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Carmel River Inn

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Carmel Beach

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar
Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Fireplace
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette) | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Business services
    Business services
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Tent

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Traditional Double Hotel Room, 2 Double Beds (main building)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar Two Beds

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA, 93923

What's nearby

  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Barnyard - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sunset Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Carmel Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 19 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bagel Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant & Patisserie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crossroads BBQ - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Carmel River Inn

Motel near 17-Mile Drive
A terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception are just a few of the amenities provided at Carmel River Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, express check-out and express check-in
  • An off-lead area, smoke-free property and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 56 individually furnished rooms boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and fridges

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1934
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive lockbox information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 125 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The seasonal pool will be open from May to August
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Carmel River
Carmel River Inn
River Inn Carmel
Carmel River Hotel Carmel
Carmel River Inn Motel
Carmel River Inn Carmel
Carmel River Inn Motel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

Does Carmel River Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Carmel River Inn?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carmel River Inn on 8 Dec 2024 start from €191.75, 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.

Is Carmel River Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 125 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Carmel River Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carmel River Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Carmel River Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Carmel River Inn located?

Located in Mission Fields, this motel is steps from Hatton Canyon and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from 17-Mile Drive. Palo Corona Regional Park and Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve are also within 15 minutes.

Carmel River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 1025 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1025 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1025 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1025 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1025 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very amazing place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

annette

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All of the cottages were attractive from the outside. The entrance to the property was right off the main highway, yet wasn't noisy. The cookware was in pristine condition. The bed was comfortable and many layers of covers of various thickness were provided, so you could get your temperature just right. I would have appreciated if I could have turned off the outside light on the cottage. I don't like coming in the window at night when I'm trying to sleep. There was a blind, but no curtain to block the light.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay and enjoyed a weekend at Carmel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The grounds are beautiful. The accommodations are very nice with the exception of the beds ROCK HARD and uncomfortable. The tent glamping has a curfew of 9pm and the walls are transparent. The staff is not aware of privacy issues and should place guests one room apart in order to mitigate the sound pollution from one room to the other.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cabins,wonderful atmosphere with awesome trees. Friendly staff and will go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina Casutt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and relaxing property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina, Newark

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay, very spacious and clean. Mini kitchen area was perfect for my daily needs and having basic household items was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cottages are very cozy and unique.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Xuejun

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The main issue is there is no air conditioning. And no breakfast is provided.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the charm of the property. I could hear nature and it was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Jorge Rodrigo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overpriced for the standard room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

maria-elena

Travelled with family
We did not expect that there’s no AC in our room. They provided a fan but our room was still hot for us. We were told that the newer buildings have AC. We will still come back but we will make sure that we will get the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anjele

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A real gem for an unusual stay
We recently stayed in one of the tent cabins at the Carmel River Inn. It was a fun change of pace, and a great way to escape the heat in the Bay Area. Our tent was the definition of "glamping" – a tent connected to a kitchenette and bathroom – super clean, with every single detail attended to, from the supplies in the kitchenette to the bathroom. The bed was comfortable, but nothing to write home about. (I'll be honest, a more comfortable mattress would have made this a 5-star review in every category.) I love nothing more than to travel and sleep in a bed more comfortable than my own (which isn't asking for much). That said, tent cabins may not be for the faint of heart. It was mostly very quiet and we tried to stay quiet to not disturb our neighbors (who are pretty close, to be honest). We LOVED all the bird sounds, and frogs, and we're pretty sure we heard foxes, too. However, one thing we heard was the salesman next door on Zoom calls from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. one morning. In his defense, I don't think he knew we could hear him (and the person he was talking to, also), and we didn't take any action (we didn't contact the office or speak to him). But it's something to be aware of if you're looking for complete quiet. We were there for three days, and of the neighbors who came and went, including a family with kids, he was the most disruptive. of them. Would we return? Absolutely. BTW, photos don't do this place justice. Adorable cabins, great landscaping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an absolute gem. We stayed to be close to Carmel by the sea and Big Sur. Carmel was a little over a mile away and Big Sur about 45 minutes. It was our perfect, large, quite, beautiful grounds, retreat at the end of the day. Away from the hustle and bustle of Carmel but still close enough to have good cell reception and WiFi. Beautiful grounds to walk and nice parking areas right outside our cottage. Staff was kind and friendly, especially Umberto when we checked in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Certainly fine for a 1 night stay but lacking in facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Love the property, beautiful place and great for dogs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed that it felt like a neighborhood and didn’t have any problems with other guests being too loud or anything. The only thing I didn’t like was that there were bugs everywhere, but that just comes with the location and just how green it is within the property. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024