Carmel River State Beach Car Rental

There’s at least one car rental company within a quick drive of Carmel River State Beach. Rent a car that matches your needs and explore Carmel on your own schedule. Even in a city with good public transportation, you can seriously cut down travel time, giving you more time to take in the sights.

You can pick up a cheap car rental near Carmel River State Beach. However, the cost of a set of wheels can vary based on certain factors, like the preferred vehicle class, your pick-up and drop-off points and travel dates. Expedia makes it a breeze to land the perfect option for your budget, so check out our exclusive offers from a large range of car rental companies and drive away with a money-saving deal!

Explore your options for parking at Carmel River State Beach by browsing the attraction’s official website. Parking apps are also good tools to use when renting a car in an unfamiliar destination. Check if they have any free parking at Carmel River State Beach or if it’s possible to reserve a spot beforehand to save time when you get here.

Recharge yourself, and your vehicle, at one of Expedia’s hotels with electric car charging stations. Check for any of these getaways near Carmel River State Beach and wake up ready to hit the road with a full battery.

Around 14 kilometres to the northeast, Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) is the closest major airport near Carmel River State Beach. Rent a car soon after you touchdown in Carmel and travel to and from your hotel and all the key attractions in style and convenience.

To visit Carmel River State Beach, you’ll need to travel around 3 kilometres to the north of downtown Carmel.

With your own car, your opportunities for exploring are just about endless! Point Sur Lighthouse, Big Sur Discovery Centre and Point Sur State Historic Park are easy day trips from central Carmel once you’ve crossed off Carmel River State Beach.

Don’t leave your trip to chance and plan ahead — visit Carmel River State Beach’s official website for the latest opening and closing hours. A handy tip? Check the attraction’s online reviews, or search for it on social media. You’ll often get some useful advice from travellers who have recently visited.

Terrific deals are just the start of the reasons you should rent a ride with Expedia. We’ll help you choose the ideal car for your holiday, and when you bundle it with your airfare and hotel, you can save even more! Become an Expedia Rewards member for free and you can also earn points and discounts on future travel. Searching for flexibility with your Carmel River State Beach car rental? Use Expedia’s filter tool to search for offers that come with free cancellation.