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Our top choices for Carmel motels

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

1. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good location."
United States
Carolina
The price is AED 840
AED 936 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Interior entrance

2. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"The parking was super convinient, clean roomm."
United States
Alma
The price is AED 609
AED 730 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Carmel Resort Inn
Lobby

3. Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Good for a price , old furniture but good location"
United States
Vladyslava
The price is AED 708
AED 851 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Carmel Inn And Suites
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. Fisherman's Cove Inn

Fisherman's Cove Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (215 reviews)
"Basic place to stay the night"
United States
Eric
The price is AED 340
AED 390 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Fisherman's Cove Inn
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

5. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (113 reviews)
"Very good motel"
Canada
Volodymyr
The price is AED 265
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Pelican Inn Monterey
Garden view

6. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"it is a very beautiful place to stay very clean bed very comfortable same as the pillows all excellent"
United States
Luisa Veronica
The price is AED 390
AED 475 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Padre Oaks
Exterior

7. Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,027 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Dan
The price is AED 377
AED 444 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Arbor Inn Monterey
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

8. Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (779 reviews)
"It was a lovely stay and the team of this lodge was very friendly and helpful specially Digin"
United States
Imran Bashir
The price is AED 364
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Carmel Hill Lodge
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), rollaway beds (surcharge)

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (818 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice and helpful staff, plenty of parking. Walking distance to shopping."
United States
Veronica
The price is AED 419
AED 499 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
Terrace/patio

10. Villa Franca Inn

Villa Franca Inn
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (731 reviews)
"Clean room and within walking distance to downtown and the pier."
United States
Rose M
The price is AED 311
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Villa Franca Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool

11. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,861 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Marlene C
The price is AED 426
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Stargazer Hotel
Property amenity

12. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to crash in the Monterey area if you're on a budget and last minute plans. It has all the basic amenities covered, rooms were clean and in great condition. We had a pleasant stay, will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Shreyes
The price is AED 415
AED 494 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
Outdoor pool

13. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, helpful and well maintained property."
United States
Waleed
The price is AED 454
AED 519 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Stage Coach Lodge
Exterior

14. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,282 reviews)
"The hotel is great for a budget stay and has everything you would need for a good trip."
United States
Bernardo
The price is AED 312
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Monterey Surf Inn
Reception

15. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, close to everything"
United States
Robert
The price is AED 516
AED 630 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Monterey Bay Lodge
Beach nearby

16. Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Vyacheslav
The price is AED 437
AED 521 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep
Deer Haven Inn
Property grounds

17. Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras

Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Not much to say, old school style motel/hotel. Clean, safe, good location. Not a resort, just a decent hotel."
United States
Eric
The price is AED 279
AED 343 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
Exterior

18. Inn By the Bay Monterey

Inn By the Bay Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The location is close to everything."
United States
teresa
The price is AED 378
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Inn By the Bay Monterey
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Jetted tub

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,018 reviews)
"It was a good stay for what we needed."
United States
Sarah
The price is AED 419
AED 499 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

20. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,128 reviews)
"Great location & very nice motel."
United States
Kristen
The price is AED 356
AED 408 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
El Castell Motel
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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Charming inn close to shopping and dining. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Had a balcony room with a pretty view that was nice to have morning coffee on."
Shaun 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Carmel Bay View Inn

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carmel?
Because you'll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in Carmel. Not-to-be-missed sights include Carmel Beach in Carmel, as well as Monterey Bay and Cannery Row in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carmel?
Carmel River Inn & Cottages: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Carmel Beach and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Carmel Inn And Suites: Free WiFi and concierge services are available during your stay, along with room amenities like pillowtop beds. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of 17-Mile Drive.
What can I do in Carmel?
Those who've visited Carmel speak highly of its shops and beaches. While you're sightseeing, check out the area's art scene. Favorite places in and around Carmel include Carmel Beach, Monterey Bay, and Cannery Row. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Los Padres National Forest, and Carmel River State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: The Carmel Business Association, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and Munras Avenue.
What's the weather like in Carmel?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Carmel to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Carmel when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Carmel to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.