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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.

Rooms were lovely. Very convenient to highway and restaurants.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
1,953 reviews
Price from£154.62per night
Hofsas House Hotel, hotel in Carmel

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

center of the city. big room. clean.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,579 reviews
Price from£171.26per night
Carmel Bay View Inn, hotel in Carmel

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.

It was very clean and the people that work there were so nice
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
1,181 reviews
Price from£168.12per night
Pine Inn - Carmel, hotel in Carmel

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...

Great location near everything. Friendly staff. Excellent restaurant in the hotel. Would definitely recommend.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
1,153 reviews
Price from£173.96per night
Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn, hotel in Carmel

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

The room looked good and was clean. Seemed to be updated
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
423 reviews
Price from£102.53per night
La Playa Hotel, hotel in Carmel

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

Excellent location, beautiful property, great outdoor terrace and bar.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
241 reviews
Price from£278.02per night
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.

location
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
109 reviews
Price from£253.40per night
Stilwell Hotel, hotel in Carmel

Stilwell Hotel set amid upscale shopping and dining in the city center, is less than 0.6 mi from Carmel Beach. Free WiFi and a daily continental breakfast are included.

The attention to detail, excellent staff, perfect location, and cleanliness was top notch.
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
113 reviews
Price from£363.81per night
Carmel Beach Hotel, hotel in Carmel

Located in Carmel, a few steps from Carmel Beach, Carmel Beach Hotel provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Everyone was accommodating and helpful loved everyrhing about our stay
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
43 reviews
Price from£357.45per night
Villa Mara Carmel, hotel in Carmel

Located in Carmel, a few steps from Carmel Beach, Villa Mara Carmel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Cake every night when we got home! Terrific breakfast. Kind staff - went above and beyond to help us with dinner plans. Free bikes also huge perk!
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
46 reviews
Price from£578.44per night
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  • Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 524 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.

    Great vibe as always in Carmel..Clean room positive feeling ..

  • Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 266 reviews

    Located in Carmel and with Carmel Beach reachable within a 12-minute walk, Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    Beautiful room - loved happy hour with wine and cheese

  • L'Auberge Carmel, Relais & Chateaux
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 192 reviews

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

    Beautiful historical buildings with all the modern amenities.

  • Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 423 reviews

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

    The room looked good and was clean. Seemed to be updated

  • Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 277 reviews

    Located in downtown Carmel, Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge is within 0.9 mi of California's coastline and Pebble Beach Golf Links.

    The staff were friendly and very close to city walk

  • Lobos Lodge
    Breakfast options

    Lobos Lodge is located in Carmel, 2.2 mi from Point Lobos State Reserve. The property is located 984 feet from Carmel Plaza, 0.9 mi from Carmel Mission and a 5-minute walk from Carmel Beach Access.

Great access to the city center! Check these 5-star hotels in Carmel

  • Tradewinds Carmel
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 436 reviews

    This boutique hotel in Carmel is less than two blocks away from unique shopping, galleries and fine dining and Ocean Avenue, the main street, is just 3 blocks away.

    I loved the cleanliness and breakfast was on point!

  • Tally Ho Inn
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 108 reviews

    Boasting panoramic ocean views, this California hotel is in walking distance of 12 wine tasting rooms. Carmel’s sandy white beaches are 4 blocks away. All elegant rooms include free Wi-Fi.

    It was ok. Prefer to be served at a table. Food was just ok.

  • Carmel Fireplace Inn
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 985 reviews

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

    Great location, clean & quiet. Loved the fireplace.

  • Pine Inn - Carmel
    Central location
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,153 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...

    very tastefully decorated and very comfortable bed!

  • Stilwell Hotel
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 113 reviews

    Stilwell Hotel set amid upscale shopping and dining in the city center, is less than 0.6 mi from Carmel Beach. Free WiFi and a daily continental breakfast are included.

    Location is exceptional. Staff is friendly and helpful.

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What Guests Said About Carmel:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    This is our third time coming to Carmel, and if I win the...

    This is our third time coming to Carmel, and if I win the lotto, I will buy here. It is like nothing else you can experience on the West Coast. There are so many shops, wine tasting, hundreds of wonderful restaurants, and, did I say shopping? We coordinated this trip with a concert at the Sun Set Center. If you can attend a concert there, you will not be let down. It was amazing and within walking distance.
    Jennifer
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Carmel is a wonderful place to visit, we were lucky that the...

    Carmel is a wonderful place to visit, we were lucky that the weather was so GOOD. The town has many great shops, restaurants and art galleries. It is a wonderful pace to celebrate a special occasion and there is Pebble Beach and the 17 mile drive!!
    A
    Anonymous
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Carmel is a cute, charming seaside town with plenty of...

    Carmel is a cute, charming seaside town with plenty of shopping and restaurants. Mostly all parking is on-street parallel parking. The Adobe Inn, where we stayed, is located within a block of all the restaurants and shops and even has its own parking garage located below the Inn. At night the town pretty much clears out after 9 or 10, but walking back to the Inn felt safe. The town is also a great base if you are planning on visiting Monterey, 17 Mile Drive, or Big Sur.
    Marietta
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Carmel is the jewel in the PCH crown.

    Carmel is the jewel in the PCH crown. A beautiful spot with its own personality. The cutest shops, amazing food and outstanding beaches. Super close to Big Sur and also the 17 Mile Drive - make sure you visit Peeble Beach Golf Club!
    julie
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The morning and afternoon is the best time to spend it in...

    The morning and afternoon is the best time to spend it in Carmel. During night time it’s not lit up as you think it would be. But during the day it’s absolutely amazing. All the shops, cafes, restaurants. The walking. Everything is near by. The beach to the town is like 10 min walk. We stayed for 3 nights and 4 days
    A
    Anonymous
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Although a little crowded before Christmas, we loved Carmel.

    Although a little crowded before Christmas, we loved Carmel. A lot of good restaurants to eat, not cheap, but a long list of great places. Friendly people. Great beach and other beaches near by. You can visit Monterey, close by.
    Inna Glazman
    United States of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Carmel

  • Avg. price/night: £231.76
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 538 reviews
    Excellent location, service and value. Place was clean, perfect temperature, and we even had an ocean view something that wasn't expected. Also the staff was the some of the best staff I've ever had at a hotel, super friendly and helpful. As someone that's stayed many times in Carmel this was by far the best inn we've stayed at and will definitely stay here again as the location, value, cleanliness, and quietness is worth it.
    ANDRE
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £236.95
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 436 reviews
    Excellent location, with the town of Carmel less than a 10-minute walk and the beach just a little over 20 minutes on foot. The outdoor communal area at the hotel was a nice touch and we enjoyed relaxing there in the evening after wandering around the town, with comfortable seating, and fires to keep us warm when the temperature dropped off.
    Richard
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £259.69
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 365 reviews
    Room was very comfortable, spacious and quiet. Access to ice, tea water and a microwave was very convenient. The ground are lovely and the location was perfect! Quiet neighbourhood but only 5 minutes walk to center and beach. Very friendly and helpful staff. The price of my room (reserved well in advance) was reasonable for Carmel in July.
    Laurel
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £178.55
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 784 reviews
    Really friendly welcome with fresh baked cookies which were a nice touch.. The hotel is a really easy walk into downtown and close to the beach too, The person on reception was able to give us lots of suggestions for dinner with many restaurants offering discounts or complimentary food for hotel guests. Lots of parking spaces too.
    Sarah CB
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £190.51
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 784 reviews
    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!
    Sophia
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £295.61
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 436 reviews
    This is a lovely boutique hotel with a warm, luxurious feel. We liked the Asian theme and felt pampered just walking into the room. We were within walking distance of restaurants and the beach. Staff were friendly and in general, a great stay. Would book again!
    Daisy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £381.69
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 579 reviews
    Love the beautiful landscaping and spread out rooms. The cottage style rooms with high ceilings are wonderful. It is a relaxing quiet spot with just a 6 minute drive into downtown Carmel for shopping and walking on the beach.
    Paula
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £217.22
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,153 reviews
    The hotel's location is amazing. It's easy to walk to the beach. The hotel is Old Charm for Carmel with wonderful staff. There are so many places to eat here, but the hotel is also great. It has an amazing happy hour.
    Jennifer
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £222.32
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 849 reviews
    Carmel Garden Inn is a wonderful, clean and cosy property. Located in a tranquil zone in Carmel by the sea, I would recommend the place. Curtis, the manager of the property, is very helpful and available at all times.
    Sadiq
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £143.97
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,085 reviews
    This is an older hotel in a great location. The parking is completely lacking in terms of the price. The dog friendly room was on the 2nd floor, the stairs were very steep and difficult for our dog.
    Mary Therese
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £219.74
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,180 reviews
    Unimpressively mediocre room for a ridiculous 5 star boutique hotel prize. I come frequently to Carmel and check out new locations to stay. This place will become one of the more unpleasant memories.
    Richard
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £267.20
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 446 reviews
    I did not have the breakfast. The location was perfect close to the beach. My daughter’s first time in Carmel by the sea. She was very impressed with our stay at Normandy Inn we both were.
    Marie
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 462 reviews
    Everything! The location is spot on, parking is easy, and the staff were wonderful. The little extras that are included make this hotel have a boutique feel. We loved it.
    abby
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £258.76
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 312 reviews
    No breakfast. Cookies in afternoon delicious. Great location in Carmel by the sea Would have liked room with little area with couch and dinette area.
    R
    Rosemary
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £129.26
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 423 reviews
    Excellent town centre location. Very close to all restaurants and around a 10min walk from the beach. Carmel is a wonderful place.
    Brieg
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £193
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,579 reviews
    The hotel was clean, cozy and super proximal to restaurants and Carmel beach. The service was excellent. Accommodating to my dog.
    Elizabeth
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £229.16
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,954 reviews
    Nice hotel in Carmel, a little drive away from the main part of Carmel, room was spacious which robes, nice pool and bar area
    Danni
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £193
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,579 reviews
    lovely hotel, centrally located in beautiful Carmel; comfortable and well equipped room. check-in was friendly and efficient.
    Ellen
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £150.27
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,350 reviews
    Room was spacious, clean and fairly convenient. Carmel itself is magical with a fabulous beach and great shops.
    Jonathan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £259.69
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 365 reviews
    dog friendly, free breakfast and close to the beach and town
    Cecelia
    Family with young children

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