Downtown Carmel Travel Guide

Carmel

A coastal residential area with houses along the shoreline, rocky cliffs, and dense trees in the background.
A traditional half-timbered building with ivy-covered trees and a red flower border.
A fire station with a red and white fire truck parked in front.
A charming house with a stone facade, a thatched roof, and a bay window.
A quaint building with a turret, a window with a white frame, and a sign that reads "Hush House."

Stay near popular Downtown Carmel attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Carmel

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 out of 5
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA
The price is Rp4.298.063 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp4.298.063
Rp4.844.648 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,749 reviews)
"Clean quiet room"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
The price is Rp4.513.872 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp4.513.872
Rp5.158.311 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"No AC, no elevators."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Pine Inn
Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
5th And Junipero Carmel CA
The price is Rp4.288.178 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp4.288.178
Rp5.078.305 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The bed is very soft. The coffee maker is not a good quality. The cost per night was a bit higher considering the quality. The good point about it, is for being in walking distance to the shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Carmel Inn And Suites
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is Rp5.204.549 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp5.204.549
Rp6.147.567 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,390 reviews)
"The staff were incredibly friendly, and the hotel's location is excellent. I had a great overall experience; however, I would caution other travelers that the Tesla charging station, while convenient for overnight charging, is more expensive than a standard Supercharger. If you prioritize saving ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.973.658 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
Rp3.973.658
Rp4.683.731 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,811 reviews)
"Room was nice, near by a shopping center, good location to go around Carmel. Very beautiful plants"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is Rp7.414.352 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp7.414.352
Rp8.529.615 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,616 reviews)
"BEAUTIFUL RESORT we will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

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

Golden Rectangle

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

Southeast Carmel

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

Northwest Carmel

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

Northeast Carmel

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

Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach.



Downtown Carmel Travel Guide