Golden Rectangle Travel Guide

Carmel

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Carmel showing street scenes, a sunset and a small town or village

Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach featuring landscape views and a sandy beach as well as an individual female

Carmel Beach

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
Carmel Plaza

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.

Carmel Plaza
Sunset Center featuring interior views and theatre scenes

Sunset Center

Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.

Sunset Center

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.

Galante Vineyards

The Carmel Business Association

Enjoy an outing to The Carmel Business Association during your stay in Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

The Carmel Business Association

Blair Estate Tasting Room

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Blair Estate Tasting Room during your travels to Carmel. Stroll along the pebble beaches or seek out the golf courses.

Blair Estate Tasting Room

Things to do

Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Rp336.460
per adult
Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Rp2.674.857
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Dog Friendly 17 Mile Drive Electric Bike and Sidecar Guided Tour

Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour

Rp2.099.500
per adult
Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Rp2.674.857
per adult
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Real Wood Fire PEBBLE BEACH Location

Private Beach Bonfire in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Rp10.093.800
per traveller
Private Beach Bonfire in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Get social!

Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

Rp2.506.627
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour
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Top hotels in Golden Rectangle

La Playa Hotel
La Playa Hotel
4 out of 5
Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA
The price is Rp6.773.120 per night from 26 May to 27 May
Rp6.773.120
Rp8.801.906 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The property is gorgeous and we loved everything about it! The staff was welcoming, the room was comfortable, the lobby was cozy, and breakfast on the patio with beautiful ocean views was our favorite part. I also loved being able to walk to the beach each day."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

La Playa Hotel
Pine Inn
Pine Inn
3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde, Carmel, CA
The price is Rp4.173.489 per night from 11 May to 12 May
Rp4.173.489
Rp4.757.871 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Nice, almost super Nice.
"Jetted tub was nice, beds were cozy and warm. Walls are a bit thin, and bathroom needs to vent."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Pine Inn
Carmel Beach Hotel
Carmel Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave, Carmel, CA
The price is Rp6.485.346 per night from 5 May to 6 May
Rp6.485.346
Rp8.026.153 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
"Lovely relaxing few days! Can’t wait to go back!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Carmel Beach Hotel
Normandy Inn
Normandy Inn
2.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave., btwn Monte Verde St. & Casanova St., Carmel, CA
The price is Rp4.257.294 per night from 7 May to 8 May
Rp4.257.294
Rp4.793.312 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay at the Normandy Inn! We walked everywhere and dined in the best restaurants! Thank you!"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

Normandy Inn
L Auberge Carmel
L Auberge Carmel
4.5 out of 5
Monte Verde at Seventh, Carmel, CA
The price is Rp7.087.623 per night from 11 May to 12 May
Rp7.087.623
Rp8.696.406 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (517 reviews)
"Fantastic!"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

L Auberge Carmel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is Rp3.693.487 per night from 21 May to 22 May
Rp3.693.487
Rp4.373.040 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
"It was near the wharf and very close to restaurants and shopping . We especially liked the hotel restaurant. The food and service was excellent!"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Rectangle

Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Carmel
Forest Theater Guild featuring theatre scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

When in Southeast Carmel, you can plan a visit to Carmel Plaza and Carmel Mission Basilica, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southeast Carmel
Carmel Mission Basilica featuring a house, a fountain and skyline

Carmel Point

5/5(1 area review)

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

Carmel Point
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

5/5(12 area reviews)

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

Northwest Carmel
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Northeast Carmel

4/5(14 area reviews)

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

Northeast Carmel
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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.

Hatton Fields

Golden Rectangle Travel Guide