Northwest Carmel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Carmel
Popular places to visit
Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip 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.
Activities
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Our pick of the best Northwest Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
clean room. nice staff. great location. Had trouble finding the heat control - would have been nice if it had been pointed out. strange elevator situation - couldn't find stairs to breakfast room!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hotel Carmel
What a lovely hidden gem! we were able to walk to the village. Room was so nice, beds comfortable and quier. The sitting patio are had a beautiful fireplace, a fire pit and amazing sitting! Staff was awesome! Breakfast was great, simple but delicious. Love the sangria and cookies on Thursday and ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Love this
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Stilwell Hotel
The room was perfect for us! So luxurious and what a fantastic location within walking distance to everything! If you want that true Carmel-By-The-Sea experience, stay here! The staff was so friendly, helpful, and professional! Lastly, the breakfast that is included is incredible! Fresh smoothies, ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Briarwood Inn
Great, seamless check-in. Clean room. Quiet, off the beaten path. Cozy room. Two main issues (though we had a great stay): the shower head needed to be replaced--the openings for the water were so small, it almost felt like needles, and unfortunately, we had ants in the sink area. Both fixable.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
High Meadows
While High Meadows may 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.
Northwest Carmel Travel Guide
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