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Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
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Tips for booking hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 17 May 2024.
Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:August
Average price in Carmel-by-the-Sea:€324/night
Cheapest price found:€43/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Friday
€242 - €433
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
€258 - €386
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Carmel-by-the-Sea hotels

Browse through properties in Carmel-by-the-Sea that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 432 properties in Carmel-by-the-Sea and data was last updated on 17 May 2024.
Our users rated these Carmel-by-the-Sea hotels among the best places to stay. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
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120 Highland Dr, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
5.9 km from city centre
€428
Avg. per night
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€202
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Junipero Between 7th And 8th, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€434
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4th Ave And San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€188
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24815 Carpenter Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€153
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Camino Real At 8th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€487
Avg. per night
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€231
Avg. per night
3665 Rio Road, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
€199
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Cheapest hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Discover affordable stays in Carmel-by-the-Sea that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea can be found for as low as €144 per night. There is currently one property in Carmel-by-the-Sea that can be booked for this price. Carmel Wayfarer Inn is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data was last updated on 17 May 2024
Out of the hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
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4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€144
Avg. per night
San Carlos Street Between 4th & 5th, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€166
Avg. per night
Ocean Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Spa
€255
Avg. per night
Ocean And Junipero, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€416
Avg. per night
San Carlos Street At 5th Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€442
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Carmel-by-the-Sea to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 17 May 2024.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Carmel-by-the-Sea. We've also highlighted the most popular hotels and best value within each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€202
4th Ave And San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€188
24815 Carpenter Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€153
3 stars
3 stars
3665 Rio Road, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€199
San Carlos Street Between 4th & 5th, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€166
4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€144
4 stars
4 stars +
Camino Real At 8th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€487
120 Highland Dr, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€428
Ocean And Junipero, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
€416

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Where to stay in Carmel-by-the-Sea

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About Carmel-by-the-Sea

Serving as the northern gateway to California’s Big Sur coast, Carmel By The Sea is a charming beach city on the Monterey Peninsula. It’s renowned for the ornate Spanish architecture of the Carmel Mission, as well as being a popular destination for spotting migrating whales.

Things to do in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Enjoy a stroll along the Scenic Bluff Path, which extends from the golden sands of Carmel Beach to the popular birdwatching location of Carmel River State Beach. The gravel pathway winds beneath Monterey cypresses and past landscaped gardens and offers magnificent views of the rugged Pacific coastline.

Admire the 18th-century architecture of the Carmel Mission Basilica Museum, built by early Franciscan missionaries. Learn about the restoration efforts at the Harry Downie Museum, witness the monumental bronze and travertine cenotaph by sculptor Jo Mora and see the cell where Saint Junípero Serra lived at the Convento Museum.

Spend a day wildlife spotting along the dramatic coastline of the Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, home to harbor seals and a popular area for spotting humpback and blue whales. Follow one of the many hiking trails and visit the 19th-century Whalers Cabin that was used by early Japanese and Chinese fishermen.

Carmel By The Sea serves as the northern gateway to Big Sur, a spectacular stretch of coastline that hugs the Pacific Ocean. Travel over the Bixby Bridge to explore the hiking trails of beautiful Andrew Molera State Park and witness the McWay Falls within Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

Getting around Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel By The Sea is 15 minutes’ drive from Monterey Regional Airport or around two hours from San Francisco International Airport. Buses travel throughout Carmel By The Sea, but having your own vehicle is best for exploring the Big Sur coast.

Facts about staying in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Carmel-by-the-Sea to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 17 May 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Carmel Mission Inn, rated with a score of 8.1 from 2,012 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Other top stays include Carmel Resort Inn, with an average rating of 7.6 from 1,357 reviewers, and Quail Lodge & Golf Club, with a score of 8.9 from 582 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Carmel Beach?

    With a rating of 8.2/10 from 253 reviews, La Playa Hotel is a hotel close to Carmel Beach that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea near Sunset Center?

    Carmel Mission Inn is the most recommended hotel near Sunset Center on HotelsCombined (scoring 8.1 over 2,012 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Carmel Mission?

    2,012 HotelsCombined reviews of Carmel Mission Inn score it 8.1/10, making it a highly recommended hotel near Carmel Mission.

  • How much do hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea cost?

    Hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea cost an average of €266/night, according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    HotelsCombined searches in the last 3 days suggest cheap Carmel-by-the-Sea hotels have prices starting from as low as €216/night, depending on the popularity of your requested dates.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    There’s so much to see and do in Carmel-by-the-Sea, but we’ve found that the most popular landmarks are Carmel Beach, Sunset Center, and Carmel Mission. You’ll want to stay in Carmel-by-the-Sea to visit Carmel Beach, Carmel-by-the-Sea to visit Sunset Center, and Carmel-by-the-Sea to visit Carmel Mission.

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