Northwest Carmel Travel Guide
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Visit Northwest Carmel
Stay near popular Northwest Carmel attractions
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay

Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour
Top hotels in Northwest Carmel

Carmel Bay View Inn
"We received a confirmation to be in room 204 and when we checked in at 3:05 they had given our room away and the only room left was adjacent to the pool. The pool is open 9 to 7 and the people using the pool sounded like they were in our room. I had called after I made the reservation and requested ..."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Carmel Fireplace Inn
"It is a perfect place to stay"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Carmel Inn And Suites
"Thumbs down"
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
"The location was great! We were able to find the parking right in front of the property too. The motel is old but charming. No elevator. I will request the first floor room next time."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Hotel Carmel
"Me encantó el lugar. La atención, limpieza. Sin embargo, la habitación no tenía ventana, al no tener aire acondicionado, no había ventilación o brisa fresca que pudiera entrar a la habitación. Si tenía un abanico, tuvimos que usarlo. Pero hubiera sido ideal que pudiera tener alguna ventana."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"We had a wonderful stay. From the Valet Parking to the Housekeeping Staff. Room was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Northwest Carmel

Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

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

Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos Ranch and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.


















