Carmel Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A mountainous landscape with a town nestled in the valley.
A hilly town with a large green park, residential houses, and a power line tower.
A hilly landscape with a small village, a large green field, and a power line tower.
Rolling hills, a winding path, and a distant cityscape under a partly cloudy sky.
A pink building with arched windows and balconies, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a grassy lawn.

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Activities


Our pick of the best Carmel Valley Hotel Deals

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

3 out of 5
3939 Ocean Bluff Ave San Diego CA
The price is NZ$338 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$338
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"The room was clean, lobby was clean but the staff is why I'd go back. I goofed and checked in a day after my booked day. I entered the wrong check in date when I was building my booking. I get there and the front desk made it feel like it wasn't a problem, and had my room still ready and just moved ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
The price is NZ$375 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$375
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,528 reviews)
"Excellent stay."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is NZ$388 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$388
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,249 reviews)
"its a good weekend getaway . I am a wyndham prime time share owner but Its not the same if I am reserving for a resort, etc. It is a typical hotel environment. I am spoiled by Wyndham with their nice resorts. I didn't use my points here because I never thought I could :) all good - cheers! specially ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
The price is NZ$576 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$576
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,923 reviews)
"Overall a good experience. The room was large and well stocked. I did find some hair in the bathroom but wasn’t a big deal. The restaurant was severely understaffed, that’s the only place to get a Starbucks coffee at the moment with the cafe market being renovated and it took close to 30 mins for ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is NZ$687 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$687
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,707 reviews)
"I didnt like the fact that Barefoot Bar restrooms weren’t very clean or attractive. Also our room cleaner didn’t come at all one day, and she never changed our sheets (once we told her they didn’t need to be changed, but that was just once and she never changed them at all.)"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is NZ$433 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$433
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,957 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean room and great location for entertainment and dining"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
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 Valley

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

Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Spreckels Theater – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach and Dog Beach.



Carmel Valley Travel Guide

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