Golden Rectangle
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 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.
Sunset Center
Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.
Galante Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Galante Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area or enjoy its golf courses.
Golden Bough Playhouse
You can make plans for a show at Golden Bough Playhouse on your trip to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room during your travels to Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its golf courses.
Things to do
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Top hotels in Golden Rectangle
La Playa Hotel
We absolutely enjoyed our stay at the La Playa Hotel. Hospitality was excellent and all the staff was very friendly. The room and amenities were great. You can't beat the location. It's just a few minutes from the beach and the main shopping area in Carmel. We appreciated the amenities that were ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026
Pine Inn
Rustic. Walkable. Convenient.
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026
Normandy Inn
Clean room, wonderfully helpful staff and a fantastic location!
Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Clean room, great distance from everything. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026
Carmel Beach Hotel
Spotless and quiet room. But the breakfast is not included as I thought it was.
Reviewed on 6 Jan, 2026
L Auberge Carmel
Nice service, comfortable room
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Rectangle
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.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza 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.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
