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.
Sunset Center
Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Northwest Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Great
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Hotel Carmel
Staff and accommodations were excellent. Location a few blocks from restaurants and shopping!
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Room was perfect for a family of 4 plus a dog. Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating! The location was perfect for walking to the beach, shopping, and restaurants!
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Stilwell Hotel
Had a great experience. Room and bathroom were massive and and really nice. Only complaint was that you can control all the lights without leaving the bed. Breakfast was good, staff were nice, parking a little tight but manageable. Would go back!
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Hofsas House Hotel
Staff was courteous and the room was clean. It was a little bright in the morning though, but loved the Dutch door. Bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The staff were friendly, and the rooms were clean and nice. It's located in the Old Town, making it great for a walk.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 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.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
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.
High Meadows
While High Meadows isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northwest Carmel, CA
- Carmel Beach
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- 17-Mile Drive
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- Asilomar State Beach
- California State University Monterey Bay
- Los Padres National Forest
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Marina State Beach
- Bixby Bridge
