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

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Our top choices for Downtown Carmel hotels

Balcony

1. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,766 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and great location"
United States
Elisabetta
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Bay View Inn
Front of property

2. Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"just a nice place we will come again"
United States
THOMAS
The price is €262
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Normandy Inn
Exterior

3. Pine Inn

Pine Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very beautiful place, great location and pleasant staff"
United States
Pamela
The price is €266
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Pine Inn
Street view

4. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (939 reviews)
"Better than expected! We would definitely stay here again!"
United States
stacey
The price is €264
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
Pool

5. Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel and easy walk to the beach."
United States
Carol
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn
Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

6. Tally Ho Inn

Tally Ho Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"This is a Beautiful Hotel. Loved the private deck and the view."
United States
Tracie
The price is €283
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Tally Ho Inn
Lobby

7. Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Good for a price , old furniture but good location"
United States
Vladyslava
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Inn And Suites
Room, Private Bathroom (Serenity Suite)

8. Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Loved the balcony with a view of the ocean."
United States
Paul
The price is €323
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Tradewinds Carmel
Lobby

9. Cypress Inn

Cypress Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay!"
United States
Ernesto
The price is €371
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Cypress Inn
Property grounds

10. Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (176 reviews)
"Great little place Nice and helpful staff Can’t wait to come back"
United States
John
The price is €271
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge
Outdoor spa tub

11. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and super friendly staff. Loved afternoon cookies and wine & cheese hour!"
United States
Kristina
The price is €318
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Front of property

12. Monte Verde Inn

Monte Verde Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (692 reviews)
"Great location and a beautiful Inn."
United States
La Raye
The price is €263
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Monte Verde Inn
Property entrance

13. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Carmel Green Lantern Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (735 reviews)
"The place was adorable, the staff very helpful and accommodating and the room was perfect for our family of 4."
United States
Jennifer
The price is €291
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Exterior

14. Wayside Inn

Wayside Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"We loved everything about our stay Location just perfect"
United States
Marina
The price is €307
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Wayside Inn
Terrace/patio

15. Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (445 reviews)
"Beautiful property within walking distance to all shopping and dining."
United States
Diana
The price is €493
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Room

16. Carriage House Inn

Carriage House Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"What a wonderful stay we had! The room was beautiful, but the hospitality was amazing! The staff made us feel at home right away, and provided anything and everything we could need. We loved the breakfast and happy hour!"
United States
Stacy
The price is €421
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Carriage House Inn
Lobby sitting area

17. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"Great location - very walkable to town and beach. Breakfast was super delicious and convenient."
United States
monica
The price is €512
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
Courtyard

18. L Auberge Carmel

L Auberge Carmel
4.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (585 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
carmel
The price is €717
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
L Auberge Carmel
Courtyard

19. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
2.2 km from Downtown Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,851 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carmel Mission Inn
Exterior

20. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Northeast Carmel, 1 km from Downtown Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful!"
United States
EJ
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Carmel

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Room, Private Bathroom (Serenity Suite)
Tradewinds Carmel
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View
Lobby sitting area
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
199 reviews
View
Outdoor spa tub
Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Street view
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
939 reviews
View
Property entrance
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
735 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 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 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.

Jack's Peak

If you're spending some time in Jack's Peak, Munras Avenue and Jacks Peak County Park are top sights worth seeing.

Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was nice and upgraded our room when she found out we were celebrating our 13th anniversary."
Hailey 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Pacific

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. Another good option for your stay in the area is Carmel Inn And Suites.
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 65 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.