Visit Carmel Riviera
Popular places to visit
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.
Carmel Riviera Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Room was great. Staff was great. The restaurant in the hotel and the brewery were wonderful. Will stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Amazing hotel, staff were super helpful and lovely. Hotel location is right in the middle of town with loads of eating and wine bars next to it.
Reviewed on 8 January 2026
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Gorgeous view and great room!
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Room was clean. Carpet in hallways look wore out and dirty
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Spacious rooms, friendly staff, tucked away at the end of Cannery Row so not quite as much traffic. Easy walk to all the shopping and attractions.
Reviewed on 11 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 Carmel Riviera
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Point Lobos Ranch.
Carmel Meadows
Though Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach.
Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Carmel Riviera, CA
- Monterey Bay
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Fisherman's Wharf
- 17-Mile Drive
- Carmel Beach
- Cannery Row
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
- Asilomar State Beach
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Pfeiffer Beach
- Lovers Point
- California State University Monterey Bay
- Presidio of Monterey
- Del Monte Beach
- Los Padres National Forest
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Monterey Convention Center
- Big Sur Station
- Monterey County Fairgrounds
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Plaza
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Golden State Theatre
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
- Marina Dunes Preserve
- Del Monte Golf Course
