Carmel Valley Travel Guide

San Diego

A mountainous landscape with a town nestled in the valley.
A hilly town with a large green park, residential houses, and a power line tower.
A hilly landscape with a small village, a large green field, and a power line tower.
Rolling hills, a winding path, and a distant cityscape under a partly cloudy sky.
A pink building with arched windows and balconies, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a grassy lawn.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Carmel Valley

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

3 out of 5
3939 Ocean Bluff Ave San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,694 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿4,694
฿5,396 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,110 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿5,110
฿7,094 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,341 reviews)
"The property is dirty, outdated, and noisy. I had to wipe down the dresser and nightstand when we got into the room as they had finger prints and water bottle marks on them. There were ants in the bathroom. The hotel is by the airport path so you hear the planes and a lot of planes are flying in ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,108 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,108
฿5,872 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,035 reviews)
"Food in dining room just average, but staff was great."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is ฿7,349 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
฿7,349
฿10,225 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,668 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,668
฿7,065 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
Sheraton San Diego Resort
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,038 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿6,038
฿8,622 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,538 reviews)
"Loved the staff! Great great staff/ valet staff but the toilet ran the whole time the AC was not cold the maintenance guy was awesome … but it didn’t fix the issue he might have needed more time. The shower water plugged and so did the sink. It’s a great spot to stay but there’s not much memorabilia. ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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Where to stay in Carmel Valley

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

Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.



Carmel Valley Travel Guide