Downtown Carmel, CA

Carmel

A coastal residential area with houses along the shoreline, rocky cliffs, and dense trees in the background.
A traditional half-timbered building with ivy-covered trees and a red flower border.
A fire station with a red and white fire truck parked in front.
A charming house with a stone facade, a thatched roof, and a bay window.
A quaint building with a turret, a window with a white frame, and a sign that reads "Hush House."

Stay near popular Downtown Carmel attractions

Carmel Plaza

9.4/10 (960 reviews)
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.
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Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 out of 5
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA
The price is AED 805 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
AED 805
AED 907 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
5th And Junipero Carmel CA
The price is AED 523 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
AED 523
AED 644 total
13 Sep - 14 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room massages, and a fireplace in the lobby. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I would not recommend staying at Carmel Inn based on my experience. The room was not clean, and I was uncomfortable enough with the condition of the property that I checked out after the first night, even though I had booked and paid for two nights. What made the situation worse was the complete ..."

Reviewed on 9 September 2026

Carmel Inn And Suites
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
Fully refundable
The price is AED 988 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
AED 988
AED 1,128 total
29 Sep - 30 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"This is a charming inn in a very old building. The hotel is advertised as having air conditioning, but not all the rooms have it (ours didn't and it got very hot). The carpets, appliances, etc. are all very old so just set your expectations before you book."

Reviewed on 8 September 2026

Pine Inn
Cypress Inn

Cypress Inn

3.5 out of 5
7th Avenue & Lincoln Street Carmel CA
The price is AED 1,211 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
AED 1,211
AED 1,375 total
13 Sep - 14 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive are located ...
Cypress Inn
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is AED 934 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
AED 934
AED 1,106 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is AED 697 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
AED 697
AED 838 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
Carmel Mission Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

Find the best Downtown Carmel areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a tree on the right.
Photo by Bryce Karr
Open Photo by Bryce Karr

Golden Rectangle

If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

A wooden amphitheater with bleachers, a stage, and a stone wall.

Southeast Carmel

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

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, dense green vegetation, and a solitary tree on a cliff overlooking the ocean.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher

Northeast Carmel

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

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and red flowers in the foreground.

Northwest Carmel

While visiting Northwest Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

A coastal landscape with a bridge, cliffs, and ocean.

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.

Downtown Carmel, CA

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