Northwest Carmel, CA
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Popular places to visit
Carmel Plaza
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.
Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.
Point Sur Lighthouse
Spot sea life and admire the breathtaking coastal scenery of the Big Sur region from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Northwest Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Great staff,, clean comfy rooms and wonderful location, will definitely be back!
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Hotel Carmel
Staff was amazing given the light outage.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
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.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Stilwell Hotel
The room was clean and very comfortable. The breakfast was excellent. The hotel is very nicely updated and the courtyard areas are beautiful. We will definitely visit again.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Accommodating staff
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Great location, very clean, well kept, staff are friendly and helpful. California taxes are pretty steep. Complimentary or discounted parking would’ve been helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Northwest Carmel
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade 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.
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Carmel Woods
While Carmel Woods might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
High Meadows
While High Meadows isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Del Monte Shopping Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
