Downtown Carmel Travel Guide

Carmel

A coastal residential area with houses along the shoreline, rocky cliffs, and dense trees in the background.
A traditional half-timbered building with ivy-covered trees and a red flower border.
A fire station with a red and white fire truck parked in front.
A charming house with a stone facade, a thatched roof, and a bay window.
A quaint building with a turret, a window with a white frame, and a sign that reads "Hush House."

Stay near popular Downtown Carmel attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Carmel

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 out of 5
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA
The price is ฿7,326 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿7,326
฿8,262 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,803 reviews)
"Front desk very Kurt when answering questions. Parking for 302 required reversing out of a narrow area. Breakfast was ok."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
5th And Junipero Carmel CA
The price is ฿5,037 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿5,037
฿6,166 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room massages and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Carmel Inn And Suites
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
The price is ฿8,955 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿8,955
฿10,220 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Not enough parking. Make sure you are ok with no air conditioning. Otherwise, very friendly staff and clean room."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Pine Inn
Cypress Inn

Cypress Inn

3.5 out of 5
7th Avenue & Lincoln Street Carmel CA
The price is ฿11,967 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿11,967
฿13,573 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
"Great staff! A good place for travelers with dogs"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Cypress Inn
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is ฿8,498 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿8,498
฿10,057 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,660 reviews)
"Excellent location and amenities"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is ฿6,326 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿6,326
฿7,603 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,856 reviews)
"Great little modern designed motel right at the edge of Carmel. It's like 5 min from the city center."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

Find the best Downtown Carmel areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Golden Rectangle

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

Northeast Carmel

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

Southeast Carmel

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

Northwest Carmel

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

Carmel Highlands

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



Downtown Carmel Travel Guide