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Carmel Garden Inn

4th Street and Torres Street, Carmel, CA 93921, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 719 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.7
Excellent
719 reviews

Spotless room, a comfortable bed, and a lovely fireplace! The breakfast was exceptional!

Thomas Germany

The room with a real wood fireplace was amazing. The staff was the best and the breakfast and wine and cheese were very good as well. When you couple that with the location and all the outdoor garden patios, it was my favorite stay on my highway one trip.

Angela United States of America

Great location like the wine and cheese in the afternoon and the breakfast in the morning

Loretta United States of America

The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, unlike some at other higher priced Inns in Carmel where we have encountered snooty attitudes! We didn't know that there was a wine and snack hour and got there too late for it, but the host poured us wine anyway and gave us some nibbles. AND, the breakfast the next morning was Fabulous which was very nice considering that some of the other higher priced Inns have stopped serving breakfast. We guess it started during the Pandemic, but now they are opting to keep it that way and save the money?

Michael United States of America

Walking up and seeing the pride, and Ukrainian flags told my husband and myself that we were in the right place. The innkeeper was friendly and very helpful. The room was adorable with a private patio. I was happily surprised to see the kitchenette and fireplace. The room is not modern - but in a good way. It feels like 1950-1960 Carmel. Very charming.

Childs United States of America

I did not use breakfast, but the location is very good and near to everything, the king bedroom is very good and very nice, and so so beautiful

Ali Iran

We loved our room with little patio/garden outside. Breakfast was delicious!

Edyta United States of America

It was pretty quiet even though they seemed to be full. The grounds have a lot of flowers and succulents which I like. Very quaint and the staff and breakfast were excellent.

Marcy United States of America

Loved this property! So charming. Was thrilled with the wood fireplace in rooms. Everyone was kind.

Mckall United States of America

Everything was great, we found the hotel quickly, free parking, polite staff. Amazing room and nice smell, delicious breakfast! All you need :)

Viktoriia United States of America
8.7
Excellent
719 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Spotless room, a comfortable bed, and a lovely fireplace! The breakfast was exceptional!”
    Thomas Thomas Germany Germany
  • “The room with a real wood fireplace was amazing. The staff was the best and the breakfast and wine and cheese were very good as well.”
    Angela Angela United States of America United States of America
  • “Great location like the wine and cheese in the afternoon and the breakfast in the morning”
    Loretta Loretta United States of America United States of America
  • “The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, unlike some at other higher priced Inns in Carmel where we have encountered snooty attitudes!”
    Michael Michael United States of America United States of America
  • “Walking up and seeing the pride, and Ukrainian flags told my husband and myself that we were in the right place. The innkeeper was friendly and very helpful. The room was adorable with a private...”
    Childs Childs United States of America United States of America
  • “I did not use breakfast, but the location is very good and near to everything, the king bedroom is very good and very nice, and so so beautiful”
    Ali Ali Iran Iran
  • “We loved our room with little patio/garden outside. Breakfast was delicious!”
    Edyta Edyta United States of America United States of America
  • “It was pretty quiet even though they seemed to be full. The grounds have a lot of flowers and succulents which I like. Very quaint and the staff and breakfast were excellent.”
    Marcy Marcy United States of America United States of America
  • “Loved this property! So charming. Was thrilled with the wood fireplace in rooms. Everyone was kind.”
    Mckall Mckall United States of America United States of America
  • “Everything was great, we found the hotel quickly, free parking, polite staff. Amazing room and nice smell, delicious breakfast! All you need :)”
    Viktoriia Viktoriia United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff 9.5
  • Facilities8.6
  • Cleanliness9.2
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money 8.4
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi8.3
High score for Carmel
8.7
Excellent
719 reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Carmel
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Located in scenic Carmel, this B&B features rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi and a wood-burning fireplace. Pebble Beach is 1.9 mi away. Free guest parking is available.

A flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player are provided in each guest room at Carmel Garden Inn. A refrigerator is also included in each room. Private bathrooms come equipped with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Select rooms have a garden view.

This pet-friendly B&B is 2.5 mi from Point Lobos State Reserve and 1.1 mi from Carmel Mission. San Jose International Airport is 56 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Carmel, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Carmel Garden Inn has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Apr 5, 2014

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Most popular amenities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Carmel, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
2 queen beds
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Carmel
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Thomas
    GermanyGermany
    “Spotless room, a comfortable bed, and a lovely fireplace! The breakfast was exceptional!”
  • Angela
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The room with a real wood fireplace was amazing. The staff was the best and the breakfast and wine and cheese were very good as well. When you couple that with the location and all the outdoor garden patios, it was my favorite stay on my highway...”
  • Loretta
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Great location like the wine and cheese in the afternoon and the breakfast in the morning”
  • M
    Michael
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, unlike some at other higher priced Inns in Carmel where we have encountered snooty attitudes! We didn't know that there was a wine and snack hour and got there too late for it, but the host poured us...”
  • Childs
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Walking up and seeing the pride, and Ukrainian flags told my husband and myself that we were in the right place. The innkeeper was friendly and very helpful. The room was adorable with a private patio. I was happily surprised to see the...”
  • Ali
    IranIran
    “I did not use breakfast, but the location is very good and near to everything, the king bedroom is very good and very nice, and so so beautiful”
  • Edyta
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We loved our room with little patio/garden outside. Breakfast was delicious!”
  • Marcy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “It was pretty quiet even though they seemed to be full. The grounds have a lot of flowers and succulents which I like. Very quaint and the staff and breakfast were excellent.”
  • Mckall
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Loved this property! So charming. Was thrilled with the wood fireplace in rooms. Everyone was kind.”
  • Viktoriia
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Everything was great, we found the hotel quickly, free parking, polite staff. Amazing room and nice smell, delicious breakfast! All you need :)”
Property questions and answers
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  • Is this room on the ground floor?
    Yes
    Answered on 17 December 2019
  • I have a small 10 pound registered well behaved dog. Will it be a problem if we book the King suite and is the king suite on the ground floor?
    The King Suite is pet friendly. $25/night for one dog and $40 for two dogs. The property is single level with steps up to the King Suite rooms.
    Answered on 12 June 2020
  • Is there a pet fee?
    Yes, $25/night for one dog and $40/night for two. We only allow dogs on the property. I hope this helps!
    Answered on 10 August 2020
  • Are you still providing breakfast service?
    We are doing breakfast and it is delivered to the room as no guests are currently allowed in the lobby.
    Answered on 3 November 2020
  • Do you have a wt limit on dogs?
    No, we do not have weight limit for dogs in the patio rooms.
    Answered on 4 July 2021
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Managed by Curtis

Company review score: 9.5Based on 707 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

In 1966, I bought my first motel. In 1976, I became a real estate broker specialing in selling hotels, motels and Inns in Central California. Since then I have owned and operated 17 Inns (15 in the Monterey Peninsula) and sold more than 250. My friends ask "Julian. You have plenty of money. Why not enjoy life and retire." I tell them I am enjoying life as never before by being here at our Inn, surrounded by the love and appreciation of our staff and our guests. I am 71 now. The Carmel Garden Inn is not only the best Inn I have ever owned, but the staff is the best I have ever been privileged with whom to work. Most of all, our guests are the finest I have ever known. I have often said the more one gives, the more one gets. Susan, Mary, Betty, Dennis, Curtis and I give every day... and get every day. What a wonderful way to live.

Property info

When we bought our Inn in March 2013, we made several important decisions. 1. Keep all ten wood burning fireplaces in our ten rooms. 2. Purchase the finest beds, bedding/linens available. 3. Install an on site laundry to insure the best quality preservation of the bedding/linens. 4. Create really special gardens/sitting areas. 5. Fill the gardens with hundreds of special plants, each labeled with its own name plate. 5. Make all food prepared in our kitchen from scratch using special recipes and carefully selected ingredients. 6.Create a bistro dining area for our breakfasts and have a daily wine party...not just ok wine, cheese...fine wine from the Sonoma Valley, good cheese, home made garlic beet hummus, smoked salmon spread, galic bean dip, home made lemon bars and short bread cookies with rosemary from our garden. 7. Hire mature staff, well versed in travel with excellent cookings skills, world traveled, high quality individuals who understand and appreciate making staying at our Inn an "experiecnce" for our guests, not just a place to stay and sleep. Our reviews reflect the success of our efforts. We welcome you to join us in the fun and joy of being in Carmel.

Language Spoken

English
Area info *
Amenities of Carmel Garden Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6
Most popular amenities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Express check-in/out
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Carmel Garden Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Carmel Garden Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

    The fine print

    Cancelations received within 30 days and prior to 3 days from arrival are subject to a USD 25 cancelation fee. Cancelations received within 3 days of arrival are charged the first night’s stay.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    FAQs about Carmel Garden Inn

    • The prices at Carmel Garden Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Carmel Garden Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Happy hour
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Walking tours

    • Room options at Carmel Garden Inn include:

      • Suite
      • Double

    • Carmel Garden Inn is 1,500 feet from the center of Carmel.

    • Check-in at Carmel Garden Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at Carmel Garden Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • American