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
First time staying and won’t be the last; we enjoyed the amenities and every staff member we met was so nice. I really enjoyed the spa, too. Thank you for a great stay!
Reviewed on 13 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
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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
- 17-Mile Drive
- Carmel Beach
- Cannery Row
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Asilomar State Beach
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- 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
- 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
- Marina State Beach
- Bixby Bridge
- Munras Avenue
