Northwest Carmel Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 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 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 Northwest Carmel
Carmel Bay View Inn
Everything was clean and the rooms just standard. Wish they had microwaves. Parking was great as was the location. The staff couldn’t have been nicer. We really liked it.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Carmel
The rooms were clean and the staff was very friendly. Check out at noon was a big plus. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
The room was clean and the size was adequate for a short stay. There was no microwave, but we didn’t really need one. Overall, the room and bedding were just okay — nothing special. The location is quiet, close to downtown, and parking is available, which is convenient. The description for the “King ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Stilwell Hotel
Warm, professional greeting at checkin. We were pleasantly surprised with sparkling wine to enjoy as we relaxed in our handsomely appointed room. The property is spotless and newly renovated with upscale decor that is very tasteful. We loved the outdoor spaces with fire pits and fountains and plenty ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hofsas House Hotel
Good location.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Tradewinds Carmel
Nice room. The view no so good.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Carmel
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
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.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
