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Our top choices for Carmel beach hotels

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

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

1. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

₩244,621

₩295,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

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

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

2. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩295,724

₩333,506 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 bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, a window with blinds, and a fireplace.

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

3. Normandy Inn

Golden Rectangle

₩355,955

₩400,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

4. Pine Inn

Golden Rectangle

₩363,110

₩414,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

A sign for Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites with a stone facade and a clear view of the road in the background.

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

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

5. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Northeast Carmel

₩190,395

₩212,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.

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.

6. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Northwest Carmel

₩208,464

₩249,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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

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

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

7. Carmel Fireplace Inn

Northwest Carmel

₩265,830

₩300,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A wooden deck with a rustic fire pit, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a potted plant.

A residential street with houses, a clear sky, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

8. Carmel Resort Inn

Northeast Carmel

₩173,592

₩211,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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5 stars

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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 garden with a chessboard, a pool, and a gazebo.

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

₩1,030,460

₩1,252,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

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

₩295,724

₩333,506 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 hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.

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

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

₩244,621

₩295,089 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 bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, a window with blinds, and a fireplace.

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

Normandy Inn

Golden Rectangle

₩355,955

₩400,965 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, armchairs, a coffee machine, and framed pictures on the wall.

A rooftop patio with wicker furniture, glass tables, and a clear view of the sky and trees.

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

₩323,951

₩365,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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.

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

The Quail

Carmel

₩422,100

₩533,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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

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

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

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

₩543,288

₩684,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

₩256,275

₩289,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

A cozy, well-lit tent-style room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

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

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields

₩314,650

₩350,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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 stone building with a wooden staircase leading to a door.

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

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

₩609,377

₩756,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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

₩295,724

₩333,506 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.

A bar area with a bartender serving drinks to customers.

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

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

Hotel Carmel

Northwest Carmel

₩521,260

₩649,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Downtown Carmel

₩310,452

₩350,002 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 staircase leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.

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

Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

₩382,008

₩430,908 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 garden with a chessboard, a pool, and a gazebo.

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

₩1,030,460

₩1,252,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

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

Stilwell Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩774,814

₩871,598 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

Normandy Inn

Golden Rectangle

₩355,955

₩400,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

L Auberge Carmel

Golden Rectangle

₩898,615

₩1,075,593 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, armchairs, a coffee machine, and framed pictures on the wall.

A rooftop patio with wicker furniture, glass tables, and a clear view of the sky and trees.

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

₩323,951

₩365,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

A cozy room with a wooden floor, a round table, two chairs, a wicker side table, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

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

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Downtown Carmel

₩656,600

₩738,950 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 garden with a chessboard, a pool, and a gazebo.

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

₩1,030,460

₩1,252,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

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

Stilwell Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩774,814

₩871,598 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

A cozy room with a wooden floor, a round table, two chairs, a wicker side table, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

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

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Downtown Carmel

₩656,600

₩738,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

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

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

L Auberge Carmel

Golden Rectangle

₩898,615

₩1,075,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

The Quail

Carmel

₩422,100

₩533,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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

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.

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Golden Rectangle

₩676,700

₩761,501 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 cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and potted plants.

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

Villa Mara Carmel

Carmel Point

₩889,362

₩1,040,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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.

The Vagabond's House

Northwest Carmel

₩629,746

₩707,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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

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

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

₩543,288

₩684,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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 stone building with a wooden staircase leading to a door.

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

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

₩609,377

₩756,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place."

Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay immensely! The property is pristine and modern, with thoughtful touches throughout. The warm hospitality set the tone right away when we were escorted to our room. Both the courtyard pizza and the innovative tapas breakfast were standout highlights, truly delicious and a brilliant concept. Having stayed at countless boutique resorts on our monthly travels, this experience truly stands out as one of our favorites. We cannot wait to return."

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"This well cared for and clean establishment has a comfortable friendly atmosphere. The 2 of us and our dog stayed 2 nights. We all enjoyed our cottage, slept well, and walked around the grounds. We prefer slow mornings, like our coffee and eat lightly in the morning, so was very happy with the morning coffee station, complementally coffee, plus some specialty coffees and breakfast snacks available for a fee. Our overly confident small dog liked meeting the other dogs that were often about. Everyone, staff and the other guests were friendly."

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

8/10 Good

"This is a large facility and we were fortunate to have a 4th floor room which has a nice (partial) view of the ocean. We were within walking distance of downtown Carmel which was very helpful; we could leave the car parked in front of the room. The room was comfortably large, not cramped at all. We liked having a luggage rack for both of us--that doesn't usually happen. The breakfast was very nice--both hot and cold foods. Being on the 4th floor, an elevator was extremely helpful."

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Room was great! Partial ocean view. Parking is limited"

La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great boutique hotel in Carmel. Close to the main areas in Carmel. Great customer service. Lovely comfortable rooms while not huge are beautiful furnished. Great free extras provided from early morning coffee, a delicious buffet breakfast with egg station, afternoon wine and not forgetting the wonderful chocolate chip cookies in the evening. A real treat."

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!"

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"

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"Godd"

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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