Northwest Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Carmel
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Our pick of the best Northwest Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Room was recently redone and very nice and even had a fireplace. View was great and breakfast buffet pretty good. No waffles but they had scrambled eggs and alternated between bacon and sausage links. It was nice being able to walk just two blocks to Ocean Ave to go shopping.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Carmel
great location in the middle of Carmel. the property itself is a bit outdated. No AC. amenities through out the day are nice but it is a bit awkward in the small lobby lounge area. overall the price is too high for what you are getting. you may find a nicer option in near by Monterey for ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
We love our stays at the Wayfarer. It is our go to spot for a quick overnight stay. There’s not a great amenities on site but there are plenty of places nearby to enjoy.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Stilwell Hotel
Lovely room, nice and clean
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hofsas House Hotel
Very frienfly
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Tradewinds Carmel
Nice room and excellent staff.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Carmel
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
