What's it like in Carmel Highlands?

Carmel Highlands is a neighborhood that travelers like for its seaside and sunsets. Be sure to check out Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach as part of your Carmel Highlands travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Carmel Highlands?

Based on our traveler data, Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmel Highlands. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the area is Hyatt Carmel Highlands .

How many hotels are there in Carmel Highlands?

Expedia has 45 hotels and other accommodations in Carmel Highlands to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Carmel area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmel Highlands, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Carmel Highlands.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Carmel Highlands?

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What is there to do in this Carmel neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Carmel Highlands with a visit to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gravity Garden. Gibson Beach and Point Lobos Ranch are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmel Highlands include China Cove, Hidden Beach, and Weston Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Carmel, be sure to visit other sights like Monastery Beach or Palo Corona Regional Park.

Top Carmel Highlands Hotels

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1. Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

Carmel Highlands

Taylor

￥73,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a scenic ocean view.

2. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

Brandon

￥69,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

3. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

11.3 km from Carmel Highlands

Jessica

￥37,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

4. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

11 km from Carmel Highlands

Naga

￥38,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

5. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

12.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Martin

￥57,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

6. Carmel Mission Inn

4.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Micah

￥26,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

7. Monterey Bay Inn

12.3 km from Carmel Highlands

Valentin

￥43,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.

8. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

12.8 km from Carmel Highlands

FABIAN

￥45,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a coffee machine.

9. Wave Street Inn

12.5 km from Carmel Highlands

Felicia

￥24,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

10. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10.7 km from Carmel Highlands

Steven

￥28,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A courtyard with a fire pit, seating area, and a white wall with a balcony.

11. Hotel Pacific

11.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Mandi

￥23,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

12. Pacific Inn

12.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Marla

￥13,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

13. Victorian Inn

12.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Erin

￥27,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

10.7 km from Carmel Highlands

Richaed

￥34,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and indoor seating area.

15. El Castell Hotel

11.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Douglas

￥10,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

16. Best Western Park Crest Inn

10.1 km from Carmel Highlands

Scott

￥19,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A historic hotel with arched windows and a classic facade.

17. The Monterey Hotel

11.1 km from Carmel Highlands

Barbara

￥14,709 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

18. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel, 5.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Chienyuan

￥24,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

19. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

11.8 km from Carmel Highlands

Julio

￥12,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

20. Stargazer Hotel

10.2 km from Carmel Highlands

Janet

￥12,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

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Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt 4.0 star property Carmel Highlands View	Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn 4.0 star property Carmel Highlands View	Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay 4.0 star property 11.3 km from Carmel Highlands View	Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa 4.5 star property 11 km from Carmel Highlands View	Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 4.5 star property 12.4 km from Carmel Highlands View
8.4 Very good 1,005 reviews	8.8 Excellent 365 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 3,747 reviews	8.8 Excellent 1,770 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 1,730 reviews
The price is ￥57,783 ￥73,700 total includes taxes & fees Dec 1 - Dec 2	The price is ￥54,432 ￥69,922 total includes taxes & fees Nov 17 - Nov 18	The price is ￥31,452 ￥37,398 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3	The price is ￥27,662 ￥38,561 total includes taxes & fees Nov 30 - Dec 1	The price is ￥49,594 ￥57,240 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25
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Where to stay in Carmel Highlands

Find the best Carmel Highlands areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Carmel Highlands

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Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

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Golden Rectangle

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

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Southeast Carmel

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

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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.

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Northwest Carmel

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

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Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

The Stevenson Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

8/10 Good

"The water pressure is very good in the showers. A lot of hotels have really bad water pressure but the lighthouse Lodge has great water pressure in the showers. However, the beds need some upgrading cause they were extremely lumpy at least in the room that we had and hard and maybe a little more expansion on their continental breakfast rather than just bagels and oatmeal but other than that, the stuff was really nice. We didn’t get a chance to check out the pool or the spa but people were using it and it looked nice and cozy, but we didn’t get a chance to use it overall I give it a 3 1/2 to 4 stars"

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Our top choices for Carmel Highlands hotels

1. Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

2. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

3. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

5. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

6. Carmel Mission Inn

7. Monterey Bay Inn

8. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

9. Wave Street Inn

10. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

11. Hotel Pacific

12. Pacific Inn

13. Victorian Inn

14. Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

15. El Castell Hotel

16. Best Western Park Crest Inn

17. The Monterey Hotel

18. Carmel Bay View Inn

19. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

20. Stargazer Hotel

Compare top hotels in Carmel Highlands

Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Where to stay in Carmel Highlands

Downtown Carmel

Golden Rectangle

Southeast Carmel

Northeast Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

The Stevenson Monterey

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