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Discover well-known properties in Carmel-by-the-Sea that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 429 hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea and price data was last updated on 29 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea is £248/night.
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Ocean And Junipero, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
This comfortable hotel in Carmel By the Sea offers complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as a concierge and bicycle rental. It also provides free public parking on site and Pebble Beach Golf Links and Point Lobos State Reserve are a brief car trip away.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
539 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre

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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 29 March 2024.
Cheapest month:March
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Carmel-by-the-Sea:£248/night
Cheapest price found:£39/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Friday
£89 - £734
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
£166 - £408
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 429 properties in Carmel-by-the-Sea and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
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120 Highland Dr, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
3.7 mi from city centre
£325
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1 Old Ranch Road, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
6.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£478
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Junipero Between 7th And 8th, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£335
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Camino Real At 8th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£350
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San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£249
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Ocean Avenue & Torres Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£188
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San Carlos Street At 5th Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£356
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Ocean Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Spa
£196
Avg. per night

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 £114 per night. There is currently one property in Carmel-by-the-Sea that can be booked for this price. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
These Carmel-by-the-Sea properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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24815 Carpenter Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£114
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4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£122
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Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£143
Avg. per night
San Carlos Street Between 4th & 5th, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£151
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4th Ave And San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£157
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26600 Oliver Road, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£167
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3665 Rio Road, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
1.1 mi from city centre
£168
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Ocean Ave At Monte Verde, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£176
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 29 March 2024.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Carmel-by-the-Sea. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hotels within each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Ocean Avenue & Torres Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
24815 Carpenter Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
3 stars
3 stars
San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
3665 Rio Road, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
4 stars
4 stars +
Ocean And Junipero, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
Camino Real At 8th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
120 Highland Dr, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States

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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 29 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

    Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn is a very popular hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea, with a score of 7.4 from 455 reviews. Carmel Bay View Inn (8.4 from 1,303 reviews) and Hofsas House Hotel (8.2 from 1,550 reviews) are also highly rated Carmel-by-the-Sea hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near Carmel Beach?

    Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn is a good hotel close to Carmel Beach - it has scored 7.4 over 455 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

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

    Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn is the hotel close to Sunset Center that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 455 reviews rating it at 7.4/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Carmel Mission?

    If you’re looking for good hotels near Carmel Mission, consider Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn (rated 7.4 over 455 reviews).

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