What is Carmel Valley like?

Carmel Valley is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. Make sure that you visit The Grand Golf Club and Del Mar Highlands Town Center as part of your Carmel Valley travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Carmel Valley?

Based on our traveller data, Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmel Valley. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Carmel Valley area?

Expedia has 57 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmel Valley to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Diego area.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Carmel Valley.

What is there to do in this San Diego neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Carmel Valley are The Grand Golf Club and Del Mar Highlands Town Center. When you're sightseeing in San Diego, Los Penasquitos Marsh Nature Preserve and San Diego Polo Fields are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Carmel Valley hotels

1. Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

Carmel Valley

Crystal

RM605 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

Carmel Valley

KEVIN

RM708 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

3. San Diego Marriott Del Mar

Carmel Valley

Harry

RM906 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

Carmel Valley

Robert

RM715 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

Carmel Valley

Christopher I

RM675 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

6. Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar

Carmel Valley

Liz

RM876 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

7. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Carmel Valley

Brandon

RM4,119 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

5.4 km from Carmel Valley

Alyssa

RM754 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

9. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

5.3 km from Carmel Valley

Balwinder

RM836 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

10. Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

4.6 km from Carmel Valley

Christopher

RM689 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley by IHG

5.5 km from Carmel Valley

Johnathan

RM742 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

12. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

5.5 km from Carmel Valley

Angela

RM499 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

University City, 7.7 km from Carmel Valley

Claudia

RM1,031 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

14. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

10.5 km from Carmel Valley

Jesus

RM520 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

15. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

5.3 km from Carmel Valley

Catherine

RM1,028 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

16. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

10.9 km from Carmel Valley

April

RM732 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

17. Del Mar Beach Hotel

5.4 km from Carmel Valley

Kristine

RM1,180 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. Pleasant Inn

12.7 km from Carmel Valley

Vance Lee

RM338 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

19. La Jolla Shores Hotel

10.7 km from Carmel Valley

Jennifer

RM1,218 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

20. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

21.1 km from Carmel Valley

Shannon J

RM635 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Carmel Valley

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Residence Inn San Diego Del Mar	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 555 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,615 reviews	View
San Diego Marriott Del Mar	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View

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Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

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Pacific Beach

Relax in beachside cafés in the morning, surf clean breaks in the afternoon and dance with a youthful club crowd at night at this coastal San Diego strip.

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