High Meadows Travel Guide
Carmel
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Popular places to visit
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.
Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.
Point Sur State Historic Park
Explore the great outdoors at Point Sur State Historic Park, a lovely green space in Carmel. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out its hiking trails.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in High Meadows
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
We love the location of the hotel. It’s near our favorite coffee shops, cafes and walk to the water. Skip the courtyard view rooms because they offer views directly into neighboring patios/rooms! Just do partial oceanview or upper floor rooms with patios. The bar had good eats and drinks too. Check ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Great place, clean, comfortable room with a great staff.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Room was fine. Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
The room was great, the staff were incredible, the location was convenient. But maybe the biggest sleeper with this hotel is its restaurant. The food here is worthy of a special trip. When something as simple as Brussels sprouts tapas can make you weep, you know you're onto something special. Don't ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Beautiful hotel. Superb room and excellent service.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Though
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around High Meadows
Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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.
Jack's Peak
If you're spending some time in Jack's Peak, Munras Avenue and Jacks Peak County Park are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Rancho Rio Vista
While Rancho Rio Vista isn't home to many top sights, The Barnyard and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
