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Courtyard

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,823 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Mary
The price is RM1,071
RM1,250 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Carmel Mission Inn
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Lovely stay."
United States
Monique
The price is RM1,121
RM1,265 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Tradewinds Carmel
Exterior

Pine Inn

Pine Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,014 reviews)
"Very beautiful place, great location and pleasant staff"
United States
Pamela
The price is RM1,014
RM1,158 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pine Inn
Beach/ocean view

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,018 reviews)
"Great place in a terrific location. We will keep this place on our list of favorites."
United States
Forrest
The price is RM667
RM794 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Such a cozy stay! We only stayed one night but everything from the front desk to the room, to the vibes were just amazing! Definitely will be coming back for the little cottages that were scattered throughout the property!"
United States
Chris
The price is RM1,176
RM1,309 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Exterior

Carmel Beach Hotel

Carmel Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Golden Rectangle
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (470 reviews)
"Very quiet and quaint. Location is perfect!"
United States
Michelle
The price is RM2,144
RM2,589 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Carmel Beach Hotel
Exterior

Candle Light Inn

Candle Light Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was very spacious. There was a K cup machine for coffee, although it was French roast, which is not our favorite would recommend bringing some of your own K cups. They had complementary homemade cookies that were delicious. Staff was all very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this place."
United States
Linda
The price is RM1,645
RM1,852 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Candle Light Inn
Courtyard view

Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel
3.5 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay."
United States
Ilya
The price is RM1,828
RM2,246 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Carmel
Property grounds

Briarwood Inn

Briarwood Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (878 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Thomas
The price is RM855
RM966 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Briarwood Inn
Outdoor spa tub

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, very clean, nice breakfast, good parking. "
United States
Cheryl
The price is RM1,486
RM1,674 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Property entrance

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Carmel Green Lantern Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (724 reviews)
"Great location and cute rooms."
United States
George Riley
The price is RM1,157
RM1,305 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Beach nearby

Adobe Inn

Adobe Inn
3.5 star property
Golden Rectangle
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (751 reviews)
"Easy parking, great location and staff was great. Owners are making Propery improvements and taking pride in what they do. Would definitely recommend as a place to stay!"
United States
Julia
The price is RM1,453
RM1,635 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Adobe Inn
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Carriage House Inn

Carriage House Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (504 reviews)
"We had an amazing trip and a fantastic stay at the Carriage House!!! Staff were incredible, location was perfect, room was fantastic and breakfast was perfect!!! Could not recommend highly enough!!!"
United States
Joseph
The price is RM1,755
RM1,976 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Carriage House Inn
Terrace/patio

Tally Ho Inn

Tally Ho Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"This is a Beautiful Hotel. Loved the private deck and the view."
United States
Tracie
The price is RM1,827
RM2,057 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Tally Ho Inn
Front of property

Monte Verde Inn

Monte Verde Inn
3.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (687 reviews)
"Great location and a beautiful Inn."
United States
La Raye
The price is RM1,095
RM1,233 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Monte Verde Inn
Exterior

Carmel Country Inn

Carmel Country Inn
3.5 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"From the first moment we arrived the hospitality was remarkable. We were walked to our room and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was great, and dogs were welcomed with their names written on a chalkboard. It was calm, quaint, and we really felt taken care of. I definitely recommend it!"
United States
Lindsay
The price is RM2,194
RM2,464 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Carmel Country Inn
Exterior

Quaint Carmel - Bungalow Close to Beach

Quaint Carmel - Bungalow Close to Beach
3.0 star property
Carmel Woods
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"was really nice get away for me and my spouse we arrived late the first night and the fire alarm battery was low we contacted them and they responded immediately which was really nice considering how late it was. i just felt awkward walking beside the main house because i think we scared the people staying in there since it was so late and they had all of the blinds open"
United States
Vanessa
Quaint Carmel - Bungalow Close to Beach
Interior

Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!

Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!
3.0 star property
Carmel Woods
Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!
Exterior

Wayside Inn

Wayside Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"We wished to inquire about the free breakfast but no one answered the phone as Front Desk before 8AM? Most travelers get going early in the AM. Had to eat breakfast elsewhere."
United States
David
The price is RM1,498
RM1,688 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Wayside Inn
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Carmel Dolores Cottages

Carmel Dolores Cottages
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
Carmel Dolores Cottages
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RM2,547
RM3,070 total
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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was SUPER FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL. I thought I wasn’t going to get a good night sleep because… you know, there’s nothing like your bed. Well… boy was I wrong. I slept so good. That bed and the pillows… LOVED it! The room was very clean. DEFINITELY WILL STAY THERE AGAIN!"
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Carmel River Inn & Cottages

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Find Your Ideal 3 Star Hotel in Carmel

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Carmel?
Travellers recommend Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave. It comes with beach loungers and free internet services, and is around 0.32 kilometers east of central Carmel. Wayside Inn is another leading 3-star hotel. Located roughly 0.32 kilometers southeast of the downtown area, it offers premium bedding and hypo-allergenic bedding.
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