Carmel Riviera
Carmel
Visit Carmel Riviera
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.
Garrapata State Park
Enjoy a trip to Garrapata State Park and popular activities such as golfing in Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants.
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.
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.
Things to do
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Carmel Riviera
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Beautiful facility walking distance to Fisherman’s Wharf
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Great property!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The hotel is clean. The staff very friendly and helpful. The location is great. However the spa area is very disappointing. The spa water was green and not clean. The glass wall at the perimeter of the spa deck was dirty and streaked and hard to see through. The spa staff let teenagers run around ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Friendly check in, great breakfast and very clean rooms.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Kinda loud, thin walls but still overall good stay. Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Carmel Bay View Inn
great location. Very clean. Buildings a bit old but clean and charming.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Riviera
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.
Carmel Meadows
Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, but Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
