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Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!

Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!
3.0 star property
Carmel Woods
The price is AED 2,207
AED 3,383 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (980 reviews)
The price is AED 2,252
AED 2,720 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,020 reviews)
The price is AED 1,355
AED 1,682 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Quail

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (312 reviews)
The price is AED 2,226
AED 2,686 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel
4.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (629 reviews)
The price is AED 1,905
AED 2,143 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stilwell Hotel

Candle Light Inn

Candle Light Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
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    Soak in seaside tranquility with a short stroll to Carmel Beach, where pristine white sands and water adventures await.
The price is AED 2,608
AED 2,933 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Candle Light Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,823 reviews)
The price is AED 755
AED 894 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
The price is AED 1,041
AED 1,159 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel Beach Hotel

Carmel Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Golden Rectangle
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (470 reviews)
The price is AED 1,445
AED 1,787 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Carmel Beach Hotel

Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel
3.5 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
The price is AED 1,539
AED 1,903 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Hotel Carmel
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Frequently asked questions

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 Carmel River State Beach or Monastery 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.