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Carmel River Inn & Cottages

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Carmel Beach

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Carmel River Inn offers a charming getaway near Monterey Bay with a welcoming fireplace and tranquil garden. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a business center. The convenient location and helpful staff consistently earn positive reviews.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building) | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double Hotel Room, 2 Double Beds (main building) | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Traditional Double Hotel Room, 2 Double Beds (main building)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar Two Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, paper towels

Deluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA, 93923

What's nearby

  • The Barnyard - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sunset Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Carmel Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 19 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company at The Crossroads - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Post No Bills -Carmel - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Motel near 17-Mile Drive
A terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby are just a few of the amenities provided at Carmel River Inn & Cottages. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 56 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1934
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:30 PM to 8:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 125 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to August
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Carmel River
Carmel River Inn
River Inn Carmel
Carmel River Hotel Carmel
Carmel River Inn Motel
Carmel River Inn Carmel
Carmel River Inn Motel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

Does Carmel River Inn & Cottages have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Carmel River Inn & Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 125 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Carmel River Inn & Cottages located?

Located in Mission Fields, this motel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Carmel Mission Basilica and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from 17-Mile Drive. The Barnyard and Sunset Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Carmel River Inn & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 530 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottages, clean & comfortable and the staff is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottages. Lovely to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would and will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was above and beyond anything i expected. The grounds are well kept, the cottages are cozy, beautiful and feels like home. The entire property is very peaceful and breathtaking. I will be staying at that property whenever i visit Carmel or Monterey!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I came across this hotel by chance a few years ago and have since stayed here several times. We love to stay in the cottages as they privide some privacy and we appreciate that they are pet friendly. The grounds are also nicely lanscaped with walking paths. We look forward to staying here when we visit Carmel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahnaz

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice and the cottage was very clean and well supplied. It was terrific to have a stand alone place, with no upstairs or downstairs neighbors and it was so quiet. Seems like it'd recently been remodeled because everything appeared to be new. Only problem was no hot water, but as soon as we brought it to the attention of the office, it was promptly fixed. We'd happily stay here again and highly recommend to other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming cabins/cottages just off hwy1. Close to a large shopping center, beaches, point lobos, Carmel Valley entrance and the entire Monterey Peninsula. Very quiet and private.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry B F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in the cabins
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

casey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the quiet atmosphere and the cute cottage decor.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vijaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carmel River Inn was a fantastic experience. Great stuff, beautiful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Relatively comfortable, although smaller room than I expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The surrounding area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was absolutely gorgeous. Though we stayed for one night, the rooms were absolutely adorable, the vintage cottage vibe was to die for! Everything from the uniquely painted houses, to the flowers in the front yard, this place was super pretty! The beds were soft and comfy, and big enough to share. The amenities were good, water was hot and shower supplies were provided, but overall our stay at these cottages was amazing. Definitely would return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Cottage cozy with fireplace
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandy

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was super nice as the bed was really comfortable but other than that was very ok - just a place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sondra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our little cottage totally exceeded every expectation!! A charming, peaceful sanctuary from which we could walk to downtown Carmel, drive to Big Sur, or simply relax for a few hours. We LOVED having our own personal parking space literally right outside our door. Be sure to read about the history of Carmel River Inn and Cottages--totally fascinating! We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the easy check-in, it was pet ftiendly, your own perdonal space at the cottage and beautiful and relaxing surroundings full of quiet. Definitely going back. Location was convenient to shops, restaurants, and gas stations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

May

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cabin was clean and very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cherise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming Cottages. Very convenient and close to Carmel Beach yet a bit removed. It was just as advertised, pleasantly. A couple cottages joined around the fire pit and roasted marshmallows, very enjoyable evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved the relaxed vibes and private cottages!

We traveled with our dog and we loved how each cottage can enjoy your own privacy and the property has plenty of beautiful outdoor space and grounds to walk around our dog. The decor was also nice and the bathroom was updated. The location is very accessible to restaurants and grocery just across the way (though not walkable, it’s an easy less than 5 minute drive.) We got to enjoy the town and the beach all within less than 10 minutes drive from the inn.
We booked the King Bed Cottage with Wet Bar
Confortable King Size Bed
Thoughtful detail for our pup
Nice back patio
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025