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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Carmel Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Carmel. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Monterey State Beach, San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater, and Asilomar State Beach.
You might want to practice your swing at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course, a golf course located 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from central Carmel. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch is also nearby.
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Carmel Plaza in Golden Rectangle. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. Splash some more cash at The Doud Arcade.
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Carmel Mission Basilica during your trip to Carmel. Stroll along the area's pebble beaches, or simply savor its seafood restaurants.
You can find out about the history of Carmel with a visit to Bixby Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Meander along Ocean Avenue, browsing art galleries and boutiques nestled in quaint cottages with fairytale-like charm. Picnic on the white sands of Carmel Beach, watching surfers catch waves as the sun sets over cypress-dotted cliffs.
Just go walk and explore! Hidden courtyards and alleys with galleries and shops. Wide range of restaurants. Must visit the Cheese Shop, with over 200 cheeses from around the world. Dametra for great Mediterranean food, and middle eastern music!
Stephen
10.0/10
Excellent
Carmel is beautiful, but very expensive. You can tell it is a well taken care of town, but stores and restaurants close early, or are not open at all during the week. Very cute to just walk around and admire the houses, and the beach is lovely.
Maria
10.0/10
Excellent
Carmel is such a beautiful town with so many options. The restaurants are excellent and there's food in all price ranges. This town is so walkable and there's so many shops and the beach is amazing. The sunsets here are like none other.
Michelle
10.0/10
Excellent
Carmel is a beautiful safe place to stay. The beach was within a short walk, although down a steep hill. The beach is pretty clean and the shops nearby are very cute and have lots of cool things in them.
Alyssa
10.0/10
Excellent
Carmel has a little bit of everything from fine art galleries, clothing, chocolate, candy, bakeries and even the traditional beach type kitchy shops! And they have food for everyone!
Cindy
10.0/10
Excellent
Online research made choosing restaurants in advance prove accurate. Restaurant and shop staff members treated us like friends. Carmel ocean views are enchanting.
Deborah
10.0/10
Excellent
Carmel is beautiful, quiet, peaceful, and there is just enough to do. Great restaurants and shopping, and a quick trip to Monterey and Big Sur.
Laura
10.0/10
Excellent
Carmel is such a beautiful location. Clean, safe, very dog friendly. Tons of shopping and eating and of course a beautiful beach!
Amanda
10.0/10
Excellent
Carmel is a wonderful town with lots of dining options, a wide variety of shopping, bars and a range of beautiful galleries.
Mellea
8.0/10
Good
A beautiful charming town with lots of shipping and dining options. And also of course is the ocean and the beach!
"Our room was large and comfortable. On- site parking was a plus. Breakfast was adequate but not great. The place was very clean and the grounds were well maintained. "
"La Playa's location is great--close to the beach and can walk to Carmel's shopping area. The hotel's garden/outdoor area is gorgeous and the breakfast is fantastic!"
"The property was war, inviting and so beautiful with its flowers and exquisite care for the buildings and gardens. It was a spotless comfortable room, gracious host at breakfast and friendly and attentive front desk. I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to be in the center of the adorable downtown of Carmel."
If you need the flexibility to change your plans to Carmel, most hotels offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where should I stay in Carmel if I'm looking for a budget-friendly accommodation?
Carmel Bay View Inn is an accommodation you might want to consider that'll save you money.
Where can I stay in Carmel if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 287 vacation homes. In addition, there are 33 apartments and 20 condos.
What will the weather in Carmel be like during my vacation?
The warmest months in Carmel are usually September and August with an average temp of 61°F. February and March are the chilliest months when the average temp is 52°F. The rainiest months are January and December.
Why should I book my Carmel hotel through Hotels.com?
There are plenty of reasons to book your Carmel travel with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels gives you the flexibility you're looking for, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™* on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.
Find out more about Carmel
Find out more about Carmel
Carmel is a scenic place known for its seaside. Hunt for sand dollars at Carmel Beach and Monastery Beach. Popular sights in the surrounding area include Monterey Bay Aquarium.
