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An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and framed pictures on the wall.

A swimming pool with a stone deck, a covered deck area with white railings, and hanging flower baskets.

A living room with a fireplace, a television on a cabinet, and a chair with a book.

1. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩186,067

₩210,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with a checkered floor, wooden beams, and modern lighting fixtures.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, mirror, and shower. There are towels and robes on shelves and hangers.

2. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

₩209,353

₩256,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A coastal building with a deck extending over the water, featuring a balcony with seating.

A window with white shutters, offering a view of a brick roof and trees.

A shower area with tiled walls, a showerhead, and two bottles of shampoo on a shelf.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a barbecue area, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

3. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Northwest Carmel

₩156,334

₩190,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A stone building with a fire pit and outdoor seating.

A spacious living area with high ceilings and wooden beams, featuring leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the ocean through a sliding glass door.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a chair, and a bed.

4. Carmel Beach Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩353,394

₩457,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a wooden vanity, and a large mirror.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and a fountain.

A restaurant with wooden benches and tables, a kitchen area, and decorative wall art.

5. Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩276,726

₩312,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A building with a sign reading "Carmel Fireplace Inn".

A cozy living room with a grey sofa, two brown armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A narrow pathway leading to a building with a sign reading "Carmel Fireplace Inn."

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

6. Carmel Fireplace Inn

Northwest Carmel

₩176,513

₩289,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A traditional building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a brick pathway.

A grand entrance with ornate columns, a red patterned carpet, and a large, detailed tapestry on the walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the ocean.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

7. Pine Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩304,810

₩348,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A beach with people walking and sitting, surrounded by greenery and hills in the background.

A traditional Japanese-style entrance with sliding doors, stone lion statues, and potted plants.

A hotel with a stone waterfall, wooden steps, and lush greenery.

A courtyard with a fire pit, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sunset over the ocean.

8. Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

Unwind steps from Carmel Beach with complimentary towels for a sun-soaked coastal escape.

₩379,323

₩427,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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Pool

Breakfast included

4 stars

5 stars

Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Carmel

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and framed pictures on the wall.

A swimming pool with a stone deck, a covered deck area with white railings, and hanging flower baskets.

A living room with a fireplace, a television on a cabinet, and a chair with a book.

Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩186,067

₩210,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A couple walking on a beach with a fire pit in the foreground.

A garden with a variety of flowers and plants, a building with arches and a balcony with potted plants.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, a potted plant, a patterned ottoman, and a wooden chair.

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩777,333

₩968,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with a checkered floor, wooden beams, and modern lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

₩209,353

₩256,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern kitchen with a self-serve station, including a coffee machine, toaster, and food display.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee machine, and framed pictures on the wall.

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel

₩199,644

₩225,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

A restaurant with wooden benches and tables, a kitchen area, and decorative wall art.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and a fountain.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a wooden vanity, and a large mirror.

Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩276,726

₩312,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

A row of wooden cabins with a central garage-style building, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A garden with a gravel path, a row of empty glass jars, and a house in the background.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a sink, a mirror, and a built-in microwave.

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields

₩286,309

₩319,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A sandy beach with a large tree and a clear view of the ocean.

A laptop on a table with a newspaper, a vase with flowers, and a view of trees through a window.

A balcony with a glass table, a bottle of wine, and glasses.

A building with a sign indicating a vacancy for a HOFAS HOUSE and a heated swimming pool in the rear.

Hofsas House Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩300,446

₩338,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.

A serene pond reflecting trees and a building with outdoor seating.

A modern bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk area.

The Quail

Carmel

₩353,394

₩456,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern building with large windows overlooking a coastal area.

A coastal property with a stone house, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, stone wall, and a view of the ocean.

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.

Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

Carmel Highlands

₩523,502

₩661,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a scenic ocean view.

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.

A coastal property with a stone house, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

A stone building with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony.

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

₩661,984

₩813,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Carmel

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and framed pictures on the wall.

A swimming pool with a stone deck, a covered deck area with white railings, and hanging flower baskets.

A living room with a fireplace, a television on a cabinet, and a chair with a book.

Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩186,067

₩210,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A couple walking on a beach with a fire pit in the foreground.

A garden with a variety of flowers and plants, a building with arches and a balcony with potted plants.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, a potted plant, a patterned ottoman, and a wooden chair.

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩777,333

₩968,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, modern furniture, and a view of the sky.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of trees.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A modern bathroom with wooden cabinetry, a large mirror, a framed photograph, and a coffee machine.

Stilwell Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩677,345

₩762,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A multi-level outdoor area with stone steps, various plants, and a seating area.

A beach with people walking and sitting, surrounded by greenery and hills in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, and a balcony with curtains.

A staircase leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.

Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

₩379,323

₩427,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A covered patio with outdoor furniture, a fireplace, and a view of a house with a tiled roof.

Two people walking on a beach with a fire pit in the foreground.

A bar with wooden chairs, shelves of liquor bottles, and framed historical photos.

A building with a sign reading 'Brophy's Tavern' and a sidewalk with a tree and hedges.

Hotel Carmel

Northwest Carmel

₩378,018

₩488,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern kitchen with a self-serve station, including a coffee machine, toaster, and food display.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee machine, and framed pictures on the wall.

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel

₩199,644

₩225,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A street sign for Ocean Street, a building with a balcony, and a parked car.

A two-story building with a central staircase, balconies with flower boxes, and a sign indicating additional charges for parking.

A building with a blue door and windows, wooden chairs, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern living room with a blue accent wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Downtown Carmel

₩226,809

₩256,296 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bedroom with a fireplace, a large bed, a bench with pillows, a view through the window, and a round mirror on the wall.

A two-story building with a brick facade, a visible window, and a sign indicating a business establishment.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a desk with a TV, a coffee station, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a vanity. There is a chair and a table in the adjacent room.

Carriage House Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩477,980

₩538,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A courtyard with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a flag.

A white building with a wooden door, green window shutters, and a sign reading "LAUBERGE CARMEL HOTEL & RESTAURANT".

A hallway with a white wall, a wooden door, a brick staircase, and a chandelier.

A traditional living room with a piano, a clock, and a floral arrangement.

L Auberge Carmel

Downtown Carmel

₩653,024

₩800,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

A restaurant with wooden benches and tables, a kitchen area, and decorative wall art.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and a fountain.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a wooden vanity, and a large mirror.

Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩276,726

₩312,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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4-star beach hotels in Carmel

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A couple walking on a beach with a fire pit in the foreground.

A garden with a variety of flowers and plants, a building with arches and a balcony with potted plants.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, a potted plant, a patterned ottoman, and a wooden chair.

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩777,333

₩968,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, modern furniture, and a view of the sky.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of trees.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A modern bathroom with wooden cabinetry, a large mirror, a framed photograph, and a coffee machine.

Stilwell Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩677,345

₩762,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A courtyard with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a flag.

A white building with a wooden door, green window shutters, and a sign reading "LAUBERGE CARMEL HOTEL & RESTAURANT".

A hallway with a white wall, a wooden door, a brick staircase, and a chandelier.

A traditional living room with a piano, a clock, and a floral arrangement.

L Auberge Carmel

Downtown Carmel

₩653,024

₩800,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Bar (on property)

A modern house with a fire pit, potted plants, and a bench.

A wooden interior with a central archway leading to a staircase. Shelves on either side hold various decorative items and books.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and potted plants.

Villa Mara Carmel

Carmel Point

₩919,995

₩1,073,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A patio area with a stone pillar, wicker chairs, a bicycle, and potted plants.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a round table with a glass jar, striped sofas, and wicker chairs.

A cozy seating area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows with curtains, and a wooden ceiling.

A room with a wooden console table, a framed picture of a beach scene, a lamp, and a decorative shelf with books and figurines.

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Downtown Carmel

₩505,799

₩569,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.

A serene pond reflecting trees and a building with outdoor seating.

A modern bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk area.

The Quail

Carmel

₩353,394

₩456,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, potted plants, and a fire feature.

A living room with a fireplace, a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a television on a stand.

A grey door with a number plate and a white shelf with a potted plant and orchid.

A room with a round table, two chairs, a potted orchid, and a framed picture on the wall.

The Vagabond's House

Northwest Carmel

₩625,540

₩702,874 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern building with large windows overlooking a coastal area.

A coastal property with a stone house, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, stone wall, and a view of the ocean.

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.

Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

Carmel Highlands

₩523,502

₩661,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a scenic ocean view.

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.

A coastal property with a stone house, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

A stone building with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony.

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

₩661,984

₩813,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable clean rooms . Beds were very cozy! Excellent breakfast!"

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The outdoor areas in the common areas are very nice, as are most of the rooms with balconies - with spacious outdoor areas. Not all rooms have outdoor areas. Dislike: parking can be rough. Small spaces close together, so sometimes you end up parking in the front of the restaurant or other far off areas to find a space, and go top it off, they charge $30 a day for parking."

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful cabins with full bathrooms right near Carmel Beach (driving distance). Fire pits were a wonderful way to spend time with an extended group at night. The grocery store across the street was also convenient."

Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic hotel! Very serene and organic modern aesthetic. The breakfast buffet presented as small bites was delicious. Also the mushroom pizza on the dinner menu is a must try. The location is perfect for daily strolls to see the shops and restaurants. We will definitely plan to stay at here for our next stay in Carmel by the Sea."

Carmel Fireplace Inn

Carmel Fireplace Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Parking lot is limited"

Pine Inn

Pine Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic experience every time I stay here. From the rooms, the staff, the cleanliness of every area of the property, and its prime location. 10 out of 10!"

Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and staff and breakfast. Lovely amenities too."

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

10/10 Excellent

"Great room with a beautiful view. Reservations are highly recommended for their restaurant."

Briarwood Inn

Briarwood Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very romantic. Our room had a queen-sized bed and so was very cozy. No parking included except for the rooms that have a king-sized bed."

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmel like for travelers who love the beach?

Known for its beaches and art galleries, Carmel offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.

What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Carmel?

Carmel Green Lantern Inn is a top beach guesthouse offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 5-minute walk of Carmel Beach.

When's the best time for a beach vacation in Carmel?

You can plan your beach trip with a look at the seasons in Carmel: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Carmel is 20 inches.

What is there to see and do around Carmel?

After arriving and checking into your hotel, you'll probably want to explore your surroundings. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to Carmel River State Beach or Monastery Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Experience the area's art galleries and shopping, and make time for local attractions like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Carmel Mission Basilica or Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Carmel?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Carmel more easily: To get to Carmel, book a flight to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), the closest major airport, which is located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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