What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Carmel?

A motel is a good option if you're planning to travel around Carmel. These properties are usually found close to airports and major roads, offer ample parking and have basic amenities and services. Spend your break at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider range of rooms and more conveniences such as a gym, lobby and business facilities, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Carmel?

Keep track of your budget at one of our 3-star hotels with complimentary breakfast in Carmel. Roll out of bed and grab a coffee or juice at Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave , which has beach loungers and designer toiletries. Coachmans Inn, A Four Sisters Inn is another getaway that provides your morning drinks and food without charge.

Do any 3-star hotels in Carmel have a pool?

Take a swim in between seeing the sights at Carmel Mission Inn or Adobe Inn . They're popular 3-star accommodations that come with a pool in Carmel. The summer months of June, July and August are a superb time to stay at a hotel with a pool in this city. If you arrive in the warmest month of August, you'll experience average temperatures of 13ºC at night to 21ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Carmel have an on-site restaurant?

Stay in one of our Carmel escapes with an on-site restaurant and there'll be no need to venture far from your accommodations when you're hungry. Pine Inn and Hotel Carmel are two 3-star properties with this tasty perk on the menu. The first also comes with amenities such as premium bedding and an ocean view, while the second includes a garden and a pillowtop mattress.

Do any 3-star hotels in Carmel have WiFi?

Definitely. Wayside Inn and Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave are two of our 3-star hotels in Carmel with WiFi. Lock in one of these stays to easily access weather forecasts, travel recommendations and local insights. Remember, this useful amenity may be free or incur an additional cost.

What 3-star hotels in Carmel have parking?

If you're planning to tour Carmel by car, Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave comes with a space to leave your ride. Wayside Inn is another good 3-star property with parking. Leave the city for a day and explore farther afield. Stanford University and California's Great America are two amazing sights that are easy to get to by car from Carmel.

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Carmel Mission Inn

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￥34,289 total

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Nov 23 - Nov 24

Pine Inn

Golden Rectangle

Meghan

￥37,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Northwest Carmel

Vanessa

Room, Private Bathroom (Serenity Suite) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

Rashmi

￥38,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Carmel Beach Hotel

Golden Rectangle

Domenica

Hotel Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Jack

￥40,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields

James

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Wayside Inn

Golden Rectangle

Igor

￥40,724 total

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Nov 16 - Nov 17

Candle Light Inn

Northwest Carmel

shon

￥42,263 total

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Dec 15 - Dec 16

Briarwood Inn

Northwest Carmel

Beth

￥27,326 total

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Nov 17 - Nov 18

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Golden Rectangle

Jonathan

Family Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Golden Rectangle

Mark

￥23,629 total

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Nov 16 - Nov 17

Suite, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Tally Ho Inn

Downtown Carmel

ellen

￥50,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Carriage House Inn

Golden Rectangle

Eddie

￥59,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Adobe Inn

Golden Rectangle

Ewa

Monte Verde Inn

Golden Rectangle

Michelle

￥27,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Carmel Country Inn

Northwest Carmel

Annalece

￥48,607 total

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Dec 1 - Dec 2

Classic Cottage, Garden View | 3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Carmel?

Travelers recommend Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave. It comes with beach loungers and free internet services, and is around 0.32 kilometers east of central Carmel. Wayside Inn is another leading 3-star hotel. Located roughly 0.32 kilometers southeast of the downtown area, it offers premium bedding and hypo-allergenic bedding.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Carmel?

Relaxation is a breeze in 3-star hotels in Carmel. As well as cozy surroundings, these more economical lodgings include a host of welcome amenities like complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee maker and gym equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a classier experience with enhanced features such as a wellness center, indoor or outdoor pool and bigger rooms. No matter your preferred hotel style or budget, we have what you're searching for.

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