What is Carmel Riviera like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Carmel's Carmel Riviera neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Carmel Riviera area?

When you want to find places to stay in Carmel, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmel Riviera.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmel Riviera, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Carmel Riviera.

What are the top things to see and do in Carmel Riviera?

A few places to visit in the area around Carmel Riviera include Gravity Garden, Gibson Beach and China Cove. While you're out sightseeing, Hidden Beach and Weston Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Carmel.

Top 10 Carmel Riviera Hotels of 2026

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

1. Carmel Mission Inn

6.6 km from Carmel Riviera

Micah

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

2. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel, 8 km from Carmel Riviera

Chienyuan

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

3. Aura Inn Monterey

11.7 km from Carmel Riviera

Rachel

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A wooden deck with a chair and a railing.

4. Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

13.6 km from Carmel Riviera

Orest

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A courtyard with a fire pit, seating area, and a white wall with a balcony.

5. Hotel Pacific

13.5 km from Carmel Riviera

Alexis

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a fireplace, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

12.7 km from Carmel Riviera

Linda

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

14 km from Carmel Riviera

Jonathan

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

8. Pacific Inn

14.5 km from Carmel Riviera

Sean

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A landscaped pathway leading to a building with balconies and outdoor lighting.

9. Mariposa Inn & Suites

11.5 km from Carmel Riviera

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.

10. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

15 km from Carmel Riviera

FABIAN

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a bathtub.

11. Carmel Hill Lodge

11.5 km from Carmel Riviera

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

12. Padre Oaks

11.8 km from Carmel Riviera

Navpreet

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

13. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

13.9 km from Carmel Riviera

Julio

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

14. Stargazer Hotel

12.4 km from Carmel Riviera

Hooman

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

15. The Stevenson Monterey

12.9 km from Carmel Riviera

Sharon

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium

11.8 km from Carmel Riviera

Sandra

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story building with a covered porch, columns, and a flower bed with pink flowers.

17. Arbor Inn Monterey

12.3 km from Carmel Riviera

Caylee

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a long corridor lined with wooden chairs, framed artwork, and hanging plants.

18. Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG

14.6 km from Carmel Riviera

Donald

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

19. Best Western Park Crest Inn

12.3 km from Carmel Riviera

Luciana

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

20. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields, 6.2 km from Carmel Riviera

Giacomo

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Where to stay in Carmel Riviera

Find the best Carmel Riviera areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A street sign with directions to City of Carmel-by-the-Sea, HWY 1, Public Parking 2 Blks, Carmel Mission, and Sunset Center.

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

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A house with a unique architectural style, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Golden Rectangle

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

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A riverbank with sand and rocks, a calm river, and a mountainous landscape in the background.

Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

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A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a rocky outcrop, and a person walking.

Northwest Carmel

If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, dense green vegetation, and a solitary tree on a cliff overlooking the ocean.

Northeast Carmel

While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Carmel Riviera Hotel Reviews

Monterey Peninsula Inn

8/10 Good

"Nice cozy cottage in a very nice place close to the ocean. Minutes from Carmel and Monterey Bay."

Hotel Abrego

10/10 Excellent

"We were pleasantly surprised at the lovely room, courteous staff and great location. We don't drink wine, but the wine vouchers were a nice touch. (We gifted them to some other travellers) My only issue was the fireplace worked intermittently and there was not enough counter space in the bathroom. All in all we would stay there the next time we are in Monterey and definitely will recommend the Abrego!"

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Our top choices for Carmel Riviera hotels

1. Carmel Mission Inn

2. Carmel Bay View Inn

3. Aura Inn Monterey

4. Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

5. Hotel Pacific

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

7. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

8. Pacific Inn

9. Mariposa Inn & Suites

10. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

11. Carmel Hill Lodge

12. Padre Oaks

13. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

14. Stargazer Hotel

15. The Stevenson Monterey

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium

17. Arbor Inn Monterey

18. Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG

19. Best Western Park Crest Inn

20. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Where to stay in Carmel Riviera

Downtown Carmel

Golden Rectangle

Southeast Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Northeast Carmel

Top Carmel Riviera Hotel Reviews

Monterey Peninsula Inn

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