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 Rp3.597.371 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.597.371
Rp4.059.636 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ...
Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
5th And Junipero Carmel CA
The price is Rp3.817.961 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.817.961
Rp4.559.061 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room massages and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"The room wasn’t that clean and the antique looking chairs were dirty and stained. It was near shops and parking was accessible."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 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 Rp5.011.918 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp5.011.918
Rp5.923.029 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (3,501 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Portola Hotel & Spa Monterey! The location is perfect—right in the heart of downtown Monterey, within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf, the marina, great restaurants, and the beautiful waterfront. Our room was spacious, clean, quiet, and very comfortable. The hotel ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is Rp5.028.138 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp5.028.138
Rp6.530.237 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is Rp3.576.286 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.576.286
Rp4.242.851 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,841 reviews)
"Best place to stay in carmel"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 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 Rp7.282.690 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp7.282.690
Rp8.379.249 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ...
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.

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.

Southeast Carmel

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

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 Travel Guide