Carmel Riviera, CA
Carmel
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Popular places to visit
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
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 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.
Folktale Winery and Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Folktale Winery and Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Carmel Riviera Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Beautiful place!! Can’t wait to come again"
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Beautiful hotel with incredible views! The staff was incredibly attentive."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"Very clean hotel and nice workers. I enjoyed my stay very much and will definitely go again. Thank you !!! The pool is beautiful and they play great music"
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"Positives: great location, convenient parking Cons: there is a very obvious musty smell throughout the entire hotel (worse on the historic side) including the rooms; fitness area is incredibly small with very poor equipment"
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Hate the BS charges. On top of a resort fee which is unnecessary, they charge for parking too, what a rip off."
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Casa Munras is very well located for visiting Carmel, Monterey, Cannery Row, Pacific Grove. It was very quiet, had a clean, comfortable room, plenty of parking and was reasonably priced. The pool looked nice, as did the restaurant, although we did not use them."
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Where to stay in Carmel Riviera
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza 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 Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos Ranch and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.
