Northwest Carmel Travel Guide

Carmel

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 dog swimming in a body of water.
Two dogs on a sandy beach with waves.
A charming house with a stone facade, a thatched roof, and a bay window.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Northwest 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 ฿4,708 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,708
฿5,331 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,831 reviews)
"Great clean hotel. Walking distance to the downtown and beautiful ocean. The parking at the hotel is VERY tight, I struggled with that a bit until I found a spot I could get into. I also thought it was noisy at night with people walking by room and talking. The next morning I realized the window ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

3 out of 5
489 4th Avenue Carmel CA
The price is ฿4,155 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿4,155
฿5,047 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"room was clean and beautiful."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Carmel Fireplace Inn

Carmel Fireplace Inn

2.5 out of 5
San Carlos Street Carmel CA
The price is ฿7,073 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿7,073
฿7,993 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Carmel Fireplace Inn
Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel

3.5 out of 5
Mission Street at Third Avenue Carmel CA
The price is ฿9,748 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿9,748
฿10,994 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"We had an ocean view. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony. Just know the view has power lines and other buildings in the front of Ocean. Room was nice, but warm and a bit musty smelling. They do have fans to help with the air movement. Loved our morning breakfast delivery. The croissants were amazing! ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Tradewinds Carmel
Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel

3.5 out of 5
Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street Carmel CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿11,418 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿11,418
฿14,431 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Overall, it's ok, within walking distance to downtown. Overpriced motel that calls itself a hotel. You can hear all conversations in the courtyard. The fairly large tray of snacks in your room is a greedy money grab by owners, super expensive. A property in NAPA, same price point BUT the goodies ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hotel Carmel
Briarwood Inn

Briarwood Inn

3 out of 5
San Carlos St. between 4th & 5th Carmel CA
The price is ฿5,897 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,897
฿6,674 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (925 reviews)
"Parking for every room except ours. Nearest parking 2 blocks away. Totally over priced. The Best Western across the street is in better condition, more helpful, and cost less."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Briarwood Inn
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Where to stay in Northwest Carmel

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

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.

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.

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.



Northwest Carmel Travel Guide