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Best Hotels in Carmel, California
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items As one of my favorite destinations in California's central coast, Carmel-by-the-Sea has no shortage of great hotels to choose from.
As the closest hotel to the beach in all of Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel Beach Hotel is a little gem with a great spa and restaurant.
Carmel Beach Hotel | The Closest Stay to Carmel Beach
If you want to stay in the valley amongst rolling hills, Carmel Valley Ranch is the way to go. The hotel is super expansive and family friendly with lots of activities for adults and kids alike.
Luxury Hotel & Resort in Carmel Valley, CA | Carmel Valley Ranch
This sweet inn is set slightly aback from the main strip in downtown, so it feels like a quiet escape. Don't miss their daily breakfast buffet!
The Hotel Carmel | Carmel By The Sea Hotel & Event Venue
The stunning design at Villa Mara Carmel speaks for itself. This is an elevated stay in the heart of Carmel.
Villa Mara Carmel: Carmel-By-The-Sea Luxury Boutique Hotel
With a complimentary champagne breakfast and daily social hours, Peit Pali is a small inn that feels like if coastal prep and your grandmother's house had a baby.
Le Petit Pali
Set out in Carmel's wine country, Bernardus Lodge is a stunning spacious property with an incredible on site restaurant, rose gardens and plentiful outdoor spaces.
Bernardus Lodge & Spa
Built in 1929, the historic L'Auberge hotel is known for its architecture that fits right in with Carmel's charming European fairytale feel.
L'Auberge Carmel - Hotel & Restaurant - Home
With a $20 million renovation that was completed in 2023, La Playa Hotel has a fresh look and is one of the best overall stays in Carmel.
La Playa Hotel | Historic Carmel Hotel & Wedding Venue
Situated a bit out of town and south of Point Lobos, Hyatt Carmel Highlands is the perfect escape to relax by the ocean and get out of the buzz of town.
Coastal Hotels in CA | Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Set in between downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea and Carmel Valley, this is a conveniently located stay if you're looking to explore both areas.
Hotels in Carmel - Carmel Mission Inn
This award-winning hotel just steps from town, incorporates Japanese, Balinese, and Chinese décor throughout the property, giving each of the 28 rooms a transportive quality.
Tradewinds - Carmel-By-The-Sea boutique hotel in California
The most recent luxury hotel to open in Carmel-by-the-Sea, Stilwell is a gorgeous design hotel with 42 pet friendly guest rooms.
Stilwell Hotel - Carmel-By-The-Sea Boutique Hotel in California | A Boutique Hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California | Lark Hotels
This Carmel-by-the-Sea staple just got a fresh update in 2024 with all new custom furnishings and design updates.
Carmel-by-the-Sea B&B - Coachman's Inn - Monterey County Boutique Hotels