The Best Beach Hotels in Carmel, CA from ₩191,305 in 2026 | Expedia

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

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

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

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

1. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

₩228,689

₩277,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

2. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩187,109

₩211,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A stone building with a fire pit and outdoor seating.

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

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

A residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a brick pathway, and houses with visible windows and doors.

3. Carmel Beach Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩355,372

₩459,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

A porch with wicker chairs, a red cushion, and a white railing.

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

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

4. Briarwood Inn

Northwest Carmel

₩234,371

₩265,223 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 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 pool area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and a fountain.

5. Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩328,870

₩370,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

6. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Northeast Carmel

₩171,068

₩191,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

7. Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

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

₩339,979

₩383,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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.

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

8. Pine Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩306,517

₩350,824 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩187,109

₩211,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

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

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

₩228,689

₩277,723 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 bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, a window with blinds, and a fireplace.

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

Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩328,870

₩370,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork 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

₩214,147

₩242,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

The Quail

Carmel

₩355,372

₩459,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

Hofsas House Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩255,988

₩288,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 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 row of wooden cabins with a central garage-style building, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

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

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields

₩287,911

₩320,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩888,764

₩1,093,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern building with large windows overlooking a coastal area.

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

Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

Carmel Highlands

₩539,683

₩679,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

₩441,480

₩570,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 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 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 spacious living room with a large sofa, a striped armchair, a glass coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩187,109

₩211,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩328,870

₩370,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 wooden ceiling, a large window with a view of trees, a bed, a desk with a chair, a round mirror, and a cabinet with kitchen appliances.

A residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a brick pathway, and houses with visible windows and doors.

Carmel Beach Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩355,372

₩459,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

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

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

Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

₩339,979

₩383,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A stone-walled hot tub with metal railings, surrounded by a stone wall and wooden beams.

A wooden-framed entrance with a welcome sign, a framed picture, and a staircase leading inside.

A breakfast setup on a round table with a bottle of champagne, a glass of orange juice, and a plate of fresh fruit and pastries.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather armchairs, and a small round table with a glass of wine.

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Downtown Carmel

₩346,725

₩391,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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.

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

₩227,532

₩257,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

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.

Hotel Carmel

Northwest Carmel

₩454,769

₩574,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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 modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork 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

₩214,147

₩242,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Downtown Carmel

₩461,783

₩520,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩888,764

₩1,093,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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4-star beach hotels in Carmel

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

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Downtown Carmel

₩461,783

₩520,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

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

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

The Quail

Carmel

₩355,372

₩459,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

Stilwell Hotel

Northwest Carmel

₩731,855

₩823,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

₩888,764

₩1,093,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Downtown Carmel

₩588,940

₩663,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern building with large windows overlooking a coastal area.

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

Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

Carmel Highlands

₩539,683

₩679,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

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

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

L Auberge Carmel

Downtown Carmel

₩656,679

₩804,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Bar (on property)

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

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

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

Villa Mara Carmel

Carmel Point

₩770,949

₩909,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

The Vagabond's House

Northwest Carmel

₩629,041

₩706,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

₩441,480

₩570,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

8/10 Good

"I found this cute motel for its super convenient location and walkable to everything. The beds are SO comfy! The room could use some cosmetic updates but for a nice place to sleep it worked well for us and our dog. We enjoyed our morning coffee in the courtyard. It’s a quiet,small town so there weren’t any noise issues. Parking is all around and there are a few spots in their lot but we found parking next to our door and never moved the car til we left. Thank you for a great stay! We will be back :)"

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great breakfast and nice location."

Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful property"

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"great location"

Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Dialed in. Comfortable rooms And public areas. Not to big of a place and close to Main Street. Worth it versus some of the older spots… I guess depends on what you like."

Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn

8/10 Good

"We had two rooms and one guest found it a bit noisy at night. About 1km from shops (2km from beach). Bed was comfy but room a bit dark. Basic but pleasant. WiFi patchy."

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous grounds and views of the Pacific Ocean and sunset. Very nice restaurant, great wine list, lovely view. Staff was helpful and cheerful. Easy mile or so to downtown Carmel."

The Quail

The Quail

8/10 Good

"The Quail is a very nice hotel, but unless you're into golf, there's not much to see or do there. Carmel is about 15 minutes away by car, but if you just want to step outside the hotel and walk to nearby stores or attractions, there aren't any. The facilities and housekeeping were excellent - our only complaint is that the toilet was incredibly low-height - potentially a problem for people with creaky knees."

La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing and beautiful hotel"

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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