Golden Rectangle

Carmel

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Carmel which includes a house, street scenes and a small town or village
Carmel showing a sunset, a small town or village and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach featuring landscape views and a beach as well as an individual female

Carmel Beach

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
Carmel Plaza

Carmel Plaza

You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.

Carmel Plaza
Sunset Center showing theatre scenes and interior views

Sunset Center

Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.

Sunset Center

Golden Bough Playhouse

You can make plans for a show at Golden Bough Playhouse on your trip to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

Golden Bough Playhouse

The Doud Arcade

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Doud Arcade during your visit to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

The Doud Arcade

The Carmel Business Association

Enjoy an outing to The Carmel Business Association during your stay in Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

The Carmel Business Association

Things to do

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

€147
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

€19
per adult
Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
Dog Friendly 17 Mile Drive Electric Bike and Sidecar Guided Tour

Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour

€116
per adult
Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

€147
per adult
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Get social!

Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

€138
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour
If you stay around long enough, you may feel a tug at your pant leg at Colton Hall Jail.

Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures

€30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
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Top hotels in Golden Rectangle

La Playa Hotel
La Playa Hotel
4 out of 5
Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €452 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
€452
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Oh my gosh, my daughter and I came here for a trip together and I really cannot say enough positive about it. If you are even considering coming here, do not hesitate. The location couldn’t be better. The place couldn’t be better. The team of professionals who run and support every aspect of it, ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

La Playa Hotel
Pine Inn
Pine Inn
3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde, Carmel, CA
The price is €252 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€252
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Although it’s located in a great location, the parking lot is across the street, so with levels and stairs, makes it not friendly for people with limited mobility. Housekeepers were sweet and kind. Wish I could say the same for front desk."

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2025

Pine Inn
Carmel Beach Hotel
Carmel Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave, Carmel, CA
The price is €406 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€406
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews)
"Amazing staff, they know how to treat you!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Carmel Beach Hotel
Normandy Inn
Normandy Inn
2.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave., btwn Monte Verde St. & Casanova St., Carmel, CA
The price is €217 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€217
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Cute hotel, great location. You do need to park on the street."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025

Normandy Inn
L Auberge Carmel
L Auberge Carmel
4.5 out of 5
Monte Verde at Seventh, Carmel, CA
The price is €414 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€414
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (516 reviews)
"Well located hotel in Carmel. Good value. Staff service was not up to past stays."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

L Auberge Carmel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is €240 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€240
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,540 reviews)
"Room was clean, beds were comfortable and optimal location to explore Monterrey."

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Rectangle

Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Carmel
Forest Theater Guild featuring theatre scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

When in Southeast Carmel, you can plan a visit to Carmel Plaza and Carmel Mission Basilica, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southeast Carmel
Carmel Mission Basilica featuring a house, a fountain and skyline

Carmel Point

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Carmel Point
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

5/5(12 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Carmel
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Northeast Carmel

4/5(14 area reviews)

While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Northeast Carmel
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Hatton Fields

While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hatton Fields

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