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Carmel Hotel Guide. Hotels in Carmel Highlands, Carmel, United States of America

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Fireplace

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (972 reviews)
"Beautiful resort!!!! And the restaurant at the resort has the most amazing view of the ocean. Staff are so friendly and accommodating. Can’t wait to come back to this beautiful resort."
United States
luann
The price is €706
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Daily full breakfast for a fee

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (311 reviews)
"Great property to stay and enjoy your vacation"
United States
Seda
The price is €647
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
Exterior

Gateway Lodge

Gateway Lodge
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Carmel Highlands
7.4 out of 10, Good, (794 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Janeth
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Gateway Lodge
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge
3.0 star property
14 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,106 reviews)
"Good size room, comfy beds, great breakfast boxes available!"
Australia
Lisa
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Olympia Lodge
Lobby

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,135 reviews)
"very clean and nice room and helpful staff. We enjoyed our stay there."
United States
Mehran
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Sand Castle Inn
Front of property

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay
2.5 star property
23.5 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,148 reviews)
"I liked how convenient the location is and they had a nice grab and go breakfast."
United States
Isabel
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay
Garden

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
24.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,067 reviews)
"Great stay for price and perfect distance between Monterey and moss landing!"
United States
David
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Beach nearby

Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Vyacheslav
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Deer Haven Inn
Room, 1 King Bed

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,725 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
James
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Pacific Inn
View from property

Sunset Inn

Sunset Inn
2.5 star property
14 km from Carmel Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,053 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful, rooms were very clean and updated and the beds were so comfortable! "
United States
Nancy
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Sunset Inn
Front of property

Bay Breeze Inn

Bay Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Carmel Highlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Location was great"
United States
Paz Danika
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Bay Breeze Inn
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Asilomar Conference Grounds

Asilomar Conference Grounds
2.0 star property
12.8 km from Carmel Highlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Phenomenal location"
United States
Nahum
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Asilomar Conference Grounds
Garden view

Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
9.6 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Alex
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Padre Oaks
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.0 star property
15.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient, close to the beach and food, shopping etc."
United States
Kyle
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Seaside Inn
Courtyard

Merritt House Hotel

Merritt House Hotel
2.0 star property
11.2 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful property with private rooms and a lovely morning breakfast."
United States
John
The price is €259
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Merritt House Hotel
Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View

Cannery Row Inn

Cannery Row Inn
2.0 star property
12.2 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,326 reviews)
"The inn’s staff is friendly and helpful. This hotel is very clean and well-maintained. It is conveniently located to the Monterey Bay aquarium and shops. I plan on staying at this inn in the future."
United States
Juanita
The price is €190
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Cannery Row Inn
Exterior

Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
9.8 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,255 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly at check in. Property was clean and quiet. Parking can be a little crampy when fully occupied but was able to find parking. Bed was comfortable. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Stacy
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Monterey Surf Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers

El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,089 reviews)
"Great place and location"
United States
Jefferson
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
El Castell Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Monterey

Vagabond Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Carmel Highlands
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fine"
United States
Naresh
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Vagabond Inn Monterey
Front of property

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
3.0 star property
11.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,709 reviews)
"Great for price and location"
United States
Andrew
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
The Monterey Hotel
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Where to stay in Carmel Highlands

Find the best Carmel Highlands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A quaint building with a turret, a window with a white frame, and a sign that reads "Hush House."
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Open Photo by Aimee Bollinger

Downtown Carmel

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

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a tree on the right.
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Open Photo by Bryce Karr

Golden Rectangle

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

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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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Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher

Northeast Carmel

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

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Northwest Carmel

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

Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was real accommodating, the man went out of his way to bring something we asked for."
Charles 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Stargazer Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Carmel Highlands?
Carmel Highlands is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its seaside and sunsets. Make sure that you visit Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach as part of your Carmel Highlands travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Carmel Highlands?
Based on our traveller data, Hyatt Carmel Highlands is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmel Highlands. This resort is a short 12-minute walk from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the area is Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn.
How many hotels are there in Carmel Highlands?
Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmel Highlands to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Carmel area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmel Highlands, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Carmel Highlands.
What is there to do in this Carmel neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Carmel Highlands with a visit to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gravity Garden. Gibson Beach and Point Lobos Ranch are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmel Highlands include China Cove, Hidden Beach and Weston Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Carmel, make sure that you visit other sights such as Monastery Beach or Palo Corona Regional Park.

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