Visit Carmel Riviera
Popular places to visit
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.
Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.
Garrapata State Park
Enjoy a trip to Garrapata State Park and popular activities such as golfing in Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Top hotels in Carmel Riviera
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
courteous staff, clean room & perfect location
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Everything was clean and the staff was nice.. The extra lobby areas were nicely decorated and a great place to hang out with friends. Very inviting.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Clean room, very nice and comfortable. Such friendly staff too! I am quite content to be here! We have an ocean view, but we arrived at night so I have yet to see what kind of ocean view it is. I’ve been in many ocean-view rooms, I hope this room does not disappoint when I check in the morning.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Came for a pickleball event, hotel was awesome, staff friendly we didn’t bring our dog but love the option, breakfast was very good loved the choice of either ordering off the menu or having the buffet. Location close to everything, property beautiful
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Everything was beautiful and clean. We loved our stay.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Mariposa Inn & Suites
good
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Riviera
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 Point Lobos Ranch.
Carmel Meadows
Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, but Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
