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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carriage House Inn	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 492 reviews	View
Carmel Bay View Inn	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,622 reviews	View
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 400 reviews	View
Tally Ho Inn	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 283 reviews	View
Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 163 reviews	View

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 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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The Famous Bixby Bridge on California State Route 1

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.

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Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Upon check-in Raul was friendly and helpful. Upgrade VERY MUCH appreciated !! Like the safe location to all attractions. #1 best place to stay while in town. Parking is appreciated; handicap parking should be free;$25 per night is high perhaps a discount for those with placards. Bath tub backed up @ first use but it was promptly taken care of. Thank you."

Bay Breeze Inn

2/10 Terrible

"There was blood everywhere and the water was white and dirty. There was men digging outside and the parking lot was a mess. The woman manager was extremely rude and didn’t want my service dog around because she is scared of dogs. They charged my son and promised refund that he never got. Housekeeper and manager walk in the rooms without knocking even with a do not disturb sign. They overwork one young housekeeper and I had to purchase my own linens and cleaning supplies."

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

6/10 Okay

"A slightly disappointing stay, had expected better from a Hyatt. The internet was very poor in the hotel bedrooms, but worked fine in the lobby area. The room was very spacious, but the soundproofing was poor & could hear the crying/ screaming kids upstairs/ next door. The patio was very disappointing, just a narrow balcony with a view of a bush. The restaurant was good and the cafe shop & lobby area had nice seating. Overall I would not stay here again & it was not good value for money."

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 Normandy 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 62 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. The Carmel Business Association, Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room and De Tierra Vineyards are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Carmel. Sunset Center and Golden Bough Playhouse are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carmel.

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Normandy Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Pine Inn

Tradewinds Carmel

Carmel Inn And Suites

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Tally Ho Inn

Monte Verde Inn

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

L Auberge Carmel

Carriage House Inn

Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Sunset Inn

Bay Breeze Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Steinbeck Lodge

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Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

Golden Rectangle

Southeast Carmel

Northeast Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Carmel Highlands

Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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