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Our top choices for Carmel beach hotels

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

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a striped armchair, a glass coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

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

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

1. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩293,567

₩331,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.

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

2. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

₩254,326

₩305,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, a window with blinds, and a fireplace.

3. Normandy Inn

Golden Rectangle

₩353,358

₩398,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A brick pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance and a garden with various plants and flowers.

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

4. Pine Inn

Golden Rectangle

₩360,460

₩411,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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.

A narrow pathway flanked by lush greenery and a white building with a tiled roof.

5. Carmel Fireplace Inn

Northwest Carmel

₩243,591

₩275,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A building with a white facade, green window frames, and a brick base.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a shower area with a bathtub, and a framed picture on the wall.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen visible through an archway.

A narrow street lined with two-story houses, one with ivy-covered walls and the other with a brick pathway leading to a door.

6. Briarwood Inn

Northwest Carmel

₩291,584

₩329,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A garden with a pergola, stone pathway, and outdoor seating area.

A restaurant with a long table, chairs, and potted plants.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower.

A dining area with a round table and chairs, a sofa, and a large plant.

7. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Northeast Carmel

₩190,502

₩212,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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.

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

8. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel

₩321,587

₩362,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Beach hotels with pools in Carmel

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

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

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

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

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩1,070,660

₩1,297,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a striped armchair, a glass coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

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

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

Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩293,567

₩331,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.

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

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

₩254,326

₩305,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, a window with blinds, and a fireplace.

Normandy Inn

Golden Rectangle

₩353,358

₩398,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

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

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel

₩321,587

₩362,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a mix of seating options including a long counter and a cushioned bench area.

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

The Quail

Carmel

₩422,100

₩533,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A patio with a fire pit, wooden chairs, and a table with a bottle and glasses.

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

A coastal house with a stone facade, multiple decks, and a view of the sea.

A hot tub with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

₩539,323

₩679,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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.

A Tudor-style building with a sign reading "Hotel Loading Zone Only."

Hofsas House Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩256,275

₩289,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields

₩312,354

₩348,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a coastal landscape with trees and a view of the ocean.

A coastal house with a stone facade, multiple decks, and a view of the sea.

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

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

₩626,155

₩774,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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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 spacious living room with a large sofa, a striped armchair, a glass coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

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

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

Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩293,567

₩331,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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 bar area with a bartender serving drinks to customers.

Hotel Carmel

Northwest Carmel

₩521,552

₩649,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a painting above the bed, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Downtown Carmel

₩334,987

₩377,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

A traditional interior with stone walls, wooden furniture, and potted plants.

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

Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

₩376,540

₩424,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩1,070,660

₩1,297,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade, wooden balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

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

Stilwell Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩753,502

₩847,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, a window with blinds, and a fireplace.

Normandy Inn

Golden Rectangle

₩353,358

₩398,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A dining area with a long table set for four, surrounded by wine racks filled with bottles.

L Auberge Carmel

Golden Rectangle

₩899,118

₩1,076,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel

₩321,587

₩362,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An outdoor seating area with striped umbrellas, wooden chairs, and tables.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, striped armchairs, a round coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.

A bar area with multiple shelves of wine bottles, a variety of glasses, and a decorative lamp.

A round wooden table with a tray of appetizers, two glasses of white wine, and a bottle of champagne in a metal bucket.

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Downtown Carmel

₩656,968

₩739,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

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

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩1,070,660

₩1,297,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade, wooden balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

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

Stilwell Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩753,502

₩847,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

An outdoor seating area with striped umbrellas, wooden chairs, and tables.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, striped armchairs, a round coffee table, and a hanging light fixture.

A bar area with multiple shelves of wine bottles, a variety of glasses, and a decorative lamp.

A round wooden table with a tray of appetizers, two glasses of white wine, and a bottle of champagne in a metal bucket.

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Downtown Carmel

₩656,968

₩739,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

A dining area with a long table set for four, surrounded by wine racks filled with bottles.

L Auberge Carmel

Golden Rectangle

₩899,118

₩1,076,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a mix of seating options including a long counter and a cushioned bench area.

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

The Quail

Carmel

₩422,100

₩533,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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 living room with a central sofa set, a stone fireplace, and a chandelier.

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

Golden Rectangle

₩677,079

₩761,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern building with a white exterior, large windows, and a stone staircase leading to a wooden door.

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

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

Villa Mara Carmel

Carmel Point

₩882,872

₩1,033,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A bedroom with a bed, a leather chair, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.

The Vagabond's House

Northwest Carmel

₩629,746

₩707,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A patio with a fire pit, wooden chairs, and a table with a bottle and glasses.

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

A coastal house with a stone facade, multiple decks, and a view of the sea.

A hot tub with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

₩539,323

₩679,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a coastal landscape with trees and a view of the ocean.

A coastal house with a stone facade, multiple decks, and a view of the sea.

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

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

₩626,155

₩774,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

The Quail

The Quail

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean. A little outdated. But the grounds and property are gorgeous. Staff was so friendly to my children. It really made our stay there special. We Will definitely be returning soon!"

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

10/10 Excellent

"Totally unassuming nestled in the cliffs overlooking the pacific. Then you walk onto the resort and the views are amazing, the rooms are phenomenal and the onsite amenities like the pool, restaurant and especially the staff are amazing."

Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Super cute property!"

La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful and great service."

Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel

8/10 Good

"There is no good breakfast. Only boiled eggs, regular bread, some fruits and serial. Also, parking is not always available"

Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is perfectly central to everything! Staff was super friendly & helpful and the breakfast was wonderful. 6 of of 5 stars!!! Fantastic."

Pine Inn

Pine Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful rooms, friendly staff, perfect location. Couldn’t ask for more!! Can’t wait to book another stay!"

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"This is a really wonderful hotel. We stayed in the main building and had a lovely view of trees and the river. The grounds of the property are beautifully maintained with gardens, fountains, fire pits, and more. It's a really peaceful experience to stay here. We had breakfast from the little food truck and sat in the garden watching the butterflies. Would definitely stay here again."

Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything"

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 Beach and Carmel Plaza. 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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