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Next weekend
24 July - 26 July
In two weeks
31 July - 2 Aug
In one month
14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two months
11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Carmel motels

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Such a cozy stay! We only stayed one night but everything from the front desk to the room, to the vibes were just amazing! Definitely will be coming back for the little cottages that were scattered throughout the property!"
United States
Chris
The price is AU$475
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Lobby

Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"I really like this hotel friendly clean and reasonable and love the vintage feel"
United States
Novella
The price is AU$325
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Carmel Inn And Suites
Interior entrance

Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The parking was super convinient, clean roomm."
United States
Alma
The price is AU$312
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Carmel Resort Inn
Property entrance

Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (290 reviews)
"My 2nd time at this hotel. Love the private patios. Great location. Would definitely come back."
United States
Martine
The price is AU$379
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Contenta Inn
Front of property

Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"Good price, clean, very helpful staff.Location was easy ride to Monterey Aquarium & Cannery Row."
United States
Randy
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Old Marina Inn
Beach nearby

Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Vyacheslav
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
Deer Haven Inn
Reception

Sealamp Inn

Sealamp Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great value, clean and full of amenities!"
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
Sealamp Inn
Property grounds

Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place with a basic kitchenette"
United States
Alane
The price is AU$284
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Bide-A-Wee Inn
Property entrance

Monterey Oceanside Inn

Monterey Oceanside Inn
2.0 star property
Villa Del Monte
6.2 out of 10, (896 reviews)
"It had everything you needed to have a place to sleep. It wasn’t 5 star but I didn’t pay 5 star prices. Great value for the area as it was convenient to everything we wanted to do. Loves the beautiful vines everywhere. When in the area, I would stay here again."
United States
Nikki
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Monterey Oceanside Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pacific Best Inn

Pacific Best Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Simple, Clean, friendly and much more competitively priced than other hotels nearby."
United States
Nancy
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Pacific Best Inn
Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was pleasant and it is within close proximity to everything."
United States
Lollita
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pelican Inn Monterey
Interior entrance

Laguna Lodge

Laguna Lodge
2.0 star property
Marina
7.4 out of 10, Good, (211 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the price"
United States
Justin
The price is AU$233
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Laguna Lodge
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Fisherman's Cove Inn

Fisherman's Cove Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (197 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable stay."
United States
Griselda
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Fisherman's Cove Inn
Front of property

Discovery Inn

Discovery Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (378 reviews)
"Beautiful little inn!"
United States
Yvonne
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Discovery Inn
Exterior

Western Motel

Western Motel
2.0 star property
Sunset
6.8 out of 10, (159 reviews)
"Good stay and clean and quiet."
United States
Paul
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Western Motel
Garden view

Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean and in a quiet area , parking was a little tight but otherwise great place to stay while sight seeing"
Canada
Shane
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Padre Oaks
Exterior

Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,269 reviews)
"It was a good location for my stay. Staff was kind, and even got me checked in even though my flight was 4 hours late, and I arrived in the middle of the night. Bed, and pillows were extremely comfortable."
United States
Kevin
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Monterey Surf Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Monterey

Vagabond Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,020 reviews)
"AC works well. Room is good size. But for the price we paid it was a bit much. This is good for a 100ish night rate."
United States
Rohan
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Vagabond Inn Monterey
Reception

Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location for travelling with kids. Steps from the beach and a short walk to Dennis the mennis park. Staff was excellent, this is a great affordable option for the area"
Canada
Morgan
The price is AU$300
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Monterey Bay Lodge
Reception

Economy Inn Monterey

Economy Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
Seaside
4.0 out of 10, (385 reviews)
"The room was clean but the place needs some improvement. Bathroom is old, faucets needs replacement and the airconditioning need some cleaning as the smell coming out is nasty. There was no access for charging close to the bed. We just slept for few hours and check out early."
United States
Mayaflor
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Economy Inn Monterey
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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were very helpful. Rooms were clean. Carpets were worn out. All an all was wonderful."
Arthur 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Find out more about Carmel

Carmel Motels information

Number of reviews
11,754
Accommodation
3 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$129
Highest Price
AU$475

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carmel?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Carmel. Not-to-be-missed sights include Carmel Beach in Carmel, as well as Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carmel?
Here are some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Carmel River Inn & Cottages: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Carmel Beach and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central Carmel is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away. Stargazer Hotel: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from the heart of Carmel. Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages: Central Carmel is 5.2 mi (8.3 km) away. Room amenities such as a microwave are included, along with free parking. Sand Castle Inn: 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from the heart of Carmel. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Carmel?
Those who've visited Carmel speak highly of its shops and seaside. While you're sightseeing, visit the area's art scene. Favourite places in and around Carmel include Carmel Beach, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Los Padres National Forest and Carmel River State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: The Carmel Business Association, Munras Avenue and North Fremont Street.
What's the weather like in Carmel?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carmel to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Carmel is 496 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carmel while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Carmel to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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