Jack's Peak Travel Guide
Carmel
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Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.

Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Folktale Winery and Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Folktale Winery and Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Jack's Peak

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Typically love staying here. Our room was directly above a karaoke bar and we got very little sleep.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Everything was perfect! Customer Service was amazing!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
The property had beautiful grounds. However, they’re very strict about quiet hours. During check-in, the representative spoke so fast because it seemed that she did not want to explain the rules and policies of the hotel so we missed half of the information that was “explained to us.” There was plenty ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

The Monterey Hotel
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was very clean. However, the street noise made it very hard to get a good nights rest.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
The room was spacious and lovely! seemed updated and clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
We had a great stay. Only suggestion would be better breakfast options. Does anyone really eat that highly processed, artificial Yoplait stuff they claim is yoghurt?
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jack's Peak

High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

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

Rancho Rio Vista
While Rancho Rio Vista isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and The Barnyard 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.

Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
