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Our top choices for Carmel motels

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Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Better parking"
United States
Miguel
The price is ฿8,290
฿9,814 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Carmel Inn And Suites
Interior entrance

Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The parking was super convinient, clean roomm."
United States
Alma
The price is ฿6,548
฿7,769 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Carmel Resort Inn
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good location."
United States
Carolina
The price is ฿9,188
฿10,228 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Garden view

Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 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 ฿3,766
฿4,572 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Padre Oaks
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (102 reviews)
"Very good motel"
Canada
Volodymyr
The price is ฿3,111
฿3,781 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Pelican Inn Monterey
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (760 reviews)
"Very clean, great location, very helpful and kind staff."
United States
Amber
The price is ฿3,676
฿4,203 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Carmel Hill Lodge
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (816 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice and helpful staff, plenty of parking. Walking distance to shopping."
United States
Veronica
The price is ฿4,347
฿5,150 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
Exterior

Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,265 reviews)
"Our one night stay was good. Friendly staff."
United States
Maria
The price is ฿3,572
฿4,086 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Monterey Surf Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Fisherman's Cove Inn

Fisherman's Cove Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (202 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable stay."
United States
Griselda
The price is ฿3,518
฿4,025 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Fisherman's Cove Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers

El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,109 reviews)
"Great location & very nice motel."
United States
Kristen
The price is ฿3,532
฿4,042 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
El Castell Motel
Terrace/patio

Villa Franca Inn

Villa Franca Inn
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (724 reviews)
"Clean room and within walking distance to downtown and the pier."
United States
Rose M
The price is ฿3,684
฿4,213 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Villa Franca Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool

Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,843 reviews)
"Easy check in, nice coffee machine!"
United States
Ashley
The price is ฿4,064
฿4,641 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stargazer Hotel
Outdoor pool

Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The room was clean and a comfortable bed"
United States
Roger
The price is ฿4,885
฿5,577 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Stage Coach Lodge
Property grounds

Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras

Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Not much to say, old school style motel/hotel. Clean, safe, good location. Not a resort, just a decent hotel."
United States
Eric
The price is ฿2,999
฿3,642 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
Exterior

Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, quick check in, nice stay close to the aquarium and main hot spots to check out in town !"
United States
Breanna
The price is ฿4,511
฿5,260 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Arbor Inn Monterey
Exterior

Inn By the Bay Monterey

Inn By the Bay Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The location is close to everything."
United States
teresa
The price is ฿4,769
฿5,606 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Inn By the Bay Monterey
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Jetted bathtub

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent location an clean spacious rooms."
United States
Yulia
The price is ฿4,347
฿5,150 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Property amenity

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Typical motel/hotel in this area"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ฿4,026
฿4,776 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
Beach nearby

Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Vyacheslav
The price is ฿5,391
฿6,331 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Deer Haven Inn
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,071 reviews)
"Good value property that was good for an overnight stay."
Australia
James
The price is ฿4,111
฿4,728 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

8/10 Good
"The location is very good for access to the Sunset center and those things associated with the Bach Festival we attended. The staff was great. The rooms were clean. The breakfast though wasn’t best. It was okay but nothing great."
Melissa W 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Carmel Bay View Inn

Find out more about Carmel

Carmel Motels information

Number of reviews
9,601
Accommodation
3 Motels
Lowest Price
฿3,642
Highest Price
฿10,228

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carmel?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Carmel. Not-to-be-missed sights include Carmel Beach in Carmel, as well as Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carmel?
Carmel River Inn & Cottages: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Carmel Beach and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Carmel Inn And Suites: Free WiFi and concierge services are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as pillowtop beds. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Plaza.
What can I do in Carmel?
Those who've visited Carmel speak highly of its shops and seaside. While you're sightseeing, visit the area's art scene. Favourite places in and around Carmel include Carmel Beach, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Los Padres National Forest and Carmel River State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: The Carmel Business Association, Munras Avenue and Dennis the Menace Playground.
What's the weather like in Carmel?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carmel to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Carmel is 496 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carmel while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Carmel to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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