Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Carmel Beach in Carmel

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Balcony
Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
TV
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(103 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(292 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Carmel

Downtown Carmel stay.A stay at this Downtown Carmel hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Carmel Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of 17-Mile Drive. Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Galante Vineyards - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunset Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 17-Mile Drive - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Little Swiss Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Carmel Bay View Inn

Hotel near Carmel Beach in Carmel
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is available daily. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Carmel Bay View Inn. Self parking is free.

This Carmel hotel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Carmel Bay View Inn offers 59 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Air conditioning is not provided. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open March 01 and close October 31.

Property is also known as

Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn Hotel
Carmel Bay View
Carmel Bay View Inn Carmel
Carmel Bay View Inn Hotel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Carmel Bay View Inn to the airport?

Carmel Bay View Inn is 5.7 mi (9-min drive) away from the Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carmel Bay View Inn?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carmel Bay View Inn on Apr 5, 2026 start from $239, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Carmel Bay View Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Carmel Bay View Inn.

How close is Carmel Bay View Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Carmel Beach and 1.8 mi (9-min drive) from Carmel River State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Carmel Bay View Inn offer free breakfast?

Carmel Bay View Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Carmel Bay View Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Carmel Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Carmel Bay View Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Carmel Bay View Inn have a pool?

Carmel Bay View Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Carmel Bay View Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Carmel Bay View Inn to downtown Carmel?

Carmel Bay View Inn is 0.1 mi away from Carmel.

Carmel Bay View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1123 out of 1588 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1588 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1588 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1588 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1588 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a two night stay in The Carmel Bay View Inn. The staff was friendly, the hotel was clean and the grounds were beautiful. Parking was included, and everything was within walking distance. Our room had a fireplace which provided more ambiance than heat. There was also a small wall heater that worked well. The room had a fridge and coffee maker. The bed itself was really comfortable. The few things that weren’t so great, were as others have stated, It was noisy. You could hear people walking, talking, kids running etc. both outside, and in the rooms above. The pillows were a little harder than I prefer and there wasn’t enough blankets. (To be fair, I didn’t ask for any extra, which I’m sure would have been provided.) Breakfast was also included which was nice but not the best we’ve had. But you won’t starve, as there were lots of options. Even with the few con’s, We would choose this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very courteous!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Porscha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good service, cute and clean. Near local stores.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chau

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness
In check in the staff was pleasant and the room was very nice. It had plenty of room and was very clean. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gail

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was virtually empty. A photo or picture would go a long way. Shower water pressure could be better
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean. Cozy and close to the main street in Carmel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

carmel

Power was out. Could not check in. Had to scramble to find a room in another city
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mary, Vienna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

yvonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff,, clean comfy rooms and wonderful location, will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ulysses

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy free parking near the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Better breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fireplace was nice - balcony had a great view! Breakfast was not especially good - very greasy, undercooked and fatty bacon. Property was on the edge of being too far away from beach, but overall a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location and staff, but the room smelled a bit old and the breakfast was a bit basic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room 504 has an incredible view
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a very nice hotel, well maintained. Great location at a reasonable price. Cool how it’s built into the side of a hill, yet they managed to have parking at each level. Loved the garden beside each door on our level. Very glad they have an elevator too, making it easier to get closer to ground level for walking to restaurants. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and even had a gas fireplace. The location was great if you’re going to Carmel-by-the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025