A coastal residential area with houses along the shoreline, rocky cliffs, and dense trees in the background.

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

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Our top choices for Downtown Carmel hotels

Balcony

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,723 reviews)
"Great hotel and within walking distance of downtown Carmel. Would definitely stay again"
United States
Michael
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Carmel Bay View Inn
Front of property

Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Bryan
The price is €279
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Normandy Inn
Dining

Cypress Inn

Cypress Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"The hotel is great. Very charming. Our $450 room was a tiny box with no charm. For that price, the least they could do is provide bath robes (like other hotels do who charge that much.)"
United States
Laurie
The price is €328
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Cypress Inn
Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Tally Ho Inn

Tally Ho Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (288 reviews)
"This is a Beautiful Hotel. Loved the private deck and the view."
United States
Tracie
The price is €286
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Tally Ho Inn
Lobby

Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"I really like this hotel friendly clean and reasonable and love the vintage feel"
United States
Novella
The price is €190
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Carmel Inn And Suites
Property entrance

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Carmel Green Lantern Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (717 reviews)
"Great location and cute rooms."
United States
George Riley
The price is €329
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Street view

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (922 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Karla
The price is €238
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
Pool

Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel and easy walk to the beach."
United States
Carol
The price is €206
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn
Exterior

Pine Inn

Pine Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"The parking is great. The check in staff is great and friendly"
United States
guillermo
The price is €230
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Pine Inn
Front of property

Monte Verde Inn

Monte Verde Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (684 reviews)
"Great service and location"
United States
Bleu
The price is €266
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Monte Verde Inn
View from property

Wayside Inn

Wayside Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a very nice place to stay. "
United States
Ana
The price is €311
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Wayside Inn
Room, Private Bathroom (Serenity Suite)

Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"I loved the view of the beach and the fireplace"
United States
Maria Guadalupe
The price is €292
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Tradewinds Carmel
Lobby sitting area

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (192 reviews)
"Cute breakfast, great locations. The rooms were quaint but well designed. Enjoyed our stay! "
United States
Mie
The price is €401
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
Property grounds

Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (170 reviews)
"Great little place Nice and helpful staff Can’t wait to come back"
United States
John
The price is €305
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge
Room

Carriage House Inn

Carriage House Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (500 reviews)
"Incredible stay. So comfortable and the amenities were wonderful!"
United States
Nancy
The price is €426
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Carriage House Inn
Terrace/patio

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (418 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast and fresh chocolate chip cookies daily that were a nice touch. Very central location to the town center - easy to walk everywhere. "
United States
Melissa
The price is €479
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Outdoor spa tub

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, very clean, nice breakfast, good parking. "
United States
Cheryl
The price is €349
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Courtyard

L Auberge Carmel

L Auberge Carmel
4.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (580 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
carmel
The price is €661
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
L Auberge Carmel
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields, 2.2 km from Downtown Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The grounds were so beautiful! Loved the dog friendly cottages with fenced porches. Would stay again for sure."
United States
Sheila
The price is €219
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
View from property

Sunset Inn

Sunset Inn
2.5 star property
8.4 km from Downtown Carmel
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 €135
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Sunset Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Carmel

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Balcony
Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,723 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
418 reviews
View
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Wayside Inn
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Property grounds
Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
170 reviews
View
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area
L Auberge Carmel
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
580 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

Find the best Downtown Carmel areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a tree on the right.
Photo by Bryce Karr
Open Photo by Bryce Karr

Golden Rectangle

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

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, dense green vegetation, and a solitary tree on a cliff overlooking the ocean.
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.

A wooden amphitheater with bleachers, a stage, and a stone wall.

Southeast Carmel

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

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and red flowers in the foreground.

Northwest Carmel

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

A coastal landscape with a bridge, cliffs, and ocean.

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.

Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We had a blast! My children loved every minute of it. From the ease of access to the beach, to whale watching from our room, the spa, gym, lounge area, and fire pits, everything was wonderful. We can’t wait to visit again."
Roxanna 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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