Carmel Riviera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Carmel Riviera
Activities
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
NZ$106
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
NZ$119
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
NZ$128
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
NZ$135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
NZ$111
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
NZ$39
per adult
Our pick of the best Carmel Riviera Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$557 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$557
8 July - 9 July
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! (3,359 reviews)
"Front staff was very kind and helpful. Our room no was clean and nice."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is NZ$482 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$482
13 July - 14 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,789 reviews)
"They charge for parking daily ($30) as well as a resort fee (+ taxes). The showers had low water pressure and the hot tub jets were broken."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is NZ$523 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$523
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,664 reviews)
"I went alone. All though there were mostly families I felt comfortable there. The massage was excellent, food was great and loved the fire pit and snores. Would definitely go there again to get away"
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is NZ$824 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$824
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,601 reviews)
"We paid $500 a night to be placed right over the garbage garage and was disturbed at 6am daily. Not worth it."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
The Monterey Hotel
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
The price is NZ$274 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$274
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,712 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. The coffee cafe next door was delicious with great music. We had a beautiful room. Very happy"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
100 Reservation Rd Marina CA
The price is NZ$133 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$133
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Marina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (2,074 reviews)
"Very nice place"
Reviewed on 5 July 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.
Our guide on where to stay in Carmel Riviera
Find the best Carmel Riviera areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Aimee Bollinger
Open Photo by Aimee Bollinger
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Photo by Bryce Karr
Open Photo by Bryce Karr
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher
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.
