Carmel Woods
Carmel
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Popular places to visit

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 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.

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.

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.

Garrapata State Park
Enjoy a trip to Garrapata State Park and popular activities such as golfing in Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants.
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Carmel Woods

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hotel was beautiful and location is great!
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Crowded Good location Very clean
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Room was clean with fantastic views.
Reviewed on 3 Apr, 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Love staying in the older hotels and the location was great.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Great location, staff and venue. Our second time there and will be going again
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Property has freshly updated decor, but is an older structure. There were several families with young kids staying there, and the sound insulation between walls and floors is relatively poor. Facilities good, but noisy.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Woods

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.

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

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

Jack's Peak
If you're spending some time in Jack's Peak, Munras Avenue and Jacks Peak County Park are top sights worth seeing.

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

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

