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Our top choices for Downtown Carmel hotels

Front of property

Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, rooms are clean and it was"
United States
Dennis
The price is S$351
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Normandy Inn
Property entrance

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Carmel Green Lantern Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (724 reviews)
"Great location and cute rooms."
United States
George Riley
The price is S$414
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Balcony

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,752 reviews)
"Great stay for our Carmel getaway"
United States
Austin
The price is S$374
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Carmel Bay View Inn
Lobby

Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I really like this hotel friendly clean and reasonable and love the vintage feel"
United States
Novella
The price is S$341
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Carmel Inn And Suites
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Lovely stay."
United States
Monique
The price is S$402
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Tradewinds Carmel
Street view

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (927 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Karla
The price is S$408
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
Lobby

Cypress Inn

Cypress Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Love this pl"
United States
Suzanne
The price is S$560
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Cypress Inn
Front of property

Monte Verde Inn

Monte Verde Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (687 reviews)
"Great location and a beautiful Inn."
United States
La Raye
The price is S$391
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Monte Verde Inn
Pool

Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel and easy walk to the beach."
United States
Carol
The price is S$348
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn
Terrace/patio

Tally Ho Inn

Tally Ho Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"This is a Beautiful Hotel. Loved the private deck and the view."
United States
Tracie
The price is S$654
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Tally Ho Inn
Exterior

Pine Inn

Pine Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,014 reviews)
"Very beautiful place, great location and pleasant staff"
United States
Pamela
The price is S$367
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pine Inn
Exterior

Wayside Inn

Wayside Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"We wished to inquire about the free breakfast but no one answered the phone as Front Desk before 8AM? Most travelers get going early in the AM. Had to eat breakfast elsewhere."
United States
David
The price is S$536
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Wayside Inn
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Carriage House Inn

Carriage House Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (504 reviews)
"We had an amazing trip and a fantastic stay at the Carriage House!!! Staff were incredible, location was perfect, room was fantastic and breakfast was perfect!!! Could not recommend highly enough!!!"
United States
Joseph
The price is S$627
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Carriage House Inn
Property grounds

Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Our stay was great. The location is walking distance to so many things, and the front desk staff gave us some great recommendations for restaurants and shopping. The continental breakfast was delivered to our door in the mornings in a cute picnic basket, and everything was fresh. The balcony was comfortable, and we had an ocean view. Lovely weekend!!"
United States
Bruce
The price is S$448
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (193 reviews)
"Cute breakfast, great locations. The rooms were quaint but well designed. Enjoyed our stay! "
United States
Mie
The price is S$801
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
Outdoor spa tub

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel located in the heart of an even more charming town, Carmel-by-the-Sea. While breakfast is only served starting at 8:30 AM, the premium quality makes it well worth the wait."
United States
Himanshu
The price is S$531
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Terrace/patio

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 reviews)
"Fabulouss location within walking glance to downtown Carmel and great biking. Comfortable bed and stylish interiors with attentive staff. A little pricey for the quality but location location location."
United States
Erica
The price is S$757
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Courtyard

L Auberge Carmel

L Auberge Carmel
4.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (580 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
carmel
The price is S$1,037
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
L Auberge Carmel
Reception

Steinbeck Lodge

Steinbeck Lodge
2.0 star property
27.3 km from Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (290 reviews)
"Very kind people, clean motel, would stay again"
United States
Amber
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Steinbeck Lodge
Front of property

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay
2.5 star property
18.5 km from Downtown Carmel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,155 reviews)
"I liked how convenient the location is and they had a nice grab and go breakfast."
United States
Isabel
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Carmel

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Carriage House Inn
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
504 reviews
View
Balcony
Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,752 reviews
View
Front of property
Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Tally Ho Inn
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
293 reviews
View
Exterior
Wayside Inn
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

Find the best Downtown Carmel areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a tree on the right.
Photo by Bryce Karr
Open Photo by Bryce Karr

Golden Rectangle

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

A wooden amphitheater with bleachers, a stage, and a stone wall.

Southeast Carmel

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

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and red flowers in the foreground.

Northwest Carmel

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

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

Northeast Carmel

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

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.

Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good
"Property felt clean but slightly dated. Front desk staff was kind and courteous. Room was spacious and bed was firm. Did not stay to eat breakfast as we were on a quick overnight trip but would stay here again in order to enjoy the amenities. There is a resort fee and a parking fee which felt unnecessary."
Vanessa 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Carmel like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Carmel's Downtown Carmel neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Carmel travel tips? Make sure that you visit Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown Carmel?
Based on our traveller data, Carmel Bay View Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Carmel. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Carmel Beach, and it offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the area include Pine Inn and Carmel Inn And Suites.
How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Carmel area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Carmel, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 65 Downtown Carmel hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Carmel, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Carmel.
What is there to do in this Carmel neighbourhood?
If you have some time to wander around and enjoy the activities in Downtown Carmel, you could stop by Galante Vineyards, Blair Estate Tasting Room or Wrath Winery. Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Carmel Beach, The Carmel Business Association and Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Carmel. De Tierra Vineyards and Sunset Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carmel.