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Stilwell Hotel
"A beautiful modern property in the heart of Carmel by the Sea! And of course it is dog friendly! We will definitely stay here again on our next visit."
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
"Great location. Rooms are clean despite being a bit dated and everything functional. Room was large and spacious"
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
"Had a wonderful time! The place was top shelf, everything beautifully landscaped, the aromas from the various plants, could not get enough of. The cottages were amazing. The detail, cleanliness, and hospitality was well worth the drive there from the foothills. Shout out to the office manager Jacob and his staff. They were extremely knowledgeable and assisted us in navigating our way around town, well done! Definitely will be going back, appreciate you!"
Carmel Beach Hotel
"I had such a wonderful stay at Carmel Beach Hotel! I’m especially appreciative of the amazing staff—they were incredibly warm, welcoming, and attentive throughout my stay. The location is fantastic, just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the beach, which made it so easy to enjoy everything Carmel has to offer. The perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. I’d happily stay here again!"
Carmel Bay View Inn
"Very good service"
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
"Nice facilities with free parking for one vehicle per unit. The 15 minute walk to the downtown area keeps you out of the crowds which I really like."
Carmel Resort Inn
"We had a great time here! Property was super cute, we love the cabin vibes. Management was very helpful and accommodating to our request for early AND late checkout, we were very appreciative of that as we were in town for the race that weekend. We will be back!"
Pine Inn
"We plan to return to the Pine Inn at a future date. The old world charm and being so close to shops and dining was what attracted us to the Pine Inn."
Carmel Inn And Suites
"Nice staff. Clean. Consistent early housekeeping. Pool not operative—apparently under repair messy. Nice place"
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Accommodation in Carmel
Known for being walkable and family-friendly, the Carmel neighbourhood offers many convenient options for restaurants and cafés. The neighbourhood's friendly people and natural features are just a couple of its charming qualities. The sea and beaches showcase the area's natural beauty. Carmel has hotels to suit everyone's tastes, and makes a great home base for exploring the sights in and around Carmel.
Sightseeing around Carmel
The local aquarium will impress, as will other attractions. Sights like Golden Bough Playhouse, Sunset Center, and Forest Theater Guild offer insight into the local culture. Carmel Mission Basilica, Tor House, and Larkin House are some local landmarks. Hours of family fun are waiting at MY Museum Monterey County Youth Museum, Dennis the Menace Park, and Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum.
Golfing, shopping, and diving are a few popular activities in the area. Dip your toes in the water and soak up the sun at Carmel Beach, Carmel City Beach, and Carmel River State Beach. You can spend a leisurely afternoon outside at Lone Cypress Pine, Don Dahvee Park, or Point Lobos State Reserve. Looking for a little retail therapy? Consider a shopping trip to Carmel Plaza, The Barnyard, and Del Monte Shopping Center. If you've got some more time, you won't be disappointed by Galante Vineyards, Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room, and Wrath Winery.
A few of the most popular sights in the area include Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and California State University Monterey Bay. Cherry Center for the Arts, Smallsea, A Metropolis in Miniature, and Pebble Beach Golf Links are other top spots to see.
Getting around Carmel
Learn about your options for water transportation at the marina.
The closest major airport is Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), located 7.8 km (4.8 miles) from Carmel.