for less than $10. Only go if money is not an object at all. Expect to spend $50+/person for every meal.
    Guest review by
    Pranav
    United States
  • 10.0

    Very pretty location with lots of boutique shops and variety...

    Very pretty location with lots of boutique shops and variety of restaurants serving great food. Carmel beach is very beautiful but not for swimming in the sea due to the strong undercurrents. We stayed 1 night which was about right for us as we saw all we wanted to see. If travelling from Monterey, definitely do the 17 mile drive, It was stunning!
    Guest review by
    Yvonne
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    A beautiful but expensive city.

    A beautiful but expensive city. The vibe is wine tasting, jewelry, art, designer clothing and restaurants with a beach nearby. The quality is good everywhere, with some exceptional locations. If you're looking for more than shopping and dining in a quiet, beautiful area, you may want to look elsewhere.
    Guest review by
    Stephen
    United States
  • 6.0

    Carmel and the Monterey Peninsula provide one of...

    Carmel and the Monterey Peninsula provide one of California's most impressive gems. The natural beauty of the coast is unique, abundant and memorable. But be forewarned: Once upon a time, Carmel-by-the-Sea was the very picture of "rustic." That charm has morphed into what my partner has described, regarding downtown, as "an amusement park for Silicon Valley brahmins." If you don't know what that means, just be prepared for a show of excessive wealth and commerce, and bring lots of bucks.
    Guest review by
    THOMAS
    United States
  • 10.0

    Carmel is one of my favorite places to visit.

    Carmel is one of my favorite places to visit. It has many things to offer. The natural beauty of the environment is a dog-friendly environment. The beach is a beautiful place to watch the sunset, but I recommend you bring a jacket. Wonderful dining spots to get a bite to eat and then take a walk around the area to burn off the calories.
    Guest review by
    Edmond
    United States

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  • From US$601.97 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 399 reviews
    Very nice little hotel in the middle of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Very nicely decorated and furnished. The location is perfect - just about 10-15 mins’ drive from Monterey’s attractions. The 17-mile Drive is a short drive away as well. Less than 10 mins drive away heading south is the Point Lobos State Natural Reserve where you can do easy hikes overlooking the California coast. Parking at the hotel is very convenient as the lots are just outside the rooms. There are restaurants and markets within walking distance as well.
    Guest review by
    WAI FOONG
    Malaysia
  • From US$271.63 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,583 reviews
    Lovely room, super clean, breakfast best we had on holiday, pool and gym lovely and the location was amazing. All the staff were really friendly and nice. If u turn left u are in the road to big sur and there is a beach on that road with lifeguard so really great. Only a 20 min walk from Carmel by the sea town which is fab with beautiful beach and sunset. Gem of a hotel.
    Guest review by
    DAWN
    Ireland
  • From US$344.42 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 922 reviews
    Very pleasant motel-style hotel just on edge of main town area. Good room and facilities. Included breakfast was good. Handy grocery store next door. Carmel itself is a nice place to wander around, with easy access to Big Sur coast.
    Guest review by
    John
    United Kingdom
  • From US$167.88 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
    a very nice old building in the center of Carmel by the sea
    Guest review by
    Francoise
    France
  • From US$551.10 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
    Very quaint and comfortable hotel close to the beach
    Guest review by
    Nick
    Hong Kong