Downtown Carmel

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."

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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 €239 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
€239
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,722 reviews)
"Walls were thin. We could hear the footsteps above, the neighbors running their water. No AC."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
The price is €230 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€230
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Very disappointing experience. The hotel is the epitome of “lipstick on a plg”. At first glance it looks opulent but in reality it’s aged and tattered with creaky floors, chipped furniture and supposed precious “antiques”. The room cleaning was really horrible but the worst was the ridiculous policy ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Pine Inn
Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel

3.5 out of 5
Mission Street at Third Avenue Carmel CA
The price is €296 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
€296
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Though the check-in process initially was delayed, the staff and property itself made up for it. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the room and property was very clean and well maintained. The location is walking distance to all the shops and restaurants as well as the beach . The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Tradewinds Carmel
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

4 out of 5
Ocean And Junipero Carmel CA
The price is €484 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
€484
14 Jul - 15 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
"The details MATTER here! Every little inconvenience you could think of, they tried to offer some solution for it. It’s a beautiful room that’s cozy, filled with Diptyque products to unwind to in the shower, Marvis toothpaste samples, and even a little Nespresso machine with both tea and coffee options. ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
5th And Junipero Carmel CA
The price is €190 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
€190
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, but the property is pretty dated and rooms could have been cleaner."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 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 €270 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€270
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (3,330 reviews)
"Everyone was very friendly and helpful. We requested early check in as we had an event we needed to get to and they were very pleasant about it and were able to accommodate."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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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.

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.

Northwest Carmel

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

Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos Ranch and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.



Downtown Carmel

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