Southeast Carmel Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A rustic wooden building with a staircase, surrounded by tall pine trees.
A wooden amphitheater with bleachers, a stage, and a stone wall.
A wooden sign for the Forest Theater with the name "Carmel-by-the-Sea" and a no vehicles sign nearby.
A sign with the text "FOR THEATER" and a weather vane above it.
A stone wall, wooden benches, and a small building in a park.

Stay near popular Southeast Carmel attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Southeast Carmel Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$530 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$530
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (3,673 reviews)
"Portola is always the first choice to stay when I’m in Monterey. They have lovely ambience and the rooms are clean and staff is always nice. Also, they are so close to all the attractions."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is NZ$401 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$401
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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 ...
Carmel Mission Inn
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$430 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$430
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,805 reviews)
"The room was clean and had everything we needed. Staff was friendly and helpful. Loved the breakfast. Perfect!!!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is NZ$554 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$554
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

2.5 out of 5
1111 Lighthouse Ave Pacific Grove CA
The price is NZ$234 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$234
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"I’m a frequent flyer here."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Monarch Resort
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
The price is NZ$313 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$313
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hotel Pacific
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 Southeast Carmel

Find the best Southeast Carmel areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Carmel

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

Golden Rectangle

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

Northeast Carmel

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

Northwest Carmel

If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.



Southeast Carmel Travel Guide

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