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$109
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
NZ$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
NZ$132
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
NZ$139
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
NZ$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
NZ$41
per adult
Our pick of the best Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$503 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$503
27 July - 28 July
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,752 reviews)
"We love staying at Carmel Bay View Inn. The staff is always friendly, the rooms are always clean, and your minutes from the beach. Everything is walkable, shops, bars, restaurants. Definitely one of the best places to stay."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Pine Inn
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
The price is NZ$494 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$494
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,014 reviews)
"Great location!!"
Reviewed on 12 July 2026
Carmel Inn And Suites
5th And Junipero Carmel CA
The price is NZ$395 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$395
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Old property. The wooden Stairs to second floor were rotted. The room floor was dirty. The toilet was loose and wobbly. No amenities."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$549 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$549
19 July - 20 July
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! (3,403 reviews)
"The property is really nice and the location is excellent but the rooms are kind of outdated. But overall, it was OK."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is NZ$562 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$562
30 July - 31 July
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! (1,823 reviews)
"The staff was outstanding"
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is NZ$818 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$818
20 July - 21 July
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,622 reviews)
"The Balcony rooms have an amazing view of the Harbour with playful otters and seals."
Reviewed on 12 July 2026
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.
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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.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Jack's Peak
If you're spending some time in Jack's Peak, Munras Avenue and Jacks Peak County Park are top sights worth seeing.
