The Best Beach Hotels in Carmel, CA from AED 638 in 2026

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Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

Luisa

AED 2,785 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jun - 24 Jun

The Quail

Carmel

John

AED 1,188 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Carmel Beach Hotel

Golden Rectangle

Philip

AED 1,349 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields

Cherise

AED 917 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

Pablo

AED 638 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Stilwell Hotel

Northwest Carmel

Chris

AED 1,747 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Villa Mara Carmel

Carmel Point

Relax by the sea at this Mediterranean gem, just steps from Carmel Beach's white sands.

Anonymous traveler

AED 2,894 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Downtown Carmel

Bask in Pacific paradise just a 5-minute walk from Carmel Beach, where serene coastal charm meets white sand shores.

Adrian

AED 1,025 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

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Beach hotels with pools in Carmel

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

AED 2,785 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jun - 24 Jun

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

AED 2,114 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel

AED 911 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Carmel

Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

AED 877 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Downtown Carmel

AED 1,148 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel

AED 911 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Downtown Carmel

AED 1,037 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

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4-star beach hotels in Carmel

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

AED 2,785 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jun - 24 Jun

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

AED 2,114 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent rooms!"

Pine Inn

6/10 Okay

"For what this hotel cost ($500) a night, it was a big disappointment. We were there for a family wedding and that was nice. It is in a lovely area and that’s why $$$$ I guess. The rooms were noisy. Not even a mini fridge or microwave in the room. Will never stay again and cannot in good faith recommend The Pine Inn, sadly."

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

4/10 Poor

"Le Petit Pali was one of those places that looks much cuter online than it feels in person. I know some people love quirky boutique hotels, but for us, it honestly felt more like a glorified old motel with cute decor layered on top. The fact that there were ear plugs left in the room should have been our first clue. Between the noise and the overall vibe, it just never felt relaxing or luxurious. There are some thoughtful touches. The welcome drink was nice, the nightly cookies were sweet (although they forgot them one evening), and breakfast was actually my favorite part of the experience. The breakfast felt fresh, cozy, and was one of the few moments where the hotel matched the charm it advertises. The location is convenient and close to Carmel’s main areas, which made getting around easy. But at nearly $700 a night, the value just was not there for us. At that price point, I expected something that felt special, elevated, peaceful, and memorable in a good way. Instead, I spent a lot of time wondering why we paid luxury prices for accommodations that felt motel like . The room itself was cute in photos and had some charm, but the overall experience felt underwhelming and overpriced. It gave more renovated roadside motel energy than boutique luxury retreat. I wanted to love this place because the branding and concept are adorable, but we left feeling disappointed and honestly a little ripped off given the cost. If this had been half the price, I would have been ok."

Stilwell Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"For me, a 5-star rating is perfect so I don't give many 5-star ratings. Well, the place isn't perfect, but it's pretty close. It's a new place. It's a very nice place. It's in downtown Carmel and has a good location. It's clean and comfortable. The staff was always friendly and helpful. We'll probably stay there again. That said, here are the few areas we didn't care for. 1) There are lights under the bed that come on when you get out of bed. We don't want lights on in the middle of the night if we need to get up for some reason because that disturbs our sleep. We asked them to disable that after the first night, which they did. 2) The thermostat doesn't seem accurate. It seemed to be 2-4 degrees warmer than the reading. For example, we set it to warm to 68 which is normally cool and comfortable for us, but when it heated the room to 66, it seemed on the hot side for us. We dealt with this by just turning off the heater. 3) There were literally 4 people standing there checking us in. Sometimes between two of them they even asked us the same question twice. We just want to check-in, park our car, and get the key to our room. We don't need 4 people to do that."

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What is Carmel like for travelers who love the beach?

Known for its beaches and art galleries, Carmel offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.

What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Carmel?

Carmel Green Lantern Inn is a top beach guesthouse offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 5-minute walk of Carmel Beach.

When's the best time for a beach vacation in Carmel?

You can plan your beach trip with a look at the seasons in Carmel: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Carmel is 20 inches.

What is there to see and do around Carmel?

After arriving and checking into your hotel, you'll probably want to explore your surroundings. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to Monastery Beach or Carmel River State Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Experience the area's art galleries and shopping, and make time for local attractions like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Carmel Mission Basilica or Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Carmel?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Carmel more easily: To get to Carmel, book a flight to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), the closest major airport, which is located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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