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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Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

￥12,007
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Picture 9 for Activity Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

￥9,810
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

￥15,209
per adult
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

￥10,406
per adult
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey
Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour

Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour

￥1,921
per traveler
Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

￥10,406
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
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Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals

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 ￥33,821 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
￥33,821
￥38,142 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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 ￥24,178 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
￥24,178
￥29,500 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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)
"It's the worst hotel I've ever stayed in - it's not Victorian style, it's old, dated furniture and mattresses. Upon arrival late evening, I was getting ready to go to sleep, so I checked the bedding and, to my disappointment, the sheets were used. I complained to the front desk, and they gave me ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Carmel Inn And Suites
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
The price is ￥41,493 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
￥41,493
￥47,353 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Not enough parking. Make sure you are ok with no air conditioning. Otherwise, very friendly staff and clean room."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Pine Inn
Cypress Inn

Cypress Inn

3.5 out of 5
7th Avenue & Lincoln Street Carmel CA
The price is ￥54,541 per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
￥54,541
￥61,872 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
"Adorable Inn downtown Carmel, close to everything. Small room but excepted with historic property- I was worried about all the dogs but our room was appointed well and very clean. Cozy lobby. Will definitely return."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

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 ￥39,229 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
￥39,229
￥46,428 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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 ￥29,203 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
￥29,203
￥35,101 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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 Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a rocky outcrop, and a person walking.

Northwest Carmel

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

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 Plaza and Carmel Beach.

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 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 Gibson Beach.

Downtown Carmel, CA