Carmel-by-the-Sea Hotels & Motels

Nestled in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel Inn & Suites is perfect for a romantic getaway or family vacation and is within walking distance to world-famous beaches, restaurants, shopping and galleries. A variety of non-smoking guest rooms and suites are available, each furnished in a country inn style and equipped with wireless Internet access. The second floor suites boast views of Point Lobos and the ocean.

Rates: USD 300 - 710 — The Hyatt Carmel Highlands features 142 guest rooms situated atop bluffs that overlook the Big Sur shoreline. This luxury property offers an impressive array of amenities including complimentary use of mountain bikes, wireless Internet access, an outdoor swimming pool, three outdoor Jacuzzis, babysitting services and award-winning dining. Some guest rooms feature wood-burning fireplaces, while all have luxurious beds and linens, CD/DVD players and upgraded bath products. One- and two-bedroom suites, many with full kitchens are available.

This hotel is conveniently located near Carmel Beach and Cannery Row restaurants and offers complimentary continental breakfast, wireless high-speed Internet access and some guest rooms with fireplaces and balconies.

Breathtaking beaches, world-class golf courses, an endless variety of leisure and cultural activities and a wealth of unique shops are within minutes of the Carmel Mission Inn. This upscale hotel offers plenty of amenities including a heated pool, two hot tubs, business services, wireless Internet access, a restaurant, a fitness center and room service. This is a dog-friendly property.

This luxury Carmel hotel features a unique blend of Asian, Balinese and tropical design, ocean views and fireplace suites. Rich in amenities, all 28 suites are designed for comfort and rejuvenation. Complimentary breakfast is available daily and concierge service is available.

Rates: USD 160 - 670 — Located on 1700 acres, the Carmel Valley Ranch features an impressive array of amenities including an 18-hole Pete Dye championship golf course, tennis courts and three on-site restaurants. Guests choose between a variety of room types, including one-bedroom junior spa and two-bedroom suites. All rooms are equipped with a wood-burning fireplace and panoramic mountain views.

Located in the heart of Carmel the Pine Inn has a lengthy history in this charming sea side town. Built in 1889, the Inn has been tastefully refurbished over the years and features guest rooms individually decorated with a distinctive European flaour. In the evening relax in IlFornaio, the Inn's Italian restaurant or sip your favourite beverage at the bar.

Just steps away from Carmel Beach and one of the original Inns of Carmel, the Colonial Terrace Inn features 25 individually-decorated guest rooms, including some with ocean views and most with fireplaces. Guests appreciate the many amenities available at this property, including complimentary continental breakfast, a gift shop, beautifully-landscaped grounds and much more.

Conveniently located just steps away from the downtown area known as Carmel Village, the Comfort Inn Carmel By the Sea is also close to many popular attractions such as Carmel Beach, Pebble Beach, 17-Mile Drive, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf. Guests appreciate the many amenities available at this hotel including complimentary continental breakfast, in-room coffee makers and free newspapers on weekdays.

Opening in Fall 2012. Originally a Mediterranean villa that was built in 1904, La Playa Hotel and Cottages-by-the-Sea is located in the popular coastal village of Carmel-by-the-Sea. The hotel is situated just two blocks from the Pacific Ocean and offers convenient access to local restaurants, shops and art galleries. Seventy-three guest rooms and five cottages are featured at the hotel, which also offers on-site dining, an outdoor swimming pool and high-speed Internet access.

Rates: USD 90 - 250 — Built on a hillside with a view of pines and ocean, the Bavarian-style, four-story Hofsas House Hotel has a variety of rooms and suites available. Continental breakfast is served in the lounge each morning. Some of the hotel amenities are a year-round heated swimming pool, free wireless Internet access, two dry saunas and a banquet area that accommodates small business meetings and other small private parties. Some rooms are dog-friendly.

Rates: USD 80 - 200 — Shops, galleries, beaches and restaurants are a few steps away from the oceanside Best Western Carmel Bay View Inn, and over 15 golf courses are also located within a short driving distance. Suites come fully-appointed with select ocean views and fireplaces. An outdoor swimming pool with a sundeck is provided for guest use.

Rates: USD 70 - 250 — Featured attractions near this lodge include many fine art galleries, world-class golf courses and white sandy beaches. Free newspaper and continental breakfast are available to guests in the mornings. All rooms are non-smoking and offer Internet access and cable television.

Guests of the Adobe Inn can stroll to the beach and the numerous restaurants and shops in the surrounding area. The Inn features an on-site restaurant, outdoor pool, free parking, spacious and luxurious rooms with available fireplaces.

The Carmel River Inn features 19 guest rooms, ten acres of gardens and forest,and 24 cottages. The Inn, located only a mile from the village of Carmel-by-the Sea, offers a heated pool, patios on which to relax and many of the cottages have woodburning fireplaces.

The Cobblestone Inn Bed & Breakfast features unique guest rooms that have gas fireplaces, sitting areas and Jacuzzi whirlpools, making it a great place to stay for a romantic retreat. The rooms also boast complimentary sodas and water, flat-screen televisions, dvd players, robes, hair dryers and newspapers and guests are treated to breakfast every morning and wine and hors d'oeuvres in the evening.

Boasting fresh ocean breezes for air conditioning, this property is located close to area galleries, shopping, festivals and restaurants. The 38-room Lodge is smoke-free and provides off-street parking. Some guestroom features include a fireplace, a balcony and a wet bar.

The Adobe Inn features a complimentary continental breakfast, swimming pool, a personal sauna and many rooms with Ocean views. The hotel is located just a few short blocks to local dining and shops as well as a sandy beach and ocean-side golfing.

This Mediterranean style pet-friendly inn boasts personal service and comfort through offering welcome flowers and a fruit basket with cream sherry, in-room fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs and a courtyard view. Guests will also enjoy the convenient location close to Carmel's most popular beaches and shops. The on-site Library Bar provides a place to relax and socialize. The inn is co-owned by former movie star, Doris Day and posters of her grace the Library Bar walls.

The Tradewinds Carmel, completely non-smoking, is a small, intimate hotel featuring 26 guest rooms and two suites. Some rooms have fireplaces, two person tubs or a whirlpool, and an ocean view. Hotel amenities include free parking, complimentary continental breakfast and a heated swimming pool.

Located in an 1850s farmhouse, Mission Ranch features 31 rooms, a restaurant, banquet rooms, six championship tennis courts and a health club. Some room amenities include fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs. Mission Ranch is located on 160-acres of gardens and meadows with views of the ocean and Carmel Beach.

The Tickle Pink Inn is located on the rugged cliff's overlooking the Pacific Ocean, four miles south of Carmel. Room rates include a fresh, baked continental breakfast and an evening wine and cheese in the Terrace Lounge. Hotel amenities feature some rooms with balconies and ocean views, room service and a terrac hot tub.

Featuring a natural garden setting, the Carmel Resort Inn offers cozy cottage accommodation that are pet-friendly and completely non-smoking. This hotel features a wide range of amenities including an indoor hot tub, complimentary continental breakfast, free high-speed Internet access and a sauna.

Each of the Lodge's 30 units features a private balcony, a separate dressing area and bath and a fireplace. Larger fully appointed suites are also available. The lodge is located within walking distance to Carmel Beach and local shopping and dining. A continental breakfast is served to all guests staying at the lodge.