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Our top choices for Carmel motels

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1. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good location."
United States
Carolina
The price is NZ$432
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Interior entrance

2. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"The parking was super convinient, clean roomm."
United States
Alma
The price is NZ$340
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carmel Resort Inn
Lobby

3. Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Good for a price , old furniture but good location"
United States
Vladyslava
The price is NZ$393
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Carmel Inn And Suites
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

4. Fisherman's Cove Inn

Fisherman's Cove Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (217 reviews)
"Basic place to stay the night"
United States
Eric
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Fisherman's Cove Inn
Suite, 2 Bedrooms

5. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (115 reviews)
"Very good motel"
Canada
Volodymyr
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pelican Inn Monterey
Garden view

6. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"it is a very beautiful place to stay very clean bed very comfortable same as the pillows all excellent"
United States
Luisa Veronica
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Padre Oaks
Exterior

7. Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,030 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Dan
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Arbor Inn Monterey
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

8. Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (779 reviews)
"It was a lovely stay and the team of this lodge was very friendly and helpful specially Digin"
United States
Imran Bashir
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Hill Lodge
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (818 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice and helpful staff, plenty of parking. Walking distance to shopping."
United States
Veronica
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
Terrace/patio

10. Villa Franca Inn

Villa Franca Inn
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (733 reviews)
"Clean room and within walking distance to downtown and the pier."
United States
Rose M
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Villa Franca Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool

11. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,863 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Marlene C
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Stargazer Hotel
Outdoor pool

12. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, helpful and well maintained property."
United States
Waleed
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stage Coach Lodge
Exterior

13. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,283 reviews)
"The hotel is great for a budget stay and has everything you would need for a good trip."
United States
Bernardo
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Monterey Surf Inn
Property amenity

14. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to crash in the Monterey area if you're on a budget and last minute plans. It has all the basic amenities covered, rooms were clean and in great condition. We had a pleasant stay, will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Shreyes
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
Beach nearby

15. Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Vyacheslav
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Deer Haven Inn
Reception

16. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, close to everything"
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Monterey Bay Lodge
Property grounds

17. Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras

Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Not much to say, old school style motel/hotel. Clean, safe, good location. Not a resort, just a decent hotel."
United States
Eric
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
Exterior

18. Inn By the Bay Monterey

Inn By the Bay Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"The location is close to everything."
United States
teresa
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Inn By the Bay Monterey
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Jetted bathtub

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,019 reviews)
"It was a good stay for what we needed."
United States
Sarah
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Property entrance

20. The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location, free parking, wonderful staff, very well maintained property."
United States
DEBORAH
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Stevenson Monterey
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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carmel?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Carmel. Not-to-be-missed sights include Carmel Beach in Carmel, as well as Monterey Bay and Cannery Row in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carmel?
Carmel River Inn & Cottages: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Carmel Beach and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Carmel Inn And Suites: Free WiFi and concierge services are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as pillowtop beds. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of 17-Mile Drive.
What can I do in Carmel?
Those who've visited Carmel speak highly of its shops and beaches. While you're sightseeing, visit the area's art scene. Favourite places in and around Carmel include Carmel Beach, Monterey Bay and Cannery Row. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Los Padres National Forest and Carmel River State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: The Carmel Business Association, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue.
What's the weather like in Carmel?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carmel to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Carmel is 496 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carmel while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Carmel to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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