Downtown Carmel Holidays
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Carmel
Find the best Downtown Carmel areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Carmel
Golden Rectangle
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
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.
Our pick of the best Downtown Carmel Hotel Deals
Carmel Bay View Inn
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA
NZ$377
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,787 reviews)
"Extremely nice resort with beautiful property, impressive lobby and great swimming pool. Spacious room and bathroom. Very satisfying experience overall."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Carmel Inn And Suites
5th And Junipero Carmel CA
NZ$326
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Cypress Inn
7th Avenue & Lincoln Street Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
NZ$728
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"The Inn is one of our favorite places in Carmel. Usually we have one of the better rooms but they were gone this time. The basic king bed room was small and the bathroom very small and poorly conceived with few surfaces on which to place things. A better room is a must for next time. Breakfast great ..."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 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.
Stay near popular Downtown Carmel attractions
Carmel Plaza
9.4/10 (960 reviews)
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.
Galante Vineyards
8.0/10 (1 review)
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Galante Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area or enjoy its golf courses.
Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room
6.0/10 (1 review)
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room during your travels to Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its golf courses.
De Tierra Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at De Tierra Vineyards during your travels to Carmel.
The Doud Arcade
9.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Doud Arcade during your visit to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
Blair Estate Tasting Room
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Blair Estate Tasting Room during your travels to Carmel. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.
Wrath Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Wrath Winery during your travels to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Activities
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
NZ$107
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
NZ$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
NZ$130
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
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