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Our top choices for Carmel Highlands hotels

A patio with a fire pit, wooden chairs, and a table with a bottle and glasses.

1. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful views!"
United States
Nitesh
The price is €435
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a scenic ocean view.

2. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (336 reviews)
"This was a beautiful property that we stayed at. The view was amazing."
United States
Baljit
The price is €489
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

3. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,857 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Carmel Mission Inn
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

4. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
9.6 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Front staff was super friendly. Plenty of parking."
United States
Jesus
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Padre Oaks
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

5. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields, 4 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good location."
United States
Carolina
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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.

6. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,102 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Justin
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
El Castell Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

7. Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey
3.5 star property
9.5 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,143 reviews)
"Good location, rooms are clean with comfortable beds"
United States
Sona
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Aura Inn Monterey
A street sign for Ocean Street, a building with a balcony, and a parked car.

8. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 5.8 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (945 reviews)
"Such a cute place! We loved everything about it. The atmosphere, the comfort of the beds and room, and the helpful staff."
United States
Shannon
The price is €203
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

9. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,186 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean and updated."
United States
Melissa
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sand Castle Inn
A wooden sign for a resort inn with a 'No Vacancy' sign above it.

10. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel, 6.5 km from Carmel Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Would stay here sfain"
United States
Jose
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Carmel Resort Inn
A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.

11. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel, 6.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location. Great for families"
United States
chithra
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

12. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,808 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, great location!"
United States
Walter
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pacific Inn
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

13. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
11.4 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Love the place to stay for couple days, they have amazing pool with jacuzzi. Beautiful seating area."
United States
Galina
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Monterey Bay Lodge
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

14. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 5.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,783 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Gretchen
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Carmel Bay View Inn
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

15. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
10.2 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,852 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Marlene C
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Stargazer Hotel
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

16. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
11.9 km from Carmel Highlands
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 €91
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A sign for Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites, surrounded by a stone wall and landscaping.

17. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Northeast Carmel, 6.7 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful!"
United States
EJ
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

18. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
11.8 km from Carmel Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,129 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 €90
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A sign for Monterey Surf Inn, featuring a logo with a wave and a person surfing, and the address 1200.

19. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
9.8 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,313 reviews)
"The hotel is great for a budget stay and has everything you would need for a good trip."
United States
Bernardo
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Monterey Surf Inn
A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

20. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
12.3 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,066 reviews)
"enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Marina
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lone Oak Lodge
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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."
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.

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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.

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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.

Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel. Clean, comfortable rooms and helpful staff"
Cindy 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Monarch Resort

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 43 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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