Jack's Peak Travel Guide
Carmel
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Popular places to visit

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

Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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 Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Monastery Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
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: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Top hotels in Jack's Peak

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Quick overnighter after a long day if golf. The hotel is a maze. Don't get caught without your room key or you'll be stuck between buildings, as we were. Valet and front desk were friendly and efficient. Room reserved was a king bed, room we received had 2 doubles. Weird sleeping in separate beds ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Very nice stay.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Spa is not actually a spa, staff in general ignorant and neither steam room nor sauna was ready for guests to enjoy. Shouldn’t be there as the rest of the property and staff was brilliant!
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Clean, well appointed room, comfortable mattress and pillows, solid WiFi, and large TVs. Vanity space was lacking. Restaurant prices were high but service and food were good. Biggest complaint was the near-$200 in resort fees and parking. This has always been a reputable property in Monterey, but ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
One noisy night and they wouldn’t extend my checkout time like they usually do for just one hour
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Stargazer Inn and Suites
The check-in is excepted to be all electronic but i hasn't seen the email before arriving. We happened to catch someone at the counter who did assist us. The room was two separate bedrooms with one shared bath but the bathroom door configuration was very odd. It was convenient that both bedrooms ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jack's Peak

High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

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

Rancho Rio Vista
While Rancho Rio Vista isn't home to many top sights, The Barnyard and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

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

