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Sep 25 - Sep 27
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Our top choices for Carmel Highlands 4-star hotels

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

1. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,670 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay, excellent location, nice rooms, clean… great staff"
United States
Christian
The price is ￥40,007
￥47,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

2. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,733 reviews)
"atmosphere was very friendly and the staff was great."
United States
Melvinj
The price is ￥37,316
￥49,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

3. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,686 reviews)
"Very clean property and great location!"
United States
Kristine
The price is ￥52,242
￥60,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A spacious living area with a large view of the ocean, furnished with sofas, chairs, and tables.

4. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (809 reviews)
"Beautiful beautiful property right on the beach, gorgeous sunsets, great lobby area with a bar and coffee every morning, stunning views of the water, delicious food and their restaurant, couldn’t have asked for a better vacation spot in Monterey to stay at."
United States
Katherine
The price is ￥30,388
￥40,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and hanging plants.

5. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
4.0 star property
Retreat
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (102 reviews)
"So beautiful and great location"
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥50,384
￥68,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
An outdoor swimming pool with a view of trees and distant hills.

6. Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (825 reviews)
"The property and staff exceeded my expectations. A lovely Hyatt property."
United States
James
The price is ￥82,588
￥104,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.

7. The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff that always makes the stay special."
United States
William
The price is ￥48,180
￥61,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
The Quail
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.

8. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,190 reviews)
"Great location at the center of the historic district. Loved the ocean access"
United States
Twisha
The price is ￥50,227
￥57,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, modern furniture, and a view of the sky.

9. Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel
4.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (691 reviews)
"Best place we’ve stayed in Carmel."
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥86,161
￥96,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Stilwell Hotel
A hot tub with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

10. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Totally unassuming nestled in the cliffs overlooking the pacific. Then you walk onto the resort and the views are amazing, the rooms are phenomenal and the onsite amenities like the pool, restaurant and especially the staff are amazing."
United States
Teresa
The price is ￥61,924
￥78,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a scenic ocean view.

11. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345 reviews)
"Perfect"
United States
Mher
The price is ￥62,356
￥78,614 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

12. La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel
4.0 star property
Golden Rectangle
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Charming boutique hotel. Outstanding ambiance and service. Smaller, but beautifully decorated rooms. Breakfast service and food quality was excellent. The bar was cozy and inviting. Staff were courteous and friendly. One of our favorite hotel stays!"
United States
Derek
The price is ￥119,505
￥145,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
La Playa Hotel
A breakfast table with a view of the beach and ocean.

13. Sanctuary Beach Resort

Sanctuary Beach Resort
4.5 star property
Marina
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Right on the beach ....nice room with fireplace and nice bathroom....great staff!"
United States
mark
The price is ￥73,753
￥93,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Sanctuary Beach Resort
A patio area with a stone pillar, wicker chairs, a bicycle, and potted plants.

14. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (206 reviews)
"Great location - very walkable to town and beach. Breakfast was super delicious and convenient."
United States
monica
The price is ￥72,427
￥81,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
An outdoor seating area with striped umbrellas, wooden chairs, and tables.

15. Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (452 reviews)
"The cutest place to stay in the best location! Everything was perfect for our Carmel stay!"
United States
Bethany
The price is ￥77,151
￥86,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

16. Villa Mara Carmel

Villa Mara Carmel
4.0 star property
Carmel Point
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (221 reviews)
"The location, rooms, amenities, breakfast and staff were exceptional! Truly their for all of your needs!"
United States
Mary
The price is ￥100,625
￥117,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Villa Mara Carmel
A courtyard with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a flag.

17. L Auberge Carmel

L Auberge Carmel
4.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (595 reviews)
"Best boutique hotel to stay in Carmel. It’s in the middle of downtown Carmel. Walking distance to restaurants, art galleries, and to Carmel beach."
United States
Emerito
The price is ￥106,279
￥127,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
L Auberge Carmel
A couple in a hot tub with a potted plant and a candle in the background.

18. Bernardus Lodge & Spa

Bernardus Lodge & Spa
4.5 star property
Carmel Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (686 reviews)
"It is a beautiful property ! The staff was friendly and very helpful, the restaurant is fantastic !"
United States
James
The price is ￥89,983
￥113,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Bernardus Lodge & Spa
A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a chair, and a decorative lamp.

19. Martine Inn

Martine Inn
4.0 star property
Retreat
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (633 reviews)
"A beautiful inn that is located in a prime location of Monterrey! Incredibly romantic inn, would 100% go again!"
United States
Brian
The price is ￥38,566
￥43,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Martine Inn
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a wooden deck and a railing.

20. Hotel 1110 - Adults Only

Hotel 1110 - Adults Only
4.0 star property
Oak Grove
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Front desk very helpful. Beach across street."
United States
Wilfrid
The price is ￥25,035
￥29,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hotel 1110 - Adults Only
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Learn more about Carmel Highlands

Dramatic cliffs meet crashing waves along Carmel Highlands' rugged coastline, where photographers capture iconic views of cypress trees and sea otters. Hike Point Lobos State Natural Reserve's trails for wildlife spotting, then drive north to Carmel-by-the-Sea for art galleries and wine tasting rooms.

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A coastal landscape with a bridge, cliffs, and ocean.

Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

8/10 Good
"It’s hard to know what to expect when you’ve never been to the town before. This is a great place for location. I wanted to check in quick and stretch my legs walking along the ocean. That happened. A few unhomed folks along the way. If you want valet, help with your bags, friendly but not BFF staff. Reliable everything this is your spot. There was a big conference happening while I was there and I didn’t feel any impact. All conference goers seemed happy and healthy. If you want unique, cozy, work a little harder to prove your travel chops, look at other options."
Molly 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"One of the best ocean views. We got to see dolphins outside our room. Will be staying here again."
Erika 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Carmel Highlands?
If you're looking for high-quality comfort and loads of amenities during your Carmel Highlands escape, consider Hyatt Carmel Highlands. This popular 4-star hotel features a swimming pool and spa facilities. La Playa Hotel also gets stellar reviews from Expedia customers. A terrace and concierge services are among its conveniences.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Carmel Highlands?
To lock in a 4-star hotel in Carmel Highlands that matches your budget, use Expedia's handy search filters. Check out the available options during your vacation dates and use our pricing filter to set your maximum rate. You can also list your results by the most budget-friendly stay first.

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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Carmel Highlands?
Treat yourself to refined living during your Carmel Highlands vacation by checking in to a 4-star hotel. As well as featuring upmarket surroundings, these retreats are usually packed with amenities like complimentary bathrobes, large beds and plenty more. A 5-star hotel will go above and beyond to make your trip an even more lavish and memorable one. 24-hour front desk, on-site spas and world-class dining are just the start of the first-rate conveniences and services you'll likely get access to.