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Unique Hotels in Carmel

Bed and Breakfast. Creative. Great bar. This boutique hotel in Carmel-By-The-Sea, just 1 mile from Carmel Beach City Park, features a stone courtyard. Each uniquely-decorated guest room at the hotel offers a fireplace and modern amenities. All rooms include an en suite bathroom, modern design and breakfast in bed daily. A free wine and cheese reception is offered each afternoon. The on-site spa offers a variety of massages and facials at The Vagabond’s House Boutique Inn & Spa Studio. An onsite concierge is provided. Sherry, coffee, free Wi-Fi and plush bathrobes are also provided in each room. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Point Lobos State Reserve on the Big Sur coast is less than 5 miles away from The Vagabond’s House. A variety of restaurants 1 block away. Pebble Beach Golf Course is 1/2 mile away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Highly elegant. Great views. Opened April 2022. Set in Carmel, 90 metres from Carmel Beach, Villa Mara Carmel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 500 metres from Carmel River State Beach and around 1.4 km from Carmel Mission. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at Villa Mara Carmel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Guests at Villa Mara Carmel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carmel, like cycling. Point Lobos State Reserve is 5.9 km from the hotel, while Presidio of Monterey Museum is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, 12 km from Villa Mara Carmel. Show full description

Inn / Guest House. Elegant. Great bar. Popular among couples. Located in downtown Carmel, Carriage House Inn is within 10 minutes' drive from Pebble Beach and 17 Mile Drive. A free continental breakfast tray and newspaper are delivered to guest suites daily. Featuring a fireplace, each elegant room provides a free snack basket, a flat-screen satellite TV, free Wi-Fi and a mini fridge stocked with free drinks at the Carriage House Inn. Select suites feature a two-person spa bath or two fireplaces. Carriage House Inn offers a free wine and hors d'oeuvres every evening. Hot croissants, quiche, fresh fruit and coffee are just some of the delectable breakfast items provided daily. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 15 minutes’ drive away from the Carriage House. San Jose International Airport is just 75 miles away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb interior design. This boutique hotel in Carmel is less than two blocks away from unique shopping, galleries and fine dining and Ocean Avenue, the main street, is just 3 blocks away. Asian fusion decor and premium linens are featured in each luxurious guest room at Tradewinds Carmel. En suite bathrooms include custom organic toiletries and Japanese-style bathrobes. Select guest rooms offer ocean views and fireplaces. The concierge staff can help plan activities and tours as well as relaxing in-room spa treatments. Carmel beaches are 10 minutes' walk away. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is 6 miles away. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Charming. Nice surroundings. Popular among women. Located less than 1 mile from Carmel Beach, this luxury inn offers a daily gourmet breakfast. The stylish shops and gourmet bites of Carmel Plaza and Ocean Avenue is less than 10 minutes’ walk away where your pets are always welcom. Featuring a spa bath and a fireplace, each modern room provides a flat-screen cable TV with a Smart TV. A petite refrigerator is provided. Individual quiches, seasonal fresh fruit, fresh baked pastries from Parker Lusseau Bakery and Peets coffee, tea and hot chocolate are just some of the continental breakfast items offered daily. Massage services can be booked at the Carmel Country Inn reception. Monterey is just 5 miles away. Known for its picturesque ocean views and rocky shore, 17 Mile Drive is just 10 minutes’ drive away from Carmel Country Inn. Show full description

Historic property. Great views. Popular among couples. Originally built in 1929, this luxury hotel is within walking distance to the legendary Carmel Beach and offers historic old-world charm, complete with all of today's modern amenities and conveniences. L'Auberge Carmel offers guests everything needed for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. The famous Pebble Beach Golf Course, Monterey Bay Aquarium and a variety of art galleries, shopping centres and restaurants are in close proximity. Guests will appreciate in-room massage and spa services, flat-screen TVs, and the on-site gourmet restaurant. Only a short distance from L'Auberge Carmel are many popular attractions. Show full description

Lovely property. Great views. Popular among women. Boasting panoramic ocean views, this California hotel is within walking distance of 12 wine tasting rooms. Carmel’s sandy white beaches are 4 blocks away. All elegant rooms include free Wi-Fi. Featuring a spa bath and fireplace, rooms at Tally Ho Inn are comfortably furnished. A private deck with large glass doors showcases views of the sea. A fridge is provided for added convenience. Located across the street, Il Fornaio Restaurant serves a variety of pastas as well as steak and seafood. An extensive wine list is offered. Guests can dine on the outdoor terrace complete with a fireplace. Tally Ho Inn Carmel is just 5 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium. Point Lobos is 13 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Newly opened, July 2023. Located in Carmel, 100 metres from Carmel Beach, Carmel Beach Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.2 km from Carmel River State Beach and around 1.4 km from Carmel Mission. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. The units in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Carmel Beach Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Point Lobos State Reserve is 6.1 km from Carmel Beach Hotel, while Presidio of Monterey Museum is 8.5 km away. The nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, 11 km from the hotel. Show full description

Inn / Guest House. Cool. Great location. Popular among couples. Located in downtown Carmel in a walking distance to shops, art galleries and restaurants, the Candle Light Inn features free WiFi, free off-street parking and a common area with outdoor fireplace. A flat-screen TV, a safe and a small fridge are provided in each guest room at Candle Light Inn. A work desk is also available. Some rooms boast a spa bath and fireplace. Carmel Beach is 15 minutes’ walk from the Inn Candle Light. Pebble Beach Golf Course and Point Lobos State Reserve are both 10 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Inn / Guest House. Great value. Popular among women. Less than a 15-minute walk from Carmel Beach, this hotel is located in Carmel Village. It features free WiFi and a breakfast buffet served in the Coach room. Guest rooms offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A microwave and a refrigerator are standard in every spacious room at Coachman’s Inn. All rooms are simply styled with brass furniture; they include a coffee machine and free popcorn. Guests of Inn Coachman’s can relax in the semi-private outdoor whirlpool and dry sauna. A large outdoor sun deck with patio furniture is also available. A full breakfast buffet is served between 08:00 until 10:00. Wine, hors d'oeuvres, and freshly-baked cookies are served each evening from 16:30 until 18:00. Carmel Beach City Park on Carmel Bay and The Barnyard Shopping Village are each less than 3.2 km from this hotel. Mission Trail Park is 3 minutes' drive away. Show full description

Holiday Home. Set in Carmel in the California region, 3904 Out of the Blue home has a balcony. This holiday home offers accommodation with a patio. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Carmel Beach is 1.8 km away. This holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Presidio of Monterey Museum is 5.9 km from 3904 Out of the Blue home, while Point Lobos State Reserve is 6.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, 8 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Resort. Delightful property. Great bar. Situated in Carmel, California, on a top-rated golf course surrounded by fields and lakes, The Quail Lodge boasts an outdoor pool, tennis courts and a restaurant and bar. All rooms feature free WiFi. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is provided in all rooms at The Quail Lodge. For convenience, all of the air-conditioned guest rooms include a work desk and a refrigerator. Additional room amenities include ironing facilities and a hairdryer. Set in the clubhouse of The Quail Lodge, Edgar’s restaurant offers indoor or outdoor fireside dining with views of the golf course and the Santa Lucia Mountains. All menu items feature fresh local organic ingredients. Guests can also enjoy classic cocktails, California wines and micro-brews in the Lobby Bar, which also offers a light menu. Join us each morning in the Covey Grill for daily breakfast. A 24-hour reception greets guests of Quail Lodge. Guests can work out in the fitness centre. A business centre with fax and photocopying services is available. Carmel River Beach is 5 miles away from this resort. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 20 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Romantic. Located in scenic Carmel, this B&B features rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi and a wood-burning fireplace. Pebble Beach is 3 km away. Free guest parking is available. A flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player are provided in each guest room at Carmel Garden Inn. A refrigerator is also included in each room. En suite bathrooms come equipped with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Select rooms have a garden view. This pet-friendly B&B is 4 km from Point Lobos State Reserve and 1.7 km from Carmel Mission. San Jose International Airport is 90 km away. Show full description

Inn / Guest House. Great location. Popular among women. Homemade cookies are available daily at this downtown Carmel inn. Rooms feature a flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. The spacious rooms featuring unique furnishings offer plush bathrobes for guest use at Wayside Inn. Free toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in all rooms. Most rooms feature a fireplace. Pebble Beach Golf Course is 10 minutes’ drive from the Inn Wayside. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is 15 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Stylish. Great bar. Set in Carmel and with Carmel Beach reachable within 1 km, Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. Built in 1954, this 4-star hotel is within 2.2 km of Carmel River State Beach and 5.7 km of Point Lobos State Reserve. The hotel provides a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. The units will provide guests with a fridge. The hotel offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Guests at Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carmel, like cycling. Presidio of Monterey Museum is 7.6 km from the accommodation, while Carmel Mission is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, 10 km from Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave. Show full description

Hip. Lovely interior design. Featuring free WiFi, Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave provides daily complimentary breakfast baskets delivered to guest room from 8 AM till 10 AM. The continental breakfast is available from 7am to 11am daily. Guest rooms provide a private bath. The Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey is a short drive from Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave. Monterey Peninsula College is also within driving distance of the hotel. The Monterey Peninsula Airport is 15 minutes' drive from the hotel. Set in downtown Carmel, a short stroll from the white sands of Carmel Beach, shopping & restaurants. This 4-star hotel features free onsite parking, high-speed WiFi, a daily Continental Champagne Breakfast, curated Social Happy Hours, and free bike rentals and beach supplies. Each guest room is dog-friendly and equipped with a mini bar, coffee machine, mini refrigerator, 50-inch TV, and rain showers. The Monterey Regional Airport is within 10 minutes driving distance. Show full description

Trendy. Popular among couples. Located 1 mile away from Carmel Beach, this hotel features a hot tub and serves a daily continental breakfast. It offers free guest parking and rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi. A 40-inch flat-screen TV is provided in each room at Horizon Inn. Guest rooms also include a gas-burning fireplace, a microwave, a refrigerator, a coffee maker and a breakfast counter. Select rooms include ocean views. Fax and photocopying services are available at Horizon Inn. Pebble Beach Golf Club is 8 minutes’ drive away from this hotel. Laguna Seca Raceway is 13 miles away. Big Sur is 26 miles away. Show full description

Historic. Great value. Just 1 mile from Pebble Beach and Carmel Mission, Best Western Plus Carmel Bay View Inn is adjacent to exclusive shops and galleries. A seasonal outdoor pool is located on site. A full breakfast is served daily. Free WiFi and a TV with cable channels are included in each room at Best Western Plus Carmel Bay View Inn. All comfortably furnished rooms offer a fireplace and are equipped with a coffee machine. Carmel River State Beach is 2 miles from Best Western Plus Carmel Bay View Inn. Point Lobos State Reserve is 9 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Holiday Home. Set in Carmel in the California region, Vacation Rental Home about 1 Mi to Carmel Beach! has a patio. The property is around 5.9 km from Presidio of Monterey Museum, 7.5 km from Point Lobos State Reserve and 2.9 km from Carmel Mission. Monterey Museum of Art is 4.7 km from the holiday home, while Monterey Pines Golf Club is 5.2 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2 km from Carmel Beach. With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom holiday home features a TV and a kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. The nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, 8 km from Vacation Rental Home about 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!. Show full description