Northwest Carmel Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Carmel Plaza

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 Plaza
Carmel Beach which includes landscape views and a beach as well as an individual female

Carmel Beach

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course

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 Valley Ranch Golf Course
Carmel Mission Basilica featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and interior views

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.

Carmel Mission Basilica
Bixby Bridge showing landscape views, general coastal views and a bridge

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.

Bixby Bridge
Monastery Beach

Monastery Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Monastery Beach

Activities

Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

NZ$93
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
"Family Friendly" Scenic E-Bike Tour along 17 Mile Dr

"Family Friendly" Scenic E-Bike Tour along 17 Mile Dr

NZ$134
per adult
"Family Friendly" Scenic E-Bike Tour along 17 Mile Dr
Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea

Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea

NZ$68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided 2-Hour Walking Tour in Carmel by the Sea
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

NZ$269
per adult
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

NZ$34
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Surfing Rental Package

Monterey: Surfing Rental Package

NZ$42
per adult
Monterey: Surfing Rental Package
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Our pick of the best Northwest Carmel Hotel Deals

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 out of 5
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA
The price is NZ$397 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$397
per night
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,302 reviews)
"Ideally located for visiting Carmel Easy check in and plenty of parking."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Carmel Bay View Inn
Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel

3.5 out of 5
Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA
The price is NZ$615 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
NZ$615
per night
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (942 reviews)
"Great spot in Carmel. Staff was great. Enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hotel Carmel
Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

3 out of 5
4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Staff was very courteous and gave great pointers during our weekend stay, it felt like a mom & pop run business where customer satisfaction was always the aim. Mike was great and we'll definitely stay there again due to the prime location and convenience to the shopping, dining and the beach. There ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel

4 out of 5
San Carlos St at 5th Ave, Carmel, CA
The price is NZ$1,041 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$1,041
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay Aquarium are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (364 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in beautiful area convenient to shops/restauants."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Stilwell Hotel
Hofsas House Hotel

Hofsas House Hotel

2.5 out of 5
San Carlos Street, Between 3rd & 4th Ave, Carmel, CA
The price is NZ$434 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$434
per night
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions 17-Mile ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (791 reviews)
"Very spacious. Exceeded my expectations. Clean and the staff were very accommodating. Close to all shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Hofsas House Hotel
Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites

2.5 out of 5
5th And Junipero, Carmel, CA
The price is NZ$245 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$245
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this motel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Cleanest mom & pops hotel I have ever seen. Parking was easy. It is walkable to restaurants and shops but has some hills. Great place to stay."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Carmel Inn And Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Carmel

Carmel which includes autumn colours, a house and a sunset

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Carmel
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Northeast Carmel

4/5(3 area reviews)

While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Northeast Carmel
Forest Theater Guild which includes a garden and theatre scenes

Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

Southeast Carmel
Carmel which includes autumn colours, a house and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Golden Rectangle
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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.

Carmel Woods
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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.

High Meadows

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