Downtown Carmel, CA
Carmel
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Popular places to visit
Carmel Plaza
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit 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 like golfing in Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants.
Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Rooms are very clean, no circulation so leave windows open. Fireplace was for ambiance only. Heat control was great! Water pressure in shower was AMAZING. Breakfast was sub par but good enough to sample to get you by if you are not boujee. Coffee on Thursday was amazing. Friday is was weak. I would ...
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Normandy Inn
Very cute place with a perfect location and parking! The heated pool is an added bonus!
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Tradewinds Carmel
What a gorgeous hotel for couples! Romantic setting, great ocean views for many rooms like ours with a large private balcony. We chose a King Bed, Ocean View room. There is a wonderful choice of breakfast items delivered to your doorstep at your specified time in the morning. This hotel has beautiful ...
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Pine Inn
Parking was located across the street, but was decent. If you're on this, second or third floor there is no elevators. The building is really very cool. Great restaurant attached to it. Walking distance to everything in downtown.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Adorably furnished room! We loved the decor, the robes and slippers, the Nespresso with complimentary oatmilk in the fridge were highlights. Our only complaint was the temperature of the room. Although there was a ceiling fan, it would have been nice to have kept the windows open. Unfortunately, ...
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Carmel Inn And Suites
Parking great
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Carmel
Northwest Carmel
While visiting Northwest Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Carmel
Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
