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

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Our top choices for Carmel Riviera hotels

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

1. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
6.5 km from Carmel Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,864 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Carmel Mission Inn
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

2. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
11.8 km from Carmel Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Padre Oaks
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

3. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields, 6.2 km from Carmel Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful location and very dog friendly"
United States
Lorraine
The price is €216
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden deck, and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.

4. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
14.1 km from Carmel Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,104 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Justin
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
El Castell Motel
A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.

5. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel, 8.2 km from Carmel Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location. Great for families"
United States
chithra
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a fireplace, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
12.7 km from Carmel Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice rooms. Super clean good location"
United States
Michael
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and framed artwork on the walls.

7. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge
2.5 star property
Northwest Carmel, 8.1 km from Carmel Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Front desk was helpful and friendly. She gave good travel tips for the area. Location could not be any better as we were within walking distance of the town center and just minutes from the beach. Carmel is a very charming and lovely town."
United States
Joon
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

8. Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey
3.5 star property
11.7 km from Carmel Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,150 reviews)
"Good location, rooms are clean with comfortable beds"
United States
Sona
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Aura Inn Monterey
A large, light green Victorian-style house with multiple stories, a porch, and a view of the ocean.

9. Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
3.5 star property
15.3 km from Carmel Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Walk to the beach and restaurants, love it"
United States
Eva
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

10. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
14.5 km from Carmel Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,819 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, great location!"
United States
Walter
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pacific Inn
A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

11. Munras Inn

Munras Inn
2.0 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. The location and the friendliness of the staff makes me want to go back."
United States
McKennah
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Munras Inn
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

12. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,859 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Annie
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Stargazer Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a bathtub.

13. Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge
2.5 star property
11.5 km from Carmel Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (804 reviews)
"Lovely place, staff is great and super friendly."
United States
Elaine
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Hill Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

14. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
13.9 km from Carmel Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,135 reviews)
"Value was excellent: clean, comfortable, easy parking, convenient location, instant hot water in shower, staff was very helpful and courteous."
United States
Bruce
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

15. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
12 km from Carmel Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,319 reviews)
"Nice clean stay close to town. Helpful staff and good space."
United States
Nathan
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Monterey Surf Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
2.0 star property
11.8 km from Carmel Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (821 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice and helpful staff, plenty of parking. Walking distance to shopping."
United States
Veronica
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

17. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn
2.5 star property
12.3 km from Carmel Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Luciana
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Park Crest Inn
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

18. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
14 km from Carmel Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to crash in the Monterey area if you're on a budget and last minute plans. It has all the basic amenities covered, rooms were clean and in great condition. We had a pleasant stay, will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Shreyes
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

19. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 8 km from Carmel Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,788 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Gretchen
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Carmel Bay View Inn
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

20. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
17 km from Carmel Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,194 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean and updated."
United States
Melissa
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sand Castle Inn
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Where to stay in Carmel Riviera

Find the best Carmel Riviera 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."
Photo by Aimee Bollinger
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.
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 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 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.

Top Carmel Riviera Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is super clean and the rooms are very spacious and clean. The location is great!"
Blanca 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is Carmel Riviera like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Carmel's Carmel Riviera neighbourhood.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Carmel Riviera area?
When you want to find places to stay in Carmel, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmel Riviera.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmel Riviera, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Carmel Riviera.
What are the top things to see and do in Carmel Riviera?
A few places to visit in the area around Carmel Riviera include Gravity Garden, Gibson Beach and China Cove. While you're out sightseeing, Hidden Beach and Weston Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Carmel.

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