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.
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: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Our pick of the best Northwest Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
I've stayed at several inns in Carmel over the years and for the price you can't beat the location, parking and breakfast. Will most certainly stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Room was really nice bigger than I was expecting
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hotel Carmel
Cozy room and we enjoyed the hot tub and breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Stilwell Hotel
Beautiful and very comfortable room. The staff were incredibly friendly and professional.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hofsas House Hotel
Staff at check-in was very courteous and welcoming. It's a cute looking hotel (unfortunately it is being replaced with a newer, but blah hotel). There is a heated pool and dry sauna available for guests. Room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
From desk personnel where A+, room clean and spacious
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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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.
