Northwest Carmel Travel Guide
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Visit Northwest Carmel
Stay near popular Northwest Carmel attractions
Things to do

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Top hotels in Northwest Carmel

Carmel Bay View Inn
"staffs are friendly"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Hotel Carmel
"Great location everything in walking distance we loved the continental breakfast."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
"Great spot! Great location. Clean, convenient, cute, dog friendly!"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hofsas House Hotel
"Great location. Property is closed to everything. We checked in and we asked for a place to have dinner. The gentlemen at the front desk gave us a few choices and suggested happy hour at ______. We parked our car and we walked to the restaurant. Cocktails on the roof top and dinner in the dining ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Carmel Fireplace Inn
"There was a strong smell we could not pinpoint of what. We slept with the windows and top of half door open."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Carmel Inn And Suites
"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
Where to stay in Northwest Carmel

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

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.

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.




















