Downtown Carmel, CA
Carmel
Visit Downtown Carmel
Popular places to visit
Carmel Plaza
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Carmel Beach, a popular beach in Carmel. Take in the entertainment venues and sunsets in the area.
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.
Bixby Bridge
You can find out about the history of Carmel with a visit to Bixby Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Carmel Mission Basilica
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Carmel Mission Basilica during your trip to Carmel. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its seafood restaurants.
Point Sur Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Carmel when you stop by Point Sur Lighthouse. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
"Clean room and convenient parking."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Pine Inn
Tradewinds Carmel
"Service was great, rooms looked just as pictured and were impressively clean, balcony was private, room and hotel had a very serene atmosphere, beach towels were provided, and the breakfast delivery every morning was super convenient and a nice touch. I would recommend and I would stay again."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Carmel Inn And Suites
"First the good stuff. The staff were friendly and everything was clean. The parking was easy and the location very nice. Those are the major things to me however, the room was tiny and furniture huge. I left with a huge bruise on my thigh hitting it on the bed post. The floors were torn up causing ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Normandy Inn
"Great location to downtown. Room was very clean."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
"This charming hotel was a splurge for me. It was a beautiful room. The staff did not disappoint. We loved the breakfast and the cocktail hour provided. Thank you for making it special."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Carmel
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Carmel
While visiting Northwest Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Northeast Carmel
Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos Ranch and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.
