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1. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (992 reviews)
"Beautiful location"
United States
Adrian
The price is ₩679,992
₩841,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Daily full breakfast for a fee

2. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (324 reviews)
"This was a beautiful property that we stayed at. The view was amazing."
United States
Baljit
The price is ₩739,429
₩906,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
Courtyard

3. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,837 reviews)
"Great place for families to stay with kids"
United States
Claudia
The price is ₩270,799
₩322,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Carmel Mission Inn
Balcony

4. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 5.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,749 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ₩350,186
₩394,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Carmel Bay View Inn
Front of property

5. Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 5.7 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Bryan
The price is ₩390,801
₩440,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Normandy Inn
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

6. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields, 4 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good location."
United States
Carolina
The price is ₩351,850
₩391,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Exterior

7. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Northeast Carmel, 6.7 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
Brandon
The price is ₩359,207
₩399,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
Street view

8. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 5.8 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (933 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Karla
The price is ₩375,062
₩422,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

9. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast was nice and rooms were comfortable."
United States
Dena
The price is ₩231,754
₩264,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Exterior

10. Pine Inn

Pine Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 5.7 km from Carmel Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very beautiful place, great location and pleasant staff"
United States
Pamela
The price is ₩373,633
₩426,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Pine Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

11. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,107 reviews)
"Great location & very nice motel."
United States
Kristen
The price is ₩153,204
₩175,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
El Castell Motel
Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

12. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,756 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Gabrielle
The price is ₩158,397
₩181,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Pacific Inn
Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (sofabed not included) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

13. Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey
3.5 star property
9.5 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,122 reviews)
"Great staff nice location , fantastic air conditioning."
United States
Elisha
The price is ₩162,782
₩195,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Aura Inn Monterey
Exterior

14. Candle Light Inn

Candle Light Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel, 6 km from Carmel Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Perfect location for all of the places we like to visit. The room is very clean, as usual. The staff were friendly and helpful as well. This is our Carmel go-to."
United States
Brett
The price is ₩518,037
₩583,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Candle Light Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool

15. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
10.2 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,860 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Marlene C
The price is ₩194,751
₩222,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Stargazer Hotel
Exterior detail

16. Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Carmel Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,546 reviews)
"Rooms are very clean and spacious and ideal for families and good location and pet friendly"
United States
Uma
The price is ₩271,353
₩309,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Mariposa Inn & Suites
Outdoor spa tub

17. Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel, 5.5 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, very clean, nice breakfast, good parking. "
United States
Cheryl
The price is ₩516,523
₩581,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Exterior

18. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
11 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,660 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Deborah
The price is ₩379,692
₩496,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Food and drink

19. The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
7.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Had a terrific stay at the quail!!"
United States
Gordon
The price is ₩454,419
₩574,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
The Quail
Garden view

20. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
9.6 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"it is a very beautiful place to stay very clean bed very comfortable same as the pillows all excellent"
United States
Luisa Veronica
The price is ₩176,185
₩212,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Padre Oaks
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Where to stay in Carmel Highlands

Find the best Carmel Highlands areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A quaint building with a turret, a window with a white frame, and a sign that reads "Hush House."
Photo by Aimee Bollinger
Open Photo by Aimee Bollinger

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a tree on the right.
Photo by Bryce Karr
Open Photo by Bryce Karr

Golden Rectangle

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

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and red flowers in the foreground.

Northwest Carmel

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

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Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher

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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Southeast Carmel

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

Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great, food and service, Beautiful room!"
Cheryl 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Carmel Highlands?
Carmel Highlands is a neighborhood that travelers like for its seaside and sunsets. Be sure to check out Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach as part of your Carmel Highlands travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Carmel Highlands?
Based on our traveler data, Hyatt Carmel Highlands is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmel Highlands. This resort is a short 12-minute walk from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the area is Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn.
How many hotels are there in Carmel Highlands?
Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodations in Carmel Highlands to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Carmel area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmel Highlands, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Carmel Highlands.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Carmel Highlands?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Carmel Highlands, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do in this Carmel neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Carmel Highlands with a visit to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gravity Garden. Gibson Beach and Point Lobos Ranch are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmel Highlands include China Cove, Hidden Beach, and Weston Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Carmel, be sure to visit other sights like Monastery Beach or Palo Corona Regional Park.