Carmel Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Carmel Valley
Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
One of the largest zoos in America housing around 4000 creatures, San Diego Zoo offers an enchanting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
San Diego Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
Mission Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.
SeaWorld
A fun family favourite, where you can get up close to the local marine life, enjoy fun rides and be wowed by the performances.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Activities
La Jolla Cove: App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
San Diego: Pacific Beach 4-Mile Running Tour
Our pick of the best Carmel Valley Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Good
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
The room was clean but mixed with some things new and other things old. Never had hot water for the shower however the shower was large. Our view was awesome loved watching all the sailboats, skiers, row boats, kayaks etc. We even seen a purpose. People with dogs let them poo without picking up not ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
Frige was disconnected. Guests in the next room were too noisy till 4am. Hate this $150 deposit thing that they have
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Incredible location, top quality service, really feel welcomed! Most ameneties were closed and no entertainment or activities, but tonnes to do in the local area. Rooms are much smaller than anticipated and the TV's are likely haunted or dont work, but still very nice. Again when staying that central, ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Good
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
The hotel was very clean. Staff were excellent. Rooms comfortable and contained everything needed. Little Italy was walkable . The only complaint was room layout gusting could have been brighter. The breakfast selection was also good and reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Valley
North Pacific Beach
If you're spending some time in North Pacific Beach, Pacific Beach and Tourmaline Surfing Park are top sights worth seeing.
Pacific Beach
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.
Linda Vista
When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station.
Bay Park
If you're looking for beaches and seaside views, Bay Park might be a great stop. Notable sights like Clairemont Village Shopping Center are also worth visiting, and you might jump aboard the metro at Clairemont Drive Station or Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station to get around town.
Mission Beach
If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Mission Bay
If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
