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

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1. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,860 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Mission Inn
Exterior

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, (1,009 reviews)
"The room was very clean and comfortable and the grounds were really beautiful and well maintained. It’s a very quiet and small place so it was very peaceful and perfect walking distance to downtown. Will definitely be back to stay again."
United States
Danielle
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
Balcony

3. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 2 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,772 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Andrew
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Bay View Inn
Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (sofabed not included)

4. Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey
3.5 star property
3.8 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,137 reviews)
"Great location near restaurants and grocery store."
United States
Paul
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Aura Inn Monterey
Indoor pool, a heated pool

5. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
4.4 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,862 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Marlene C
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stargazer Hotel
Garden view

6. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
3.9 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"it is a very beautiful place to stay very clean bed very comfortable same as the pillows all excellent"
United States
Luisa Veronica
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Padre Oaks
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers

7. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
5.9 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,128 reviews)
"Great location & very nice motel."
United States
Kristen
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
El Castell Motel
Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (115 reviews)
"Very good motel"
Canada
Volodymyr
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pelican Inn Monterey
Room, 1 King Bed

9. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,788 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Gabrielle
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Pacific Inn
Outdoor pool

10. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
5 km from Rancho Rio Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, helpful and well maintained property."
United States
Waleed
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stage Coach Lodge
Interior entrance

11. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"The parking was super convinient, clean roomm."
United States
Alma
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carmel Resort Inn
Terrace/patio

12. Villa Franca Inn

Villa Franca Inn
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (733 reviews)
"Clean room and within walking distance to downtown and the pier."
United States
Rose M
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Villa Franca Inn
Exterior

13. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"My family and I loved how clam calm and sweet it felt to stay here, we definitely loved the family suite, and staff were really friendly and welcoming."
United States
Yazmin
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Exterior detail

14. Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,568 reviews)
"Been there several times always great!"
United States
Steven
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mariposa Inn & Suites
Lobby

15. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
8.8 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,172 reviews)
"When you first drive in you can tell it’s an older hotel, but the rooms inside are really nice and the beds are comfortable, and everything was nicely cleaned"
United States
Roxy
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Sand Castle Inn
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

16. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good location."
United States
Carolina
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

17. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,016 reviews)
"It was very friendly and warm accommodation, the price was very accesible and the breakfast was so good Thanks"
United States
Adrian
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Exterior

18. Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
4.4 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,029 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Dan
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Arbor Inn Monterey
Exterior

19. Colton Inn

Colton Inn
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Rancho Rio Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to Monterey Downtown, to Fishermen’s Wharf and easy access to freeway #1. It’s also near Costco 3.5 miles from this place."
United States
Yan Mei
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Colton Inn
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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, (1,107 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"
United States
Mildred
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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."
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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.

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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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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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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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Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

Top Rancho Rio Vista Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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 Carmel Beach, Hatton Canyon and Smallsea, A Metropolis in Miniature. While you're out sightseeing in Carmel, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Barnyard or Forest Theater Guild.