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Our top choices for Carmel Highlands hotels

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Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196)
"Great stay"
United States
Hira
The price is ￥44,510
￥55,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
Breakfast and lunch served
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (837)
"Ocean view was worth it! Had a great stay would definitely come back. "
United States
Jose
The price is ￥41,629
￥52,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Garden
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
24.2 km from Carmel Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1543)
"Check-in was easy and quick. "
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥8,421
￥9,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Lobby
Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1541)
"Very clean and quiet inn. Great location "
Canada
Daniel
Pacific Inn
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1011)
"I had a great stay!"
United States
Michael
Sand Castle Inn
Family Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1918)
"Great price location and amenities "
United States
Sonja
El Castell Motel
Exterior
Gateway Lodge

Gateway Lodge

Gateway Lodge
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Carmel Highlands
7.4 out of 10, Good, (606)
"Great room. Great space "
United States
Selena
Gateway Lodge
Lobby sitting area
The Inn at 1252

The Inn at 1252

The Inn at 1252
2.5 star property
9.7 km from Carmel Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1006)
"Great stay!!! Staff was great and rooms were clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay agian"
United States
Danny
The Inn at 1252
Outdoor pool
Sand Dollar Inn

Sand Dollar Inn

Sand Dollar Inn
2.0 star property
14.8 km from Carmel Highlands
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Another cheap good basic motel"
United States
Rodolfo
Sand Dollar Inn
Front of property
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
3.5 star property
13.2 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Clean room, great service, and good breakfast!"
United States
mahesh
The price is ￥14,405
￥16,584 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Terrace/patio
Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
10.2 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1705)
"Great property and the 6 people room is legit spacious, very close to Monterey tourist sites!"
United States
Bhavin
Stargazer Hotel
Interior
Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
9.8 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1186)
"Clean room and staff was helpful the whole stay."
United States
Dean
The price is ￥8,890
￥10,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Monterey Surf Inn
BBQ/picnic area
Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
12.2 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"The hot tub was awesome. Very clean and spacious room. "
United States
Arlow
The price is ￥8,902
￥10,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Lone Oak Lodge
Property entrance
Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge
3.0 star property
14 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"Very comfortable place to stay 2nd time staying "
United States
Enrique
The price is ￥14,886
￥17,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Olympia Lodge
Front of property
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
3.0 star property
11.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1474)
"Love this hotel!"
United States
Jennal
The price is ￥18,428
￥21,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Balcony view
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
11.8 km from Carmel Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (870)
"Great place to stay and just a 5 minute drive to the beaches "
United States
Raul
The price is ￥10,647
￥12,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
Front of property
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Friendly staff, clean room, parking on site, great location. "
United States
Dennis
The price is ￥11,743
￥13,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
The Stevenson Monterey
Lobby
Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Great stay"
United States
Charles
The price is ￥8,957
￥10,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Arbor Inn Monterey
Front of property
Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego
3.5 star property
10.7 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Awesome stay!! "
United States
Joleigh
Hotel Abrego
Property grounds
Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel, 6.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1006)
"Parking was pretty easy. The area was nice and safe and you could walk to restaurants and shopping. I really enjoyed my stay with my girlfriends."
United States
Cristina
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
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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
Learn more about Carmel Highlands
Carmel featuring autumn leaves, a house and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

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

Carmel featuring a house and a garden

Downtown Carmel

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

Carmel featuring a small town or village, signage and street scenes

Northwest Carmel

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

Forest Theater Guild featuring theater scenes and a park

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.

Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

10/10 Excellent
"Recommend staying at this property visiting the area. on the beach, very good location"
Cristina Iuliana 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

Frequently asked questions

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 Point Lobos Ranch as part of your Carmel Highlands travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Carmel Highlands?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn is the highest ranked property in Carmel Highlands. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Another favorite option in the neighborhood is Hyatt Carmel Highlands.
How many hotels are there in Carmel Highlands?
Expedia has 41 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?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Carmel Highlands, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
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. Point Lobos Ranch and Gibson Beach 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.

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