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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.

C
Chantelle
From
United Kingdom
I loved this quaint hotel which has so much style and character. It has an excellent bar and serves a great breakfast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 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.

F
Frank
From
Germany
Very cozy, super clean and comfortable. In the middle of a beautiful town.
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.

C
ChengEn
From
China
Nice place , good service , my second time to stay here , awesome experience
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,388 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.

S
Sumitra
From
Malaysia
It was a great stop for us as we were otw from Napa Valley heading towards Malibu. We had a good rest and we enjoyed Carmel town and it's beautiful eateries and stores. Everything we needed was nearby eg gas station and eateries
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,565 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.

R
Rick
From
United States
Delightful. Front office staff was knowledgeable and pleasant. We enjoyed complimentary wine, cheese and fruit in front of the outdoor fireplace. The room was warmed by a fireplace and the soft warm robes were a treat. A basket filled with breakfast items was plentiful. The bed was very comfortable. Highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 448 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.

R
Rogerio
From
Brazil
Very cozy hotel, in the great location, close from the main street and the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 892 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...

K
Komal
From
India
It’s a cute charming place in Carmel and the breakfast, the host - Geeta and the overall location was adorable, will def come back to stay for longer
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 835 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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$279
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.

T
Thangavel
From
Australia
The included meals. A lovely touch having evening complimentary canapés and drinks with local vendors. Great location and beautiful design
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Price from
US$340
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, 1,388 reviews
    From US$292.45 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,536 reviews
    From US$124.65 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,110 reviews
    From US$173.33 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
    From US$559.16 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
    From US$356.25 per night
  • Free parking
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 689 reviews
    From US$187.50 per night
  • Parking on site
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews
    From US$274.72 per night
  • Parking on site
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 646 reviews
    From US$226.57 per night
  • Parking on site
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 795 reviews
    From US$236.94 per night
  • Parking on site
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews
    From US$248.47 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 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 833 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    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, 402 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,565 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Carmel

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,388 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, 257 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$214.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 402 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$439.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 603 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.

    From US$478.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 310 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$171.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Situated in Carmel and with Carmel Beach reachable within 400 metres, Lobos Lodge features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    From US$376.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 361 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$282.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 147 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 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 180 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.

    From US$506.60 per night

Budget hotels in Carmel and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 333 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 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ drive from Monterey State Beach, Carmel Hill Lodge offers free parking. All rooms include free WiFi. Cannery Row and Fisherman's Wharf are 4.8 km away.

    From US$79.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,009 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, 2,773 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$81.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,386 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$96.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,031 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$99.10 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 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 430 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$82.92 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Carmel

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 636 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, 249 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 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 67 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 8.4
    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$181.63 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$303.52 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews

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

    From US$224.36 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
  • Adobe Inn

    Hotel in Carmel
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews

    A short walk from Carmel City Beach Park, the Adobe Inn offers a heated year-round outdoor pool as well as a dry sauna. All luxurious guest accommodations include free WiFi.

    From US$347.76 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$224.36 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews
    It was very close to town and we really enjoyed that it was an indepentently owned hotel. The room was spacious and there was a little cute courtyard with a table (it seemed it was primarily for use for the rooms directly off the courtyard, but we sat there anyway!). The fireplace warmed the place right up. It also made a big difference traveling as a family to have 1.5 bathrooms in our room. The hotel itself is a great value for the Carmel area. We would stay there again.
    Guest review by
    Lysa
    United States
  • From US$190.28 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews
    Considering how expensive Carmel is, I thought this was a great value place. The bed was really comfy, water pressure was great too. Best part was that the room had a smart TV with Hulu included too! The hotel owners were very kind and friendly, making it extra special for us on our post engagement trip. Breakfast was fresh cooked for us too! Also was walking distance to good restaurants - would recommend Jeju and Edwin’s in Carmel!
    Guest review by
    shalaka
    United States
  • From US$218.59 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,565 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$478.87 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews
    This was the most comfortable, romantic and elegant hotel we could have wished for. It was our 10th anniversary and so lovely to snuggle up in the light of the fire after we’d been out for our celebratory dinner to Pocket in Carmel. It was my favourite hotel and Carmel was my favourite place in the whole of our trip down the West coast of America.
    Guest review by
    Carole
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 570 reviews
    The hotel is close to everything you need to visit in Carmel. Rooms are small, but very comfortable.
    Guest review by
    Nicole
    Ecuador