Carmel Woods Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Activities

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
NZ$109
per adult
94% of travellers recommend

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
NZ$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
NZ$132
per adult
98% of travellers recommend

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
NZ$139
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
NZ$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
NZ$41
per adult
Our pick of the best Carmel Woods Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$594 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$594
13 July - 14 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! (3,382 reviews)
"Great stay. The layout is interesting but once we got the lay of the land it was fine."
Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$445 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$445
12 July - 13 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! (1,797 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
Reviewed on 6 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! (1,669 reviews)
"Nice & comfortable hotel."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is NZ$824 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$824
8 July - 9 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! (1,606 reviews)
"i did not like the property , it’s very expensive but the bathroom missing lot of things , toothpaste , head shower cup, all those little things missing , they are charging a lot for property but little things are not there, they should improve the quality"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026

The Monterey Hotel
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$302 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$302
12 July - 13 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! (1,720 reviews)
"The area surrounding this hotel is located in a very convenient and accessible location with many things to do. However, does hotels also very inconvenience with no refrigerator in the room, no microwave in the room as well as no ice machine on the floors. Not recommended for families"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
100 Reservation Rd Marina CA
The price is NZ$133 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$133
3 Aug - 4 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! (2,087 reviews)
"The staff here are always amazing! I have stayed here for over 5 months week after week and they are always professional and accommodating. The best overall."
Reviewed on 6 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 Woods
Find the best Carmel Woods 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.


















