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Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Carmel Beach in Carmel

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Free daily continental breakfast
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(94 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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About the neighborhood

Carmel

Downtown Carmel stay.A stay at this Downtown Carmel hotel places you steps from Carmel Plaza and within a 5-minute walk of The Doud Arcade. Galante Vineyards and Sunset Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sunset Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 17-Mile Drive - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Edwins Kaona - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jeju Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar - ‬3 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 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 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 Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carmel Bay View Inn on Dec 15, 2025 start from $155.86, excluding 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. 991 out of 1418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1418 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My place to stay in Carmel (twice a year). Great location, at top of downtown. Great parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel. I was charged than expected, terrible breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place. Would go back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, friendly staff, very convenient location, has a pool, and free breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and comfortable room, super convenient to dining, shopping and the beach! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni, Merced

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

steve

Traveled with family
Location very convenient to downtown Carmel. Rooms are fairly ordinary but do have a fireplace. Rooms on first floor are very convenient for people that have difficulty walking or doing steps. Breakfast room was very pleasant and nice free breakfast provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best kept secret in Carmel

We have stayed here before and the location cannot be beat! The price is very reasonable if you compare to others in that area. Very clean property and very nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed how the beach, restaurant's, and the mission was so close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Moshe

Traveled with family
Property is ok. The have problem with he internet Breakfast is poor
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LERMIT J

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and atmosphere around.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yijun

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like lack of air conditioning, requiring keeping windows open which made room noisy and less private. Liked convenience, location, and friendliness of other guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, Nyack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was right at the top of town, so you don't have to deal with the traffic. Parking is available and once you leave your car, everything is walkable from the hotel. It's clean, the staff is helpful and accomodating and there's a pool on the grounds, after you enjoy the scenery, shopping or wine-tasting, all just steps from your room!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary stay

The hotel is located near shops and restaurants. Very clean and comfy room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel says very specifically that pets are not allowed. Yet the guests next door to our room had a dog with them; its barking woke us up one night. We informed the management. Apparently, the dog checked out. Also, housekeeping continually neglected to bring washcloths to the room. And, on the subject of housekeeping: we actually had to ASK for housekeeping every morning, by 11, or risk not having the room cleaned. Guests should not have to remind hotels to run a vacuum or make a bed. All this said, our room did indeed have a Bay view from the balcony, and for that was worth it. Once.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel, Denver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a gem in Carmel by the Sea! Beautiful place with large rooms, comfy bed, comfy pillows. Nice fireplace in room however no A/C. Even for August, it was OK. We left our window open and the room was quite comfortable. Surprisingly as we cannot sleep well without AC. The staff was above and beyond, from the front desk (thanks Luis) to the breakfast room staff to the housekeeping staff. Helpful and great service. The free breakfast was great. Scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, bread, bagels, Danish, muffins, yogurt, fruit, juices, cereal and more. Varied each day, fresh and delicious. Nice strong coffee too! Nice heated pool, plenty of free parking on site. Exceptional cleanliness throughout the property. Added bonus, local grocery/deli, Bruno's, right next door including a huge wine selection! Walkable area with plenty of shops, restaurants, pharmacy. Such a wonderful experience. Cannot wait to go back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hedy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were in Carmel for a wedding so a lot of family members staying in the hotel as well. The location was fabulous for eating, shopping, the beach, gathering near the pool to discuss the days adventures. The staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025