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Carmel Hotel Guide. Hotels in Rancho Rio Vista, Carmel, United States of America

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Our top choices for Rancho Rio Vista 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
1.7 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,867 reviews)
"Loved our stay and will return!"
United States
Jessica
The price is €200
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Carmel Mission Inn
A sign for Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites, surrounded by a stone wall and landscaping.

2. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Northeast Carmel, 2 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Michael
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
A wooden sign for a resort inn with a 'No Vacancy' sign above it.

3. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel, 1.9 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful place."
United States
David
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Carmel Resort Inn
A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.

4. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel, 2.2 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Rooms are clean despite being a bit dated and everything functional. Room was large and spacious"
United States
Michael
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

5. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
4.4 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,869 reviews)
"Ocean view with clean rooms and cozy coastal vibes. Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Stargazer Hotel
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.

6. Munras Inn

Munras Inn
2.0 star property
4.5 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Was very clean, beds were comfortable, easy access."
United States
Darla D
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Munras Inn
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

7. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 2 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,805 reviews)
"Great stay. Really nice property, located in the centre of town, staff couldn’t be more helpful, room was great; highly recommended."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is €215
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Carmel Bay View Inn
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden deck, and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.

8. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
5.9 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,098 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
El Castell Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

9. Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey
3.5 star property
3.8 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,166 reviews)
"Easy check in, comfy beds and working AC"
United States
Rachel
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Aura Inn Monterey
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

10. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,850 reviews)
"This was our third time staying at the Pacific Inn and everything was great as usual . Close to everything and very well maintained property . Will definitely be staying there again !"
United States
steven
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Pacific Inn
A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

11. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
4.1 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,334 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
United States
Joseph
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Monterey Surf Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a bathtub.

12. Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (827 reviews)
"Great location"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Carmel Hill Lodge
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

13. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
3.9 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Padre Oaks
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

14. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields, 2.1 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful location and very dog friendly"
United States
Lorraine
The price is €232
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

15. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (166 reviews)
"Great location and big room!"
United States
Charlotte
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Pelican Inn Monterey
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

16. The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,064 reviews)
"Nice staff, perfect location, well priced"
United States
Sharon
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Stevenson Monterey
A landscaped pathway leading to a building with balconies and outdoor lighting.

17. Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,608 reviews)
"Great stay and great location"
United States
Carlos
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Mariposa Inn & Suites
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and framed artwork on the walls.

18. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge
2.5 star property
Northwest Carmel, 2.2 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 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 €188
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge
A modern living room with a teal sofa, a beige armchair, and two patterned side tables.

19. The Inn at 1252

The Inn at 1252
2.5 star property
4 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and accommodating"
United States
Robert
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Inn at 1252
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

20. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
5.7 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,160 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Gustavo
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
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Where to stay in Rancho Rio Vista

Find the best Rancho Rio Vista 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 Plaza and Carmel Beach.

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 Plaza and Carmel Beach 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 sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a rocky outcrop, and a person walking.

Northwest Carmel

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

Top Rancho Rio Vista Hotel Reviews

Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

8/10 Good
"They were helpful in so many ways"
barbara 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Lovers Point Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Rancho Rio Vista like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Carmel's Rancho Rio Vista neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Rancho Rio Vista area?
Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Rancho Rio Vista and start exploring everything Carmel has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rancho Rio Vista, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Rancho Rio Vista.
What is there to do around this Carmel neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Rancho Rio Vista include Hatton Canyon, Smallsea, A Metropolis in Miniature and The Barnyard. While you're out sightseeing in Carmel, make sure that you visit other sights such as Forest Theater Guild or Mission Trail Nature Preserve.