The Best Hotels Closest to Carmel Beach in Bodega Bay for 2026

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A table set for dining with a view of the ocean at sunset.

A large swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, with a view of a body of water and hills in the background.

A building with a stone facade, large windows, and a flat roof with lights.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

1. The Inn at the Tides

Old Town Bodega Bay, 5.5 km from Carmel Beach

Carole

AED 879

AED 1,002 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A residential area with a swimming pool, houses, and a view of the water body during sunset.

A modern building with multiple balconies and a landscaped garden.

A modern building with large windows, a stone facade, and outdoor seating with a fire feature.

A dining area with a view of a lake and hills, featuring a round table with chairs and a vase with flowers.

2. The Lodge at Bodega Bay

7.1 km from Carmel Beach

Justin

AED 1,282

AED 1,464 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A row of cabins with outdoor seating areas, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a forested backdrop.

A row of cabins with a well-lit pathway leading to them, surrounded by greenery.

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a deck with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a bed, a nightstand, a framed picture, a round mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

3. Cottages on River Road

17.9 km from Carmel Beach

brian

AED 317

AED 384 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A serene riverside scene with a hotel and a small building by the water.

A wooden deck with a view of a river and forest. There is a table with a vase of sunflowers and an American flag.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a staircase, and a seating area with a coffee table and armchairs.

A hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a large illuminated window display, and a reflection in the water.

4. Highland Dell Lodge

12 km from Carmel Beach

Nancy

AED 475

AED 541 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cabin with a wooden deck and a porch, surrounded by dense forest.

An outdoor grill area with a stone wall, a sink, and a metal cabinet.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a piano, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A tent with a bed, a window, and a lantern.

5. Highlands Resort - Adults Only

16.3 km from Carmel Beach

Derek

AED 608

AED 693 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A cozy cabin interior with a large window, a wood-burning stove, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A cozy room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a lake.

A house with a dark exterior, a green door, and a window with a circular glass design.

A house with a deck overlooking a lake, surrounded by greenery.

6. Madeira House

9.4 km from Carmel Beach

Alan

AED 862

AED 983 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a white railing, overlooking a dense forest.

A golf course with a sign indicating hole 1, surrounded by tall trees and a clear sky.

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a fence.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

7. Casa Secoya

13.5 km from Carmel Beach

Chantel

AED 389

AED 444 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees.

A sign for Occidental Lodge with a stone base.

A bedroom with two beds, a mural of trees and mountains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bedside table with a book.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a chandelier with clear glass globes, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

8. The Occidental Lodge

11.8 km from Carmel Beach

Deborah

AED 481

AED 549 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel sign with the name "Hotel DeGa" and the location "Bodega Bay, CA".

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, a TV, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, skylight, large windows, a green sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a desk, and a comfortable chair.

9. Hotel Dega

6.4 km from Carmel Beach

Casey

AED 611

AED 768 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A coastal landscape with a grassy path leading to the sea, featuring rocky outcrops and a clear view of the ocean.

A wooden building with a white balcony, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

A garden pathway leading to a wooden house with a white balcony.

A two-story house with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fountain.

10. Inn at Occidental

12 km from Carmel Beach

Stacie

AED 807

AED 920 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A long dining table set for a meal with multiple chairs, large windows with a view of the outdoors, and a wooden ceiling structure.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large arched window, and a fireplace.

A coastal restaurant named 'Jenner by the Sea' with outdoor seating and a view of a rocky hill.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a bookshelf, a round table, and a comfortable chair.

11. Jenner Inn

9.3 km from Carmel Beach

Lianne

AED 757

AED 863 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs around a fire pit, a contemporary building with large windows, and a forested backdrop.

A tented room with a bed, a small table, and a chair.

A modern interior with a bar area, wooden furniture, and a stone wall.

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, wooden seating, and a backdrop of stacked logs.

12. AutoCamp Sonoma

15 km from Carmel Beach

Golnaz

AED 585

AED 815 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A kitchen with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a table with chairs, and a painting on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a table, and a view of the sea.

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

13. Bodega Harbor Inn

Old Town Bodega Bay, 4.9 km from Carmel Beach

Walter

AED 569

AED 649 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, wicker chairs, and a circular chandelier.

A swimming pool with steps leading up to a white building, surrounded by tall trees and sunlight shining through.

A stone fireplace with a mantel, surrounded by seating and a table.

A white building with blue trim and a tiled roof, surrounded by trees.

14. The Stavrand Russian River Valley

16.1 km from Carmel Beach

Julia

AED 1,358

AED 1,548 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A rustic cabin with a central fire, surrounded by trees.

A riverside beach with boats, umbrellas, and people.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a window, and wooden cabinets.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, two bedside lamps, and windows with blinds.

15. Johnson's Beach

15.8 km from Carmel Beach

Janet

AED 500

AED 570 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A wooden table with chairs, a pizza, and drinks in a covered outdoor area with a wooden ceiling and walls.

A room with two brown sofas, a round table, and a vase of flowers.

A garden with a water feature and flowering plants.

16. Bodega Bay Inn

4.5 km from Carmel Beach

Clyde

AED 723

AED 824 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A campsite with several tents, a central fire pit, and surrounding trees.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A tent with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

A tented accommodation with a sofa, armchairs, a small table with a tray, and a suitcase.

17. Surrey Resort

15.8 km from Carmel Beach

Suzie

AED 466

AED 532 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A gazebo with a circular seating area surrounded by wicker chairs and a central fire pit.

A large, multi-story building with outdoor seating and umbrellas, surrounded by trees.

An outdoor dining area with a view of a lake, covered by a wooden roof, and decorated with hanging crystal lights.

A swimming pool on a wooden deck with a view of a lake and forest.

18. Boho Manor

12.2 km from Carmel Beach

mary

AED 496

AED 565 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bar setting with a candle in a glass holder on the counter.

A porch with wooden chairs and tables, a railing, and a view of a street with a sign for a restaurant.

A bar area with a wooden counter, various bottles, glasses, and a selection of colorful chairs.

19. Valley Ford Hotel

14.6 km from Carmel Beach

Melissa

AED 655

AED 746 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A row of cabins with wooden decks and a grassy yard, surrounded by tall trees.

A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden beams, and large windows.

A wooden ceiling with exposed beams, a kitchen counter with pastries, and a cabinet with glassware.

A row of wooden cabins with a deck and a small staircase, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

20. Dawn Ranch

15.7 km from Carmel Beach

Kendall

AED 1,027

AED 1,313 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Carmel Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Inn at the Tides	9.4 Exceptional 2,071 reviews	View
The Lodge at Bodega Bay	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Cottages on River Road	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Highland Dell Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 670 reviews	View
Highlands Resort - Adults Only	9.8 Exceptional 80 reviews	View

Top Carmel Beach Hotel Reviews

Bodega Bay~Walk to Beach~Hot Tub~ Plus Guest Studio~Ocean Views~Dog Friendly!

10/10 Excellent

"Great location to the beach."

Ocean view peaceful- 9 min walk to sandy beach

10/10 Excellent

"Book it! The 3 of us enjoyed are stay & had a fabulous, relaxing time scrapbooking at this comfortable, lovely home & to our surprise the table easily extended at both ends! The walk to the Portuguese beach everyday which was amazing. The deer visited multiple times a day & the sunroom was wonderful to just sit and enjoy our coffee, while observing nature do it’s thing. The beds were comfortable and the ocean put us to sleep ever night….ahhhh! Crystal was delightful to work with & made sure we could contact her for anything. Be sure to eat at River’s End & Rocker Oysterfeller’s! We will be returning in the future!"

Panoramic Stunning ocean views, Hot tub, Dog friendly & a 5 min walk to Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Pictures dont do it justice! Great place to get a way from it all. We'll definitely be back - thank you!"

Bodega Bay 1BR waterfront cottage on Salmon Creek — dogs welcome

10/10 Excellent

"I perfect little vacation oasis. right near the beach, with a great little patio to enjoy the evening/night. the couch was super-comfy, as was the bed. close to beach access, and 5 minutes from town. 100% would recommend."

Bodega Bay - Magical Ocean Front View- Doesn’t get better than this!!

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful Home! Exceptional quality : ) This home has a stunning view of the ocean from virtually every room and is furnished like a model home. Comfortable, expansive and lovely. Very quiet. Quick trip to either Bodega Bay or Jenner. We will certainly return!"

Enjoy Fresh Ocean Breezes, No Crowds In Small Community Setting

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay. The house is in a great location, not far from town and just minutes away from the beach. The house is cozy and had everything we needed. Pam was awesome to work with and let us change our original dates due to our son being in the hospital for a week. Thank’s again Pam!!"

Bodega Bay 2BR ocean-view cottage with hot tub — dog friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Property was comfortable, clean and located close to the beach. Great views off back deck & even spotted some whales. Would stay there again."

Ocean view, Huge backyard, 5 minutes walk to the beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Clean. Comfortable house."

OCEAN VIEWS FROM EVERY ROOM! - WALK TO BEACH! - FREE WIFI! - 3,300 sqft

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful venue and clean and very spacious. We enjoyed our time. (No condiments so bring those if you need any)"

Other attractions near Carmel Beach

A sunset over a rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

Schoolhouse Beach

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Schoolhouse Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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A green fishing boat stranded on a beach with rough sea waves and a cloudy sky.

South Salmon Creek Beach

9.2/10 (10 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Salmon Creek Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Arched Rock Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Arched Rock Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Coleman Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Coleman Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Portuguese Beach

9.4/10 (35 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Portuguese Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Miwok Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Miwok Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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North Salmon Creek Beach

9.4/10 (17 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Salmon Creek Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Gleason Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gleason Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carmel Beach?

Carmel Beach is located in Bodega Bay. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options, and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 19 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Carmel Beach?

The Inn at the Tides is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Carmel Beach.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Carmel Beach?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Carmel Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carmel Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Carmel Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Carmel Beach?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Carmel Beach, click here.

What can I see and do near Carmel Beach?

Spend some time wandering around Bodega Dunes, Horseshoe Cove Overlook, and Bodega Head. Dip your toes in the water at Shell Beach, Doran Beach, and Portuguese Beach. Enjoy nature at Bodega Harbour, North Salmon Creek Beach, or Wright's Beach.

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Our top choices for Carmel Beach hotels

1. The Inn at the Tides

2. The Lodge at Bodega Bay

3. Cottages on River Road

4. Highland Dell Lodge

5. Highlands Resort - Adults Only

6. Madeira House

7. Casa Secoya

8. The Occidental Lodge

9. Hotel Dega

10. Inn at Occidental

11. Jenner Inn

12. AutoCamp Sonoma

13. Bodega Harbor Inn

14. The Stavrand Russian River Valley

15. Johnson's Beach

16. Bodega Bay Inn

17. Surrey Resort

18. Boho Manor

19. Valley Ford Hotel

20. Dawn Ranch

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Top Carmel Beach Hotel Reviews

Bodega Bay~Walk to Beach~Hot Tub~ Plus Guest Studio~Ocean Views~Dog Friendly!

Ocean view peaceful- 9 min walk to sandy beach

Panoramic Stunning ocean views, Hot tub, Dog friendly & a 5 min walk to Beach

Bodega Bay 1BR waterfront cottage on Salmon Creek — dogs welcome

Bodega Bay - Magical Ocean Front View- Doesn’t get better than this!!

Enjoy Fresh Ocean Breezes, No Crowds In Small Community Setting

Bodega Bay 2BR ocean-view cottage with hot tub — dog friendly

Ocean view, Huge backyard, 5 minutes walk to the beach

OCEAN VIEWS FROM EVERY ROOM! - WALK TO BEACH! - FREE WIFI! - 3,300 sqft

Other attractions near Carmel Beach

Schoolhouse Beach

South Salmon Creek Beach

Arched Rock Beach

Coleman Beach

Portuguese Beach

Miwok Beach

North Salmon Creek Beach

Gleason Beach

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