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Our top choices for Carmel Valley motels

A house with a distinctive orange door, a small porch, and a view of hills in the background.

1. Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (302 reviews)
"Great location and looks to be newly remodeled with great attention to detail. Very cute decor!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ฿6,314
฿7,034 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Contenta Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

2. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,890 reviews)
"clean rooms, lots of parking"
United States
Dannielle
The price is ฿2,779
฿3,192 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Pacific Inn
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Fantastic place, highly recommended"
United States
Giacomo
The price is ฿7,220
฿8,050 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

4. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,094 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is ฿2,538
฿2,920 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
El Castell Hotel
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

5. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,230 reviews)
"Really pretty hotel. It was easy to get to and there were tons of places to eat around the hotel. Staff was super nice."
United States
Stephanie
The price is ฿2,236
฿2,561 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sand Castle 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
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the location & property. Clean, modern, new furnishings. The mgr Arjun was AMAZING! I left something in our room at checkout & he helped in returning it to me. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Linda
The price is ฿2,484
฿3,048 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

7. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey 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 ฿2,571
฿3,222 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Padre Oaks
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,188 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Gustavo
The price is ฿2,685
฿3,120 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

9. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,890 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is ฿2,417
฿2,783 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stargazer Hotel
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

10. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay, property nice and clean, staff friendly. Had a nice pool area and outside seating."
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is ฿2,950
฿3,770 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Monterey Bay Lodge
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

11. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and quiet, and we had an adjoining room to our sons which was very convenient. Would stay again!"
United States
Jonathan
The price is ฿2,487
฿3,036 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

12. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Villa Del Monte
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,037 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with new and clean facilities. The location is excellent, with easy access to nearby attractions. We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Xiaohong
The price is ฿2,719
฿3,124 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Lone Oak Lodge
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

13. The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,100 reviews)
"Nice staff, perfect location, well priced"
United States
Sharon
The price is ฿3,189
฿3,654 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Stevenson Monterey
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

14. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Super cute hotel in a residential neighborhood, walking distance to Dennis the Menace park, the ocean!"
United States
Peggie
The price is ฿3,236
฿3,713 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Stage Coach Lodge
A wooden sign for a resort inn with a 'No Vacancy' sign above it.

15. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"so cute would stay again"
United States
stephanie
The price is ฿3,820
฿4,711 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Carmel Resort Inn
A sign for Discovery Inn Seaside with a dolphin logo, located at 1106 Fremont.

16. Discovery Inn

Discovery Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (430 reviews)
"convenient location … multiple food choices within walking distance … professional staff … clean & comfortable room … A+"
United States
Errol
The price is ฿2,157
฿2,473 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Discovery Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

17. Vagabond Inn Monterey

Vagabond Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
6.8 out of 10, (1,008 reviews)
"This is not a five star hotel but it is very clean and everyone is really nice and the location is perfect. Be warned, the rooms are very small but the air conditioning rocks and everything is super clean. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Donavenis
The price is ฿2,017
฿2,411 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Vagabond Inn Monterey
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

18. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (183 reviews)
"Would definitely stay there again"
United States
Alan
The price is ฿2,420
฿3,000 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Pelican Inn Monterey
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Lovers Point Inn' sign, outdoor seating area, and an 'Office' sign indicating a business space.

19. Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn
2.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,494 reviews)
"Would stay there again"
United States
Dario
The price is ฿2,954
฿3,399 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Lovers Point Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a balcony with a view of the parking lot and buildings.

20. Sand Dollar Inn

Sand Dollar Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent staff clean and fresh pleasant surroundings"
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is ฿2,028
฿2,329 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sand Dollar Inn
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Top Carmel Valley Hotel Reviews

Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

10/10 Excellent
"It was a really nice stay, we traveled with a 1 year old and they were super accommodating to our needs and questions! Also rec good food places :)!"
Israel 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Lovers Point Inn

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Carmel Valley Motels information

Number of reviews
18,018
Accommodation
46 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,329
Highest Price
฿8,050

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carmel Valley?
As you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Carmel Valley. In the area, popular places to visit include Monterey Bay Aquarium.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The term "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.
What are the best motels in Carmel Valley?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. The Stevenson Monterey is located 19.2 km from the heart of Carmel Valley. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Lovers Point Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as heating. Central Carmel Valley is 14.4 mi (23.1 km) away. Pacific Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 10.6 mi (17 km) from the heart of Carmel Valley. Stargazer Hotel: Central Carmel Valley is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. El Castell Motel: 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from the heart of Carmel Valley. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Carmel Valley?
Enjoy the wineries and restaurants in this relaxing area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Carmel Valley like the seaside. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Los Padres National Forest, Carmel Valley Community Park and Garland Ranch Regional Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Monterey Bay Aquarium, Munras Avenue and Monterey Zoo. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Bernardus Winery Tasting Room, Bernardus Winery and Chock Rock Vineyard Tasting Room.
What's the weather like in Carmel Valley?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carmel Valley to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Carmel Valley is 447 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carmel Valley while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Carmel Valley to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is located 10.2 mi (16.3 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 14.4 mi (23.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.