Northwest Carmel
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Popular places to visit
Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.
Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.
Monastery Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours
Top hotels in Northwest Carmel
Carmel Bay View Inn
The property was well maintained, breakfast had hot food and a good selection of bagels, bread and pastries. I didn't like their policy that guests must make arrangements before 11 am to have their room serviced. It would be much better to have rooms serviced every other day (Monday, Wednesday, Friday ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Hotel Carmel
We would definitely stay here again!! Adorable place, clean rooms, sweet courtyard is comfortable and warm. Love hanging out there, in and out of the room. The staff is friendly, the food delicious and the beverages as well.
Reviewed on 21 Oct, 2025
Stilwell Hotel
I had an excellent stay! Could not have gone better! Norah the front desk receptionist was stellar, nice room, comfortable bedding, complimentary parking and my room came with breakfast that was healthy and delicious! Highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Oct, 2025
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
I had a wonderful midweek stay in a 2 room suite. The value is unbeatable… for the price I expected it to be run down or dirty, but it was great! Very walkable to downtown and the ocean as well. No car needed. I’ll be back next year!
Reviewed on 24 Oct, 2025
Hofsas House Hotel
Check in was a breeze, we arrived early and they had our room ready. The suite was very large and comfortable. The rooms are a bit dated, but the service and location more than made up for it.
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
Carmel Inn And Suites
Clean room.
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Carmel
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
