Hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea (California, USA)

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495 hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea

    Normandy Inn

    3 Stars

    Heated outdoor swimming pool, French country guest rooms

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    Carmel Mission Inn

    3 Stars

    Signature Shearwater Tavern dining, Mid-century modern boutique aesthetic

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    from  $223

  3. Carmel Bay View Inn

    3 Stars

    Panoramic Pacific Ocean views, Heated seasonal outdoor pool

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  4. Carmel Inn & Suites

    3 Stars

    Upper-floor ocean glimpses, Victorian-style boutique charm

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    from  $200

  5. Pine Inn

    4 Stars

    Pacific Ocean and forest views, Il Fornaio restaurant and bakery

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    from  $302

    Hyatt Carmel Highlands

    4 Stars

    Pacific's Edge signature dining, Historic cliffside coastal retreat

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  7. Carmel Fireplace Inn

    3 Stars

    Individually decorated accommodations, Central Carmel-by-the-Sea location

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  8. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

    3 Stars

    California's first wine-themed inn, Private balconies and garden terraces

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    from  $187

  9. Tradewinds Carmel

    4 Stars

    Lush courtyard with fire pits, In-room spa and wellness features

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    Carmel Resort Inn

    2 Stars

    Historic early 1900s cottage estate, Proximity to Monterey Bay attractions

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  11. The Quail Lodge

    4 Stars

    Lakeside dining at Covey Grill, Land Rover driving experience

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    from  $368

  12. Horizon Inn & Ocean View Lodge

    3 Stars

    Select rooms with ocean views, Charming Carmel-by-the-Sea retreat

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  13. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

    2 Stars

    Short stroll to Carmel Beach, Individually styled guest rooms

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  14. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

    3 Stars

    Scenic Carmel River views, Seasonal outdoor swimming pool

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  15. Carmel Beach Hotel

    Secoya restaurant dining, Spa Adeline wellness treatments

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  16. Briarwood Inn

    3 Stars

    Lush landscaped gardens, Charming cottage-style accommodations

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  17. Hofsas House Hotel

    3 Stars

    Ocean view rooms and patios, Heated outdoor swimming pool

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  18. La Playa Hotel

    4 Stars

    Heated outdoor swimming pool, Luxury in-room barmoire

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  19. Comfort Inn Carmel By the Sea

    3 Stars

    Quaint coastal village identity, Relaxing courtyard and terrace

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  20. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

    3 Stars

    Ocean view rooms, Unique Dutch doors

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  21. Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

    3 Stars

    Charming Carmel-by-the-Sea experience, Prime downtown Carmel location

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  22. Stilwell Hotel

    4 Stars

    Coastal-inspired boutique design, Wood-fired pizza and charcuterie

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  23. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

    3 Stars

    Uplifting upstairs sun deck, Heated outdoor swimming pool

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  24. Tally Ho Inn

    3 Stars

    Panoramic ocean view rooms, Il Fornaio Restaurant access

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    Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

    4 Stars

    Spacious suites with fireplaces, Multiple saltwater swimming pools

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  26. Lobos Lodge

    3 Stars

    Private patios or balconies, Prime Carmel-by-the-Sea location

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  27. Hotel Carmel

    3 Stars

    Outdoor hot tub, Cottage-style architecture

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  28. Adobe Inn

    4 Stars

    Heated outdoor pool and dry sauna, Classic Carmel charm and spacious rooms

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  29. Villa Mara Carmel

    4 Stars

    Adults-only boutique retreat, Carmel Point neighborhood location

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  30. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

    4 Stars

    Craftsman-style boutique hotel, Nightly fresh-baked cookies

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  31. Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

    4 Stars

    Bespoke bed and breakfast concept, Prime downtown Carmel location

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  32. L'Auberge Carmel

    4 Stars

    Michelin-starred Aubergine restaurant, Personalized in-room spa services

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  33. Cypress Inn

    Terry's Restaurant and Lounge, Engaging live music performances

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  34. Candle Light Inn

    Spa services for ultimate relaxation, Rooms with jetted tubs and fireplaces

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  35. Wayside Inn

    Suites with jetted tubs, Quintessential Carmel cottage décor

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Carmel-by-the-Sea is a USA star attraction

Take an attractive location. Then combine it with a small slice of European influence and sprinkle with that unmistakable USA style. Finally, top it with the joyous benefits of this sunny Californian climate and the result is; Carmel-by-the-Sea. This coast-clinging village is not just bursting with shops, restaurants and activities; but also with captivating bags of style and quintessential character. Carmel enjoys real star billing; a factor which is readily acknowledged by its many celebrity visitors and residents. This picturesque one square mile, charm offensive resort is constantly listed as one of the USA’s top 10 visitor attractions.

Finding freebies in Carmel, CA

Ocean Avenue is the commercial hub of Carmel by the Sea and is always a major draw for USA and overseas visitors. It runs through the village to the sandy beach and Pacific Ocean at the far end. This main strip houses an incredible variety of shops, bars, restaurants and galleries. There are also many adjacent smaller streets, so it doesn’t take long for the savvy shopper to discover the further delights of Scenic Road, Dolores Street, Mission Street and other avenues of appeal. Most catering establishments in Carmel promote a daily Happy Hour with free drink and food samples set as a trap to lure your return custom. Take note of these events and their advertised times because it’s possible to wine and dine on this basis for next to nothing. Everywhere is extremely busy, but Carmel’s character never falters. They take a dim view of Neon here and Carmel is free of those impersonal hotel and catering chains.

Discovering Carmel and the Monterey Peninsula

A prime architectural feature of Carmel is Mission San Carlos Borroméo del río Carmelo. There are also many more museums, art galleries and quirky places of interest than you would reasonably expect to find in a place of this size. A latter example includes the gravity defying rocks at Gravity Garden. Natural History buffs flock to the Scenic Bluff Path. This extends from Carmel Beach, which is on the crest of the wave for surfer popularity, to the concentration of bird-life at Carmel River State Beach. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, with its Whaling Museum, is another essential on the list of places to visit. Carmel itself lies between Point Lobos and Pebble Beach. This location, just off Highway One is both accessible and idyllic. Because Carmel is so compact, its appealing features are within ambling distance of many of its hotels. Yes, the place is now blighted by tourists and yes again, parking is an absolute nightmare. These factors don’t really detract though from Carmel’s unique, stylish and characterful qualities.

Carmel is a family favourite destination

Young and old continue to fall happily under Carmel’s spell. A prime haunt for energetic hikers is Ribera Beach, sometimes known as Middle Beach. A favourite with locals too, it lies within the Ohlone Coast Cultural Preserve. The area also draws photographers who relish those dramatic shots of Pacific waves thundering on to the rocks. Such is the enthusiasm for beach volleyball that even those dawn-greeting early birds find that some folk have arrived just that bit earlier. There’s a good competitive vibe though; everyone is super-friendly and it’s great to see all age groups enjoying this activity in complete harmony. Surfing is a perennial list-topper in Cartmel. Nearby Monterey Bay is one of a number of famously popular surfing beaches. Hotels in Carmel, as you might expect, offer package deals that are inclusive of tuition in a number of activities. These include surfing lessons. Don’t go into a worrying wobble. Whatever your level of expertise may be, there is always a course to fit the bill. You’re bound to fall in!

Rubbing along with the rich and famous

Everyone strives for that elusive millionaire lifestyle but here, in Carmel-by-the-Sea, you can rub padded shoulders with those who have actually made it. Even they need to hang out somewhere and in the USA, they are hard-pressed to find anywhere finer than Carmel. They, like you, are smitten with its irresistible, traditionally styled cottages, shops, hotels and overall appeal. The place really does have an irresistible buzz. Architecture, lush greenery and floral decorations, all combine to create a truly intoxicating visitor experience. Celebrities’ chauffeur-driven cars flock to annual events such as Pebble Beach Pro-Am and Tour d’Elegance. It’s, frankly, difficult to imagine where else they would rather be. Don’t expect to bump into them in your hotel, though. Many celebs actually live here. Who can blame them? Carmel combines to perfection; style, rustic charm and a champagne lifestyle. Grasp the opportunity and enjoy true quality in a setting which still manages to offer a glance back in time to the way things used to be.

When to book a hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea

  • Cheapest month: December
    $243 per night
  • Yearly typical price
    $329 per night
  • Peak month: January
    $468 per night

Frequently Asked Questions about Carmel-by-the-Sea

  • When is the cheapest time to book a hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    December is usually the cheapest month to book a hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea, with typical prices around $243 per night based on 31 price comparisons.

  • When are hotel prices highest in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Hotel prices in Carmel-by-the-Sea are usually highest during January, with typical prices around $468 per night.

  • How much does a hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea cost per night?

    Hotel prices in Carmel-by-the-Sea usually range from $203 per night to $534 per night, with typical prices around $329 per night.

  • How do hotel prices in Carmel-by-the-Sea change throughout the year?

    Hotel prices in Carmel-by-the-Sea are typically lowest in December at around $243 per night, rising to around $468 per night in January.

  • October

    2026

    $351
    $249 — $574

  • November

    2026

    $286
    $202 — $552

  • December

    2026

    $243
    $203 — $283

  • January

    2027

    $468
    $395 — $534

  • February

    2027

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  • March

    2027

    $307
    $282 — $342

  • April

    2027

    $366
    $330 — $437

  • May

    2027

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  • June

    2027

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  • July

    2027

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    2027

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  • September

    2027

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