What is Downtown Carmel like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Carmel's Downtown Carmel neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Carmel travel tips? Make sure that you visit Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown Carmel?

Based on our traveller data, Carmel Bay View Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Carmel. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Carmel Beach, and it offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the area include Pine Inn and Cypress Inn .

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Carmel area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Carmel, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 64 Downtown Carmel hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Carmel.

What is there to do in this Carmel neighbourhood?

If you have some time to wander around and enjoy the activities in Downtown Carmel, you could stop by Galante Vineyards, Blair Estate Tasting Room or Wrath Winery. Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room, De Tierra Vineyards and Sunset Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Carmel. Golden Bough Playhouse and Forest Theater Guild are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carmel.

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An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

1. Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

Chienyuan

RM646 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, and a balcony with curtains.

2. Tradewinds Carmel

Downtown Carmel

Melissa

RM1,322 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious room with a large wooden dining table, two armchairs, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

3. Cypress Inn

Downtown Carmel

Ernesto

RM1,658 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

4. Normandy Inn

Downtown Carmel

Renee

RM1,044 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A street sign for Ocean Street, a building with a balcony, and a parked car.

5. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Downtown Carmel

Reza

RM784 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A traditional building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a brick pathway.

6. Pine Inn

Downtown Carmel

Rhonda

RM1,070 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story building with a brick facade, balconies, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.

7. Wayside Inn

Downtown Carmel

Mark

RM1,198 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A building with a sign that reads "Welcome to the Inn."

8. Monte Verde Inn

Downtown Carmel

Christopher

RM1,237 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A patio area with a stone pillar, wicker chairs, a bicycle, and potted plants.

9. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Downtown Carmel

monica

RM1,747 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A bedroom with a fireplace, a large bed, a bench with pillows, a view through the window, and a round mirror on the wall.

10. Carriage House Inn

Downtown Carmel

Alexander

RM1,651 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a potted orchid.

11. Tally Ho Inn

Downtown Carmel

Ronald

RM1,331 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy room with a wooden floor, a white table, and a green door.

12. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Downtown Carmel

Kelsey

RM1,077 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a flag.

13. L Auberge Carmel

Downtown Carmel

Ishay

RM2,453 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a swimming pool.

14. Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

Downtown Carmel

Sharon

RM1,275 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A patio with a round table and chairs, a large umbrella, and potted plants.

15. Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

Downtown Carmel

Carol

RM630 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

16. Carmel Inn And Suites

Downtown Carmel

Kelley

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A covered porch with a bench, a door, and a window with shutters.

17. Carmel Dolores Cottages

Downtown Carmel

Kathryn

RM1,578 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A wooden sign for Candlelight Inn with a 'VACANCY' label.

18. Candle Light Inn

Northwest Carmel, 0.2 km from Downtown Carmel

Jose

RM1,157 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.

19. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Northwest Carmel, 0.4 km from Downtown Carmel

Alla

RM585 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A sandy beach with a large tree and a clear view of the ocean.

20. Hofsas House Hotel

Northwest Carmel, 0.4 km from Downtown Carmel

Matt

RM1,012 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Carmel

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carriage House Inn	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 519 reviews	View
Tradewinds Carmel	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Carmel Bay View Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,839 reviews	View
Normandy Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Cypress Inn	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 36 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

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

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Golden Rectangle

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

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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 Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Northeast Carmel

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

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Carmel Point

If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very helpful and friendly. The hotel, though old was well maintain and very clean. Loved the staff"

Carmel Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our time at the hotel. It isn’t a great location right next to the Barnyard which had some great restaurants and where my wife got a massage. It was also across the street from another strip mall that had a lot of other convenient places. And it was only 2 miles away from Carmel-by-the-Sea where we went and had a great dinner at La Bicyclette. We ended our night with a drink at the onsite restaurant which was very nice. I would definitely recommend this for your stay in Carmel."

Hotel Abrego

10/10 Excellent

"We were pleasantly surprised at the lovely room, courteous staff and great location. We don't drink wine, but the wine vouchers were a nice touch. (We gifted them to some other travellers) My only issue was the fireplace worked intermittently and there was not enough counter space in the bathroom. All in all we would stay there the next time we are in Monterey and definitely will recommend the Abrego!"

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Our top choices for Downtown Carmel hotels

1. Carmel Bay View Inn

2. Tradewinds Carmel

3. Cypress Inn

4. Normandy Inn

5. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

6. Pine Inn

7. Wayside Inn

8. Monte Verde Inn

9. Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

10. Carriage House Inn

11. Tally Ho Inn

12. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

13. L Auberge Carmel

14. Horizon Inn and Ocean View Lodge

15. Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

16. Carmel Inn And Suites

17. Carmel Dolores Cottages

18. Candle Light Inn

19. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

20. Hofsas House Hotel

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Where to stay in Downtown Carmel

Golden Rectangle

Southeast Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Northeast Carmel

Carmel Point

Top Downtown Carmel Hotel Reviews

The Monterey Hotel

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