What is Downtown Carmel like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Carmel's Downtown Carmel neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown Carmel travel tips? Be sure to check out Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Carmel?

Based on our traveler data, Carmel Bay View Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Carmel. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Carmel Beach, and it offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the area include Carmel Inn And Suites and Cypress Inn .

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Carmel area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Carmel, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 65 Downtown Carmel hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Carmel, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Carmel.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Carmel?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Carmel, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do in this Carmel neighborhood?

If you have some time to wander around and enjoy the activities in Downtown Carmel, you might stop by Galante Vineyards, Blair Estate Tasting Room, or Wrath Winery. Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Carmel Beach, The Carmel Business Association, and Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Carmel. De Tierra Vineyards and Sunset Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carmel.

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1. Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

Michael

₩412,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

Gretchen

₩326,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

3. Pine Inn

Downtown Carmel

Asmik

₩422,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

4. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Downtown Carmel

Bobbyray

₩324,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

5. Monte Verde Inn

Downtown Carmel

La Raye

₩417,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

6. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Downtown Carmel

Shannon

₩310,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

7. Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Downtown Carmel

Nadia

₩650,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Room, Private Bathroom (Serenity Suite) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

8. Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

Lynn

₩507,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

9. Cypress Inn

Downtown Carmel

Ernesto

₩620,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

10. Wayside Inn

Downtown Carmel

Marina

₩403,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

11. Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Downtown Carmel

Eileen

₩430,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

12. Carriage House Inn

Downtown Carmel

Alexander

₩556,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

13. Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Downtown Carmel

Bethany

₩789,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

14. L Auberge Carmel

Downtown Carmel

carmel

₩1,147,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

15. Carmel Inn And Suites

Downtown Carmel

Jesus

₩298,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

16. Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

Downtown Carmel

Carol

₩252,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

17. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Downtown Carmel

monica

₩743,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

18. Tally Ho Inn

Downtown Carmel

Tracie

₩448,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

19. Candle Light Inn

Northwest Carmel, 0.3 km from Downtown Carmel

Brett

₩390,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

20. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel, 0.2 km from Downtown Carmel

Joon

₩279,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

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Golden Rectangle

If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

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Northeast Carmel

Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

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Northwest Carmel

While visiting Northwest Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

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Southeast Carmel

If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

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Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach.

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Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"U can’t beat the location. The hotel is clean and fairly updated . The staff is very nice. And the amores at night are the best."

Monterey Peninsula Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We recently stayed here and first and foremost, Annette at the front desk was extremely nice and helpful all the way. She provided us extra towels, coffee and creamer, gave us pointers (and maps) to where to go next day for a hike and much more! The hotel is nicely located and pet friendly which is a plus because we brought our fue baby as well. If you’re looking for a well located hotel with friendly staff and don’t want to break the bank, this is a great option!"

Pacific Inn

8/10 Good

"Older no-frills motel on outskirts of town but well maintained and clean. It wasn’t fancy but the price was right. Only issue was we asked the front desk if our room would be serviced and towels changed while we were out for the day. The gentleman at the desk said “yes, of course.” When we returned that evening, housekeeping had not been to our room. My friend went to the front desk to tell the gentleman on duty and he didn’t seem concerned. He just pointed to a cabinet in the lobby and said “there’s more towels over there.” No apology."

Cypress Inn

8/10 Good

"The Inn is one of our favorite places in Carmel. Usually we have one of the better rooms but they were gone this time. The basic king bed room was small and the bathroom very small and poorly conceived with few surfaces on which to place things. A better room is a must for next time. Breakfast great and included. Parking very limited and must be reserved morning at 8 am day of arrival. $40!!"

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Our top choices for Downtown Carmel hotels

1. Normandy Inn

2. Carmel Bay View Inn

3. Pine Inn

4. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

5. Monte Verde Inn

6. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

7. Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

8. Tradewinds Carmel

9. Cypress Inn

10. Wayside Inn

11. Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

12. Carriage House Inn

13. Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

14. L Auberge Carmel

15. Carmel Inn And Suites

16. Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

17. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

18. Tally Ho Inn

19. Candle Light Inn

20. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

Golden Rectangle

Northeast Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Southeast Carmel

Carmel Highlands

Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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