Rancho Rio Vista, CA
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Carmel Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carmel Beach during your travels 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.

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 Mission Basilica
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Carmel Mission Basilica during your trip to Carmel. Stroll along the area's pebble beaches, or simply savor its seafood restaurants.

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.

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.
Rancho Rio Vista Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Everything was amazing
Reviewed on 5 January 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Staff is very friendly and the building is historic. Bathrooms are very good
Reviewed on 2 January 2026

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Absolutely fantastic views. Room was incredible and the staff were outstanding making our stay perfect. Looking forward to a return trip.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Staff courteous Facility clean
Reviewed on 4 January 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
I can not say enough about how nice the staff and hotel is. It is worth it to enjoy all the amenities here and the food is wonderful!
Reviewed on 7 January 2026

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
My husband and I stayed at the Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG over the Christmas holidays, and we had a wonderful experience. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. Everyone was lovely, and a special mention goes to the sweetest daughter of one of the receptionists, who truly added ...
Reviewed on 3 January 2026
Other neighborhoods around Rancho Rio Vista

Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza.

Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Carmel
Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

High Meadows
While High Meadows isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.

Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Rancho Rio Vista, CA
- Monterey Bay
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Carmel Beach
- 17-Mile Drive
- Cannery Row
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Asilomar State Beach
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- California State University Monterey Bay
- Del Monte Beach
- Presidio of Monterey
- Los Padres National Forest
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Monterey County Fairgrounds
- Monterey Convention Center
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Plaza
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Golden State Theatre
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park
- San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
- Marina Dunes Preserve
- Del Monte Golf Course
- Marina State Beach
- Bixby Bridge
- Munras Avenue
