The Best Hotels in Downtown Carmel, Carmel - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wayside Inn	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
L Auberge Carmel	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 580 reviews	View
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 192 reviews	View
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 428 reviews	View
Carmel Green Lantern Inn	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 724 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

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

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Golden Rectangle

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

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Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

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Northwest Carmel

If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, dense green vegetation, and a solitary tree on a cliff overlooking the ocean.

Northeast Carmel

While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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.

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Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent

"This is our second time staying at this hotel. It was very expensive, but love the convenience of being within walking distance to shopping, food, fisherman’s wharf, and other activities. I just parked the car at hotel parking garage and never had to jump into it again. Again it’s pricey, but if your budget allows, I recommend it."

The Stevenson Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"I would rate this hotel highly. It is conveniently located close to downtown and provides easy access to major attractions, restaurants, and transportation. The property is safe, well maintained, and features 24-hour CCTV surveillance in the parking lot, providing an added sense of security for guests."

Pacific Inn

8/10 Good

"It was a pretty basic hotel overall, but we slept well, the room had everything we needed, and the location was good for our needs. The hotel was very pet friendly including an off leash dog area with toys. One big surprise is that the hotel is right on the public transit line, making it easy to get to downtown and Canary Row without needing to drive."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Carmel like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Carmel's Downtown Carmel neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Carmel travel tips? Make sure that you visit Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown Carmel?

Based on our traveller data, Carmel Bay View Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Carmel. This hotel is steps from Carmel Plaza, and offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the area include Pine Inn and Tradewinds Carmel.

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Carmel area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Carmel, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 65 Downtown Carmel hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Carmel, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Carmel.

What is there to do in this Carmel neighbourhood?

If you have some time to wander around and enjoy the activities in Downtown Carmel, you could stop by Galante Vineyards, Blair Estate Tasting Room or Wrath Winery. Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Carmel Beach, The Carmel Business Association and Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Carmel. De Tierra Vineyards and Sunset Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carmel.

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Our top choices for Downtown Carmel hotels

Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Tally Ho Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

Normandy Inn

Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

Wayside Inn

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Monte Verde Inn

Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Pine Inn

Tradewinds Carmel

Carriage House Inn

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

L Auberge Carmel

Sand Castle Inn

Steinbeck Lodge

Gateway Lodge

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Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

Golden Rectangle

Southeast Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Northeast Carmel

Carmel Highlands

Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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