Golden Rectangle

Carmel

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A beach with waves and a cloudy sky.
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Carmel Beach

9.6/10 (5,436 reviews)
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
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Things to do

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

RM285
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

RM224
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

RM387
per adult
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay
Cannery Row Cross Overs

Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

RM37
per adult
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Anytime Admission

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

RM94
per adult
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Whale Watching Tour

RM286
per adult
Monterey Whale Watching Tour
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Top hotels in Golden Rectangle

La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel

4 out of 5
Camino Real at Eighth Ave. Carmel CA
The price is RM3,152 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
RM3,152
RM3,830 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
La Playa Hotel
Carmel Beach Hotel

Carmel Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave Carmel CA
The price is RM1,741 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
RM1,741
RM2,138 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Carmel Beach Hotel
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
The price is RM1,014 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
RM1,014
RM1,159 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"The staff at the front desk was excellent. I came in there alone and I really enjoyed the experience. I had to leave very early in the morning and felt safe and honestly, this was just the cutest day. My room was adorable. Absolutely loved the old school vibes in this place, but it was updated enough ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Pine Inn
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is RM1,169 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM1,169
RM1,381 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,415 reviews)
"Great staff! Location is near everything!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is RM1,272 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
RM1,272
RM1,472 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Carmel Mission Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is RM1,666 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM1,666
RM1,916 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,611 reviews)
"The location and hotel were perfect rooms were clean valet was fast everyone was kind"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Where to stay in Golden Rectangle

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

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

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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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Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher

Northeast Carmel

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

Jack's Peak

If you're spending some time in Jack's Peak, Munras Avenue and Jacks Peak County Park are top sights worth seeing.

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