In close proximity to Point Lobos State Park, and short distance to Big Sur, this hotel offers relaxing activities and exploration of the California coastline.
LenoreS
United States of America
Stayed here when they moved the course for the Big Sur Marathon. Couldn't beat the location! Right across the street from the start & finish lines!!!
Just 5-minutes’ walk from restaurants and shops in Carmel city center, Hofsas House Hotel features a heated outdoor pool and a continental breakfast with fresh pastries.
Just 1 mile from Pebble Beach and Carmel Mission, Best Western Plus Carmel Bay View Inn is adjacent to exclusive shops and galleries. A seasonal outdoor pool is located on site.
Monica
United States of America
The staff was kind enough to upgrade us due to roof work done during out stay. It was nice and spacious, and right next to the breakfast lounge. I liked how quiet it was, even though it was just two blocks away from center of Carmel by the Sea. It was great!
Centrally located in the village of Carmel, California, Pine Inn - Carmel provides guests with a delightful combination of elegance, charm and serenity within minutes of Carmel's beautiful sandy...
Irene
United States of America
Great location near everything. Friendly staff. Excellent restaurant in the hotel. Would definitely recommend.
The Clarion Collection hotel is in Carmel by the Sea. Carmel Beach, Pebble Beach, Cannery Row restaurants, shops and historic sites, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and whale watching and fishing at Old...
Maria
United States of America
Very clean with comfortable beds. TV kept losing signal, but righted itself. We arrived late and had to use phone listed on front door of office to check in. They left a cooler with a continental breakfast outside our door, which we did not expect!
Just 5 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium, this luxury Carmel hotel provides a complimentary champagne brunch each morning. Guests will enjoy the outdoor pool complete with lounge chairs.
Hugh
Hong Kong
Excellent location, beautiful property, great outdoor terrace and bar.
Stilwell Hotel set amid upscale shopping and dining in the city center, is less than 0.6 mi from Carmel Beach. Free WiFi and a daily continental breakfast are included.
Abigail
United States of America
Perfect location, friendly staff and comfortable bed! Really great value overall and would stay again.
Located in Carmel, a few steps from Carmel Beach, Carmel Beach Hotel provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Sadie
United States of America
Property was very well kept and clean and right next to the beach.
Located in Carmel, a few steps from Carmel Beach, Villa Mara Carmel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Donald Dimick
United States of America
Breakfast was incredible! Try the quiche we promise! Bring a bottle of something and enjoy it by the fire at night after a lovely day at the beach and I promise you’ll want your stay to never end.
Located in Carmel and with Carmel Beach reachable within a 12-minute walk, Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a...
Beautiful room - loved happy hour with wine and cheese
Originally built in 1929, this luxury hotel is within walking distance of the legendary Carmel Beach and offers historic old-world charm, complete with all of today's modern amenities and conveniences...
Beautiful historical buildings with all the modern amenities.
The Clarion Collection hotel is in Carmel by the Sea. Carmel Beach, Pebble Beach, Cannery Row restaurants, shops and historic sites, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and whale watching and fishing at Old...
It was a cold breakfast but a lot of food! Enjoyed it very much.
Lobos Lodge is located in Carmel, 2.2 mi from Point Lobos State Reserve. The property is located 984 feet from Carmel Plaza, 0.9 mi from Carmel Mission and a 5-minute walk from Carmel Beach Access.
This boutique hotel in Carmel is less than two blocks away from unique shopping, galleries and fine dining and Ocean Avenue, the main street, is just 3 blocks away.
I loved the cleanliness and breakfast was on point!
Boasting panoramic ocean views, this California hotel is in walking distance of 12 wine tasting rooms. Carmel’s sandy white beaches are 4 blocks away. All elegant rooms include free Wi-Fi.
It was ok. Prefer to be served at a table. Food was just ok.
Centrally located in the village of Carmel, California, Pine Inn - Carmel provides guests with a delightful combination of elegance, charm and serenity within minutes of Carmel's beautiful sandy beach...
very tastefully decorated and very comfortable bed!
Stilwell Hotel set amid upscale shopping and dining in the city center, is less than 0.6 mi from Carmel Beach. Free WiFi and a daily continental breakfast are included.
Location is exceptional. Staff is friendly and helpful.
This is our third time coming to Carmel, and if I win the...
This is our third time coming to Carmel, and if I win the lotto, I will buy here. It is like nothing else you can experience on the West Coast. There are so many shops, wine tasting, hundreds of wonderful restaurants, and, did I say shopping? We coordinated this trip with a concert at the Sun Set Center. If you can attend a concert there, you will not be let down. It was amazing and within walking distance.
Jennifer
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Carmel is a wonderful place to visit, we were lucky that the...
Carmel is a wonderful place to visit, we were lucky that the weather was so GOOD. The town has many great shops, restaurants and art galleries. It is a wonderful pace to celebrate a special occasion and there is Pebble Beach and the 17 mile drive!!
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Anonymous
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Carmel is a cute, charming seaside town with plenty of...
Carmel is a cute, charming seaside town with plenty of shopping and restaurants. Mostly all parking is on-street parallel parking. The Adobe Inn, where we stayed, is located within a block of all the restaurants and shops and even has its own parking garage located below the Inn. At night the town pretty much clears out after 9 or 10, but walking back to the Inn felt safe. The town is also a great base if you are planning on visiting Monterey, 17 Mile Drive, or Big Sur.
Marietta
United States of America
10
Scored 10
Carmel is the jewel in the PCH crown.
Carmel is the jewel in the PCH crown. A beautiful spot with its own personality. The cutest shops, amazing food and outstanding beaches. Super close to Big Sur and also the 17 Mile Drive - make sure you visit Peeble Beach Golf Club!
julie
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
The morning and afternoon is the best time to spend it in...
The morning and afternoon is the best time to spend it in Carmel. During night time it’s not lit up as you think it would be. But during the day it’s absolutely amazing. All the shops, cafes, restaurants. The walking. Everything is near by. The beach to the town is like 10 min walk. We stayed for 3 nights and 4 days
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Anonymous
10
Scored 10
Although a little crowded before Christmas, we loved Carmel.
Although a little crowded before Christmas, we loved Carmel. A lot of good restaurants to eat, not cheap, but a long list of great places. Friendly people. Great beach and other beaches near by. You can visit Monterey, close by.
Very nice little hotel in the middle of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Very nicely decorated and furnished. The location is perfect - just about 10-15 mins’ drive from Monterey’s attractions. The 17-mile Drive is a short drive away as well. Less than 10 mins drive away heading south is the Point Lobos State Natural Reserve where you can do easy hikes overlooking the California coast. Parking at the hotel is very convenient as the lots are just outside the rooms. There are restaurants and markets within walking distance as well.
Hotel Playa Carmel is quintessential California quaint. As we stroll through the town and down to the beach it was obvious there was nowhere else we want to stay in Carmel. The staff was excellent always happy and ready to assist. From beautiful breakfast buffets, coffee/tea service early each am (for east coasters!) to excellent cappuccinos upon request-All included in the hotel cost. Although everything in town is walkable the hotel offers a shuttle service at night for when you want to dress up/drink.
It was very close to town and we really enjoyed that it was an indepentently owned hotel. The room was spacious and there was a little cute courtyard with a table (it seemed it was primarily for use for the rooms directly off the courtyard, but we sat there anyway!). The fireplace warmed the place right up. It also made a big difference traveling as a family to have 1.5 bathrooms in our room. The hotel itself is a great value for the Carmel area. We would stay there again.
First thing if you do get a room in the block of rooms they have such the best view of Carmel River and all the animal life that goes up and down woke up to a blue heron probably 150 ft from my window fishing line on the river I don't know if you ever seen the movie vacation with Chevy Chase will in the beginning of the movie they show they traveled through Big Sur so I could truly say if the griswalts were going through they would have stayed at the River Inn:-)
Staff are excellent and very accomodating. Everthing was very clean in the room or generally all over the place. Location within Carmel by the sea is perfect. Breakfast was good. Complementary Wine and Cheese was a nice surprise. We rented their bicycles (free) which was also a nice treat to ride around the town. For a 3 star hotel this is exceptional value!
Large rooms, modern aesthetic and looked new-ish.
Location was good, just off the highway and about 5 mins from Carmel-by-the-Sea
Right next to a gas station and shopping center which was convenient. Overall, great for a short stay esp if you find the Carmel hotel rooms too tiny/in need of updation.
Location was fantastic - staff were really friendly. We’ve been to Carmel numerous times and stayed in other hotels but this one has been the best so far. Location wise it was superb. Easily walkable to the beach and close to all the shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Great location to the main area of Carmel by the Sea and the beaches. Staff is very friendly. They have fresh baked cookies at check in and checkout. They were very helpful mailing me my AirPods when I accidentally left it in the room. Highly recommend for a quick visit
This property is in Carmel and is very affordable. The bed was comfortable and the room was reasonably sized. The wifi worked. It was nice not to have anyone over top of us in our room. They are dog friendly for a reasonable rate.
Beautiful little hotel in Carmel, with wonderful helpful and friendly hosts. Rooms have an open fireplace, ready to use which we really appreciated. Its location is perfect, close to the town centre, nature reserve and the beach.
The area of the hotel is excellent, close to the beach and a 12 minute walk from the center.
The hotel has opened a couple of months ago after a complete renovation.
I strongly recommend it when visiting Carmel by the Sea.
lovely hotel - friendly staff - great breakfast provided - fresh pastries, coffee, juice and yogurt. Pool was heated, with sauna and towels provided. Walk to centre of Carmel only 10 minutes away.
Everything! The location is spot on, parking is easy, and the staff were wonderful. The little extras that are included make this hotel have a boutique feel. We loved it.
Carmel-by-the-Sea is one of my favorite locations! Hotel in a central location, near restaurants and close to beautiful beaches and 17-mile drive. Felt safe.
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