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.
Carmel Mission Basilica
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
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: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Our pick of the best Southeast Carmel Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The service is absolutely wonderful and so is the hotel, well located. But we each have three devices so that means we need six outlets and it was hit and miss in the room because all the plugs are everywhere. I think they should be more located in one place…..that was frustrating.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The adjoining room door was next to the bed. Very poor sound proofing. The next room’s conversations at normal tones sounded like they were in our room. They talked until 2:45AM. The hotel clerk did make note of it the next morning when I reported it. Hopefully they will fix the problem.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Monterey Hotel
No AC room got pretty warm . Otherwise all good
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Nice and clean rooms. The staff was very professional and friendly. We did not use hot tub. Very convenient to shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Bed was so comfortable and shower was excellent. Heads up...parking and resort fee
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Breakfast
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southeast Carmel
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica 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 Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza 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 Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica are top sights worth seeing.
