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 Carmel Highlands is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmel Highlands. This resort 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 Vacation Club at Highlands Inn .

How many hotels are there in Carmel Highlands?

Expedia has 44 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.

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1. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

Nitesh

￥79,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

2. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

Baljit

￥88,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

3. Carmel Mission Inn

4.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Ester

￥35,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

4. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel, 5.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Gretchen

￥39,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.

5. The Quail

7.9 km from Carmel Highlands

William

￥63,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A street sign for Ocean Street, a building with a balcony, and a parked car.

6. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Downtown Carmel, 5.8 km from Carmel Highlands

Linda

￥46,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

7. Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel, 5.7 km from Carmel Highlands

Michael

￥44,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

8. Padre Oaks

9.6 km from Carmel Highlands

Navpreet

￥15,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

9. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields, 4 km from Carmel Highlands

Lorraine

￥44,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, and a balcony with curtains.

10. Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel, 6.2 km from Carmel Highlands

Monique

￥55,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and framed artwork on the walls.

11. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Northwest Carmel, 6 km from Carmel Highlands

Joon

￥34,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

12. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

11 km from Carmel Highlands

Lucas

￥49,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A sign for Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites, surrounded by a stone wall and landscaping.

13. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Northeast Carmel, 6.7 km from Carmel Highlands

EJ

￥25,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A traditional building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a brick pathway.

14. Pine Inn

Downtown Carmel, 5.7 km from Carmel Highlands

Asmik

￥48,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A covered patio with outdoor furniture, a fireplace, and a view of a house with a tiled roof.

15. Hotel Carmel

Northwest Carmel, 6.1 km from Carmel Highlands

Clara

￥79,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

16. Sand Castle Inn

14.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Melissa

￥13,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

17. Pacific Inn

12.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Walter

￥18,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern living room with a teal sofa, a beige armchair, and two patterned side tables.

18. The Inn at 1252

9.7 km from Carmel Highlands

Robert

￥15,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

19. Aura Inn Monterey

9.5 km from Carmel Highlands

Sona

￥16,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

20. Monterey Surf Inn

9.8 km from Carmel Highlands

Nathan

￥13,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Where to stay in 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 Beach and Carmel Plaza 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 Beach and Carmel Plaza.

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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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Northwest Carmel

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

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Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Carmel Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was very nice"

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I had an amazing stay. The building itself was beautiful with high ceilings and friendly staff. There are plenty of places to eat close by and the hotel is not too far from Cannery Row. There is only street parking available but I had not problem finding parking nearby for overnight. If you like staying in hotels with charm and history I would highly recommend this location."

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great! Check-in was quick. Staff was very accommodating. Breakfast was fresh and yummy. Our room was clean daily with plenty of towels! Being a Bonvoy member had great perks, loved the sauna and smores kit for the nightly bonfire and let’s not leave out the spectacular views! 10/10 highly recommend ❤️"

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1. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

2. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

3. Carmel Mission Inn

4. Carmel Bay View Inn

5. The Quail

6. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

7. Normandy Inn

8. Padre Oaks

9. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10. Tradewinds Carmel

11. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

12. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

13. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

14. Pine Inn

15. Hotel Carmel

16. Sand Castle Inn

17. Pacific Inn

18. The Inn at 1252

19. Aura Inn Monterey

20. Monterey Surf Inn

Where to stay in Carmel Highlands

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Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

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