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Carmel Bay View Inn
Great for beach vacations

Carmel Bay View Inn

Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$216 nightly
The price is $243 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$243 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
A seasonal outdoor pool, free self parking, and concierge services are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,647 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
Excellent staff - very helpful and friendly! The grounds are well maintained and extremely clean. Amazing proximity to downtown and you can’t best the free easy parking

Reviewed on May 16, 2026

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Normandy Inn
Great for beach vacations

Normandy Inn

Ocean Ave. Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$230 nightly
The price is $259 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$259 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
A seasonal outdoor pool is featured at this hotel, along with free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Enjoy the free continental breakfast each morning. A safe ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
Absolutely loved everything about this place Can’t wait to go back ❤️❤️❤️

Reviewed on May 15, 2026

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La Playa Hotel
Great for beach vacations

La Playa Hotel

Camino Real at Eighth Ave. Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$573 nightly
The price is $649 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$649 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast each morning. A terrace, a garden, and a lobby fireplace ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
This is the most perfect hotel on the planet! You will love your stay. From the staff’s attentiveness, the amazing breakfast spread, comfortable bed, and fabulous property, you will feel like you’re in heaven.

Reviewed on May 16, 2026

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Carmel Mission Inn
Great for beach vacations

Carmel Mission Inn

3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$159 nightly
The price is $181 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$181 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. There's a gym on site, and concierge services and wedding services are also offered.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,733 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
Nice and clean rooms. The staff was very professional and friendly. We did not use hot tub. Very convenient to shops and restaurants.

Reviewed on May 15, 2026

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Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Great for beach vacations

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

26600 Oliver Rd Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$197 nightly
The price is $220 total per night from May 18 to May 19
$220 total
May 18 - May 19
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
This is a charming spot, nestled near a stream. While an older property, it has been extremely well maintained. We had a studio cabin and although small, it met all of our needs, especially with a king size, comfortable bed. The heater in our cabin was… exuberant? The cabin definitely got warmer ...

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

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Hofsas House Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Hofsas House Hotel

San Carlos Street Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$226 nightly
The price is $255 total per night from May 19 to May 20
$255 total
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Enjoy the sauna and free perks like continental breakfast and free self parking. A business center, ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (873 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
Morning Food options was not worth mentioning. After seeing the options, I left property. Actual condition of Property was not as advertised. The pictures were totally inaccurate. Would not Recommend or stay at property again.

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

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Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Casanova & 7th Avenue Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$214 nightly
The price is $241 total per night from May 28 to May 29
$241 total
May 28 - May 29
Total with taxes and fees
This guesthouse doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (687 reviews)
Basic room, comfortable bed and quality linens. Downsides were no coffee maker in room, and noisy neighbors. Overall met our needs and expectations.

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

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Pine Inn

Pine Inn

Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$208 nightly
The price is $238 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$238 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Free self ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Hard to even state how horrible this stat was. I understand this is considered a historic hotel, but there were absolutely no amenities. No heat (radiators did not work), no elevators, no refrigerator (although a teeny tiny, old one was brought to the room on request. The staff was rude and disengaged. ...

Reviewed on May 15, 2026

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Prices for Carmel beach hotels currently start at just $166 a night. With 14 Carmel beach hotels to choose from, you have stacks of tempting options, whatever your budget.


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