Carmel Highlands Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Carmel Highlands
Carmel Riviera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carmel Riviera and surrounding area, you can visit China Cove and Hidden Beach.
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$399 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$399
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,751 reviews)
"We liked that the hotel was near the wharf and close to a bunch of cute shops. What we didn't like is that there was a lot of noise within the hotel and outside and the room didn't get dark enough as there was only blinds."
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$411 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$411
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,471 reviews)
"Room was comfortable and clean Ighting in bathroom was somewhat dim. Solid location. Food in the hotel restaurant was poor."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is AU$558 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$558
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,385 reviews)
"great location in Monterey, the views from the ocean side of the property is stunning."
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
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.
3772 The Waves ~ Oceanfront, Stunning Ocean Views
Carmel Highlands
Stay at this vacation home in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 17-Mile Drive and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Beautiful views and amazing wave noise, comfortable beds and brand new bathrooms. Quirky house built in the 60's(?) but everything you need for a peaceful stay. Close to Carmel and Big Sur. Check-in process was not good at all. We were not given a Gate Code so couldn't get onto the property to get ..."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Ocean & Sunset view retreat with hot tub
Carmel
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 17-Mile Drive and Point Lobos ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
"Perfect location for us; being up out of the hustle and bustle and surrounded by nature. Everything you could need is provided and Karin is right next door should you need her."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
3794 Forever Views II - Expansive Ocean Views
Carmel
Stay at this vacation home in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 17-Mile Drive and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"We loved the Ocean views, it was a beautiful place the rooms were clean the beds were comfortable, close to restaurants, stores, wished we could have stayed longer."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
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.
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Popular places to visit
Carmel Beach
4.5/5(23 reviews)
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Mission Basilica
5/5(1 review)
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.
Bixby Bridge
4.5/5(12 reviews)
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.
Monastery Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Activities
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
AU$114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
AU$107
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
AU$99
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
AU$30
per traveller
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
AU$35
per adult
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
AU$145
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- Cannery Row
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Carmel Beach
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Asilomar State Beach
- Del Monte Beach
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Big Sur Station
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
