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 Cypress Inn .

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 64 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. Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room, De Tierra Vineyards and Sunset Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Carmel. Golden Bough Playhouse and Forest Theater Guild are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carmel.

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

1. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

Chienyuan

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

2. Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious room with a large wooden dining table, two armchairs, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

3. Cypress Inn

Downtown Carmel

Ernesto

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A cozy room with a wooden floor, a white table, and a green door.

4. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Downtown Carmel

Kelsey

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, and a balcony with curtains.

5. Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A traditional building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a brick pathway.

6. Pine Inn

Downtown Carmel

Rhonda

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A patio with a round table and chairs, a large umbrella, and potted plants.

7. Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

Downtown Carmel

Carol

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A building with a sign that reads "Welcome to the Inn."

8. Monte Verde Inn

Downtown Carmel

Christopher

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a wooden wardrobe, and a desk with a chair.

9. Carmel Inn And Suites

Downtown Carmel

Don

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two green armchairs, a round wooden side table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

10. Wayside Inn

Downtown Carmel

Marina

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a potted orchid.

11. Tally Ho Inn

Downtown Carmel

Ryan

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a swimming pool.

12. Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Downtown Carmel

Sharon

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A patio area with a stone pillar, wicker chairs, a bicycle, and potted plants.

13. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Downtown Carmel

monica

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A bedroom with a fireplace, a large bed, a bench with pillows, a view through the window, and a round mirror on the wall.

14. Carriage House Inn

Downtown Carmel

Alexander

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A courtyard with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a flag.

15. L Auberge Carmel

Downtown Carmel

Ishay

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A coastal building with a deck extending over the water, featuring a balcony with seating.

16. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Northwest Carmel, 0.4 km from Downtown Carmel

Alla

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony, a stone fireplace, and a well-maintained garden.

17. Candle Light Inn

Northwest Carmel, 0.2 km from Downtown Carmel

Shawn

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A sign for Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites, surrounded by a stone wall and landscaping.

18. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Northeast Carmel, 1 km from Downtown Carmel

HongDao

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A laptop on a table with a newspaper, a vase with flowers, and a view of trees through a window.

19. Hofsas House Hotel

Northwest Carmel, 0.4 km from Downtown Carmel

Matt

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

20. Carmel Mission Inn

2.1 km from Downtown Carmel

Micah

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carriage House Inn	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 519 reviews	View
Tradewinds Carmel	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Carmel Bay View Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,845 reviews	View
Normandy Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Cypress Inn	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 40 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

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Golden Rectangle

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

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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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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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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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Carmel Point

If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Pacific Inn

10/10 Excellent

"My friend and I stayed in a double queen room at the Pacific Inn in Monterey. The room was spacious, clean and the beds were comfortable. The sink was open to the room with a private shower/bathtub with toilet combo. The room included a table with 2 chairs so we could comfortably eat take-out food and play cards when desired. There's a reasonably priced restaurant within a short walking distance for good breakfasts and lunches. We didn't try it for dinner, but likely would be good down-home cooking then too. The gentleman who checked us in and out was kind, efficient and professional. The Pacific Inn is not especially close to sightseeing venues, but was fairly easy to navigate to and from venues when driving. The reasonable cost for the Pacific Inn made it worth the minor inconvenience. We agreed that we recommend this motel and would stay at the Pacific Inn again."

Pine Inn

8/10 Good

"The space was nice and room quite lovely, but when I checked in, I was told the $40.00 was for any spills/stains, etc., in the room during our stay. If nothing was found, then the $40.00 would be refunded. No food product or drinks were spilled. Unfortunately, the hotel did not refund the money. Of the many hotels I have stayed at in the past, payments such as this has never been charged when checking in. As much as I liked the area, I think I would stay somewhere else."

Hotels in Downtown Carmel

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Our top choices for Downtown Carmel hotels

1. Carmel Bay View Inn

2. Normandy Inn

3. Cypress Inn

4. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

5. Tradewinds Carmel

6. Pine Inn

7. Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

8. Monte Verde Inn

9. Carmel Inn And Suites

10. Wayside Inn

11. Tally Ho Inn

12. Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

13. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

14. Carriage House Inn

15. L Auberge Carmel

16. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

17. Candle Light Inn

18. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

19. Hofsas House Hotel

20. Carmel Mission Inn

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Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

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