What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Carmel?

A motel is a good option if you're planning to travel around Carmel. These properties are usually found close to airports and major roads, offer ample parking and have basic amenities and services. Spend your break at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider range of rooms and more conveniences such as a gym, lobby and business facilities, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Carmel?

Keep track of your budget at one of our 3-star hotels with complimentary breakfast in Carmel. Roll out of bed and grab a coffee or juice at Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave , which has beach loungers and designer toiletries. Coachmans Inn, A Four Sisters Inn is another getaway that provides your morning drinks and food without charge.

Do any 3-star hotels in Carmel have a pool?

Take a swim in between seeing the sights at Carmel Mission Inn or Adobe Inn . They're popular 3-star accommodation that come with a pool in Carmel. The summer months of June, July and August are a superb time to stay at a hotel with a pool in this city. If you arrive in the warmest month of August, you'll experience average temperatures of 13ºC at night to 21ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Carmel have an on-site restaurant?

Stay in one of our Carmel escapes with an on-site restaurant and there'll be no need to venture far from your accommodation when you're hungry. Pine Inn and Hotel Carmel are two 3-star properties with this tasty perk on the menu. The first also comes with amenities such as premium bedding and an ocean view, while the second includes a garden and a pillowtop mattress.

Do any 3-star hotels in Carmel have WiFi?

Definitely. Wayside Inn and Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave are two of our 3-star hotels in Carmel with WiFi. Lock in one of these stays to easily access weather forecasts, travel recommendations and local insights. Remember, this useful amenity may be free or incur an additional cost.

What 3-star hotels in Carmel have parking?

If you're planning to tour Carmel by car, Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave comes with a space to leave your ride. Wayside Inn is another good 3-star property with parking. Leave the city for a day and explore farther afield. Stanford University and California's Great America are two amazing sights that are easy to get to by car from Carmel.

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Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

Diane

₹22,444 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Room, Private Bathroom (Serenity Suite) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

Fernando

₹30,444 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Pine Inn

Downtown Carmel

Zoltan

₹24,620 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Mission Fields

William

₹23,428 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

King Bedroom with Fireplace | Beach/ocean view

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Northwest Carmel

Nathan

₹16,430 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Carmel Beach Hotel

Golden Rectangle

Virginia

₹36,977 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Hotel Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Ilya

₹45,998 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Downtown Carmel

George Riley

₹25,598 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Candle Light Inn

Northwest Carmel

Maggie

₹32,661 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Downtown Carmel

Michael

₹39,043 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Briarwood Inn

Northwest Carmel

Steve

₹22,069 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Carriage House Inn

Downtown Carmel

Nancy

₹46,083 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Adobe Inn

Golden Rectangle

Steven

₹26,465 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Tally Ho Inn

Downtown Carmel

Tracie

₹31,206 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Monte Verde Inn

Downtown Carmel

Allie

₹28,766 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Carmel Country Inn

Northwest Carmel

Lindsay

₹40,463 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jul - 2 Jul

Wayside Inn

Downtown Carmel

Ana

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Carmel Woods

₹65,500 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Carmel Dolores Cottages

Downtown Carmel

Cypress Inn

Downtown Carmel

Anonymous traveller

₹957,409 total

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10 Jun - 11 Jun

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There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in Carmel, California, United States of America are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Carmel, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

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Travellers recommend Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave. It comes with beach loungers and free internet services, and is around 0.32 kilometres east of central Carmel. Wayside Inn is another leading 3-star hotel. Located roughly 0.32 kilometres southeast of the downtown area, it offers premium bedding and hypo-allergenic bedding.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Carmel?

Relaxation is a breeze in 3-star hotels in Carmel. As well as cosy surroundings, these more economical lodgings include a host of welcome amenities like complimentary WiFi, tea and coffee maker and gym equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a classier experience with enhanced features such as a wellness centre, indoor or outdoor pool and bigger rooms. No matter your preferred hotel style or budget, we have what you're searching for.

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