Downtown Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Carmel
Stay near popular Downtown Carmel attractions
Activities
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
NZ$107
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
NZ$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
NZ$130
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
NZ$35
per traveller
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
NZ$112
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
NZ$40
per adult
Our pick of the best Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA
The price is NZ$398 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
NZ$398
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Carmel Inn And Suites
5th And Junipero Carmel CA
The price is NZ$324 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$324
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room massages and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Cypress Inn
7th Avenue & Lincoln Street Carmel CA
The price is NZ$761 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$761
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive are located ...
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$535 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$535
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,615 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable, clean room- easy parking. Smell of methane gas (sewer) in Lobby for a few days."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is NZ$365 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$365
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,857 reviews)
"Loose wall sockets near window. Phone did not work. Slow WiFi."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is NZ$661 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$661
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Carmel
Find the best Downtown Carmel areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Bryce Karr
Open Photo by Bryce Karr
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach.
