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Our top choices for Carmel Highlands hotels

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1. Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great view and very affordable, room was a bit dated. Carrying luggage up and down the cliff and dealing with parking was not ideal but worth it overall."
United States
Brendan
The price is ￥59,967
￥76,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt
A dining area with a table set for four, overlooking a scenic ocean view.

2. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (350 reviews)
"Perfect"
United States
Mher
The price is ￥45,955
￥60,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

3. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
11 km from Carmel Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,755 reviews)
"I love that it was pet friendly and it was very convenient and near to a lot of sightseeing"
United States
Humberto J
The price is ￥34,727
￥46,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

4. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
11.3 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,692 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel !"
United States
Anca
The price is ￥33,970
￥40,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

5. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
4.4 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,880 reviews)
"Loved our stay and will return!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥26,045
￥31,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carmel Mission Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

6. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,873 reviews)
"clean rooms, lots of parking"
United States
Dannielle
The price is ￥12,506
￥14,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Pacific Inn
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

7. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,700 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with beautiful location. The restaurant is excellent too!"
United States
marie
The price is ￥52,422
￥60,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

8. Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 star property
12.3 km from Carmel Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,181 reviews)
"We loved the location, breakfast delivered and spacious room with harbor view"
United States
cathy
The price is ￥36,037
￥40,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Monterey Bay Inn
A courtyard with a fire pit, seating area, and a white wall with a balcony.

9. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
3.5 star property
11.4 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,863 reviews)
"Loved the rooms and the location!"
United States
Mellissa
The price is ￥20,156
￥23,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Pacific
An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

10. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
10.7 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,781 reviews)
"Great place and location"
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥30,939
￥36,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

11. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Luciana
The price is ￥21,333
￥24,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Park Crest Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a coffee machine.

12. Wave Street Inn

Wave Street Inn
3.0 star property
12.5 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The location was very convient"
United States
Tony
The price is ￥28,271
￥32,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Wave Street Inn
A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

13. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
12.4 km from Carmel Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,565 reviews)
"This was a dream stay, breakfast, location, clean, and friendly atmosphere."
United States
Sandy
The price is ￥25,429
￥29,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Victorian Inn
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a flower garden, and a sign that reads "Hotel Abrego."

14. Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego
3.5 star property
10.7 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,087 reviews)
"Great place and convenient location."
United States
Dave
The price is ￥22,359
￥29,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Abrego
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
3.0 star property
10.7 km from Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, super clean room, breakfast was delightful 😊"
United States
Richaed
The price is ￥29,641
￥34,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

16. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel, 5.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,829 reviews)
"Good location, clean rooms, comfortable mattresses and overall nice"
United States
Anita
The price is ￥22,074
￥24,992 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Carmel Bay View Inn
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large TV screen.

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
3.5 star property
13.2 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,579 reviews)
"Everything about the hotel was phenomenal!"
United States
Shannon
The price is ￥31,842
￥38,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

18. The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,088 reviews)
"Nice staff, perfect location, well priced"
United States
Sharon
The price is ￥13,242
￥15,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Stevenson Monterey
A historic hotel with arched windows and a classic facade.

19. The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
3.0 star property
11.1 km from Carmel Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,811 reviews)
"Excellent location and great staff"
United States
Barbara
The price is ￥15,215
￥17,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Monterey Hotel
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

20. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Carmel Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,099 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is ￥11,933
￥13,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
El Castell Hotel
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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
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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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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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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 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.

Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Bay Breeze Inn

Bay Breeze Inn

8/10 Good
"Nice stay."
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Posted less than an hour ago
Bay Breeze Inn

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 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?
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. 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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