Southeast Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Southeast Carmel
Popular places to visit

Forest Theater Guild
Enjoy a classic play or film beneath the pine trees and stars at this century-old outdoor theater in historic seaside Carmel.

Carmel Beach
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.

Garrapata State Park
Enjoy a trip to Garrapata State Park and popular activities such as golfing in Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants.

Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.
Activities

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Our pick of the best Southeast Carmel Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
yes nice rooms and lots to do around town
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Everything was great
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Staff treated us exceptionally well, we enjoyed our room and location! On a great street for walks, restaurants, and convention center!
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
No
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
There's a parking charge per night which I didn't know about while booking.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
Check in wasn't overly friendly, but job was done. No issues checking in. Short walk to the room, big and comfortable. No view to speak of, but can pay more to get a 3rd floor which may offer a view. Breakfast up on 3rd floor, which is only accessible by lift. No stair option apparently. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Carmel

Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.

Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

