Luxury Hotels & Resorts

• Post Ranch Inn BOOK
  40182 Highway 1 • Big Sur, CA 93920
  831-667-2200, 800-527-2200
  Situated on 98 acres on a ridge overlooking the sea, this elegant Mobil Four Star resort offers 30 luxurious guest rooms, two swimming pools, private decks, spa tubs, and many more deluxe amenities. The inn also offers Yoga, Tai Chi, wilderness hikes, spa treatments, and a Hot Stone Massage Therapy. more...  map

• Bernardus Lodge
  415 Carmel Valley Road • Carmel, CA 93924
  Located in Carmel Valley
  831-658-3400, 888-648-9463
  Mobil awarded this exquisite lodge the coveted Four Star Award for its spectacular 57 guest rooms and luxurious amenities. Barnardus Lodge's spacious guest rooms feature feather beds, stone fireplaces, and bathrooms with oversized tubs. Guests will enjoy the heated pool, tennis courts, excellent dining, a spa and salon, and the beautiful grounds where you might choose to play bocce ball or lawn croquet.   map

• Carmel Valley Ranch
  One Old Ranch Road • Carmel, CA 93923
  866-282-4745
  Nestled on a 1,700 acre countryside estate and surrounded by the lush forests of the Santa Lucia Mountains, this luxurious resort offers oversized guest suites full of surprising luxuries such as wood-burning fireplaces, fully stocked refreshment centers, and plush robes. Guests will enjoy a variety of entertainment while staying here such as championship golf, tennis courts, a heated swimming pool, and a sauna, as well as a gift shop, airport shuttle service, a restaurant and lounge, a business center, and room service. more...  map

• Cypress Inn (circa 1929)
  Lincoln & 7th • Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
  831-624-3871, 800-443-7443 (Reservations)
  Originally the Hotel La Ribera, the two-story Cypress Inn features fireplaces in both the large vaulted ceiling living room lobby and landscaped courtyard, Terry's Lounge, workout facilities, and a conference room. All guest rooms at the Cypress Inn include marble tile bathrooms, robes, irons, ironing boards, hairdryers, makeup mirrors, fruit baskets, cream sherry, CD players, cable television, voice mail, and data ports. Pets are welcome.  more...  map

• Gardiner's Resort
  114 Carmel Valley Road • Carmel, CA 93924
  Located in Carmel Valley
  831-659-2207, 800-453-6225
  Nestled on 25 acres in the sunbelt of Carmel Valley, this unique resort is renowned for its beautiful gardens, spacious tennis courts, fine gourmet cuisine, and charming lodgings. Each guest room includes fireplaces, private patios, and fruits and coffee and there are seven individual guest rooms available, as well as five two-bedroom homes-places with names like Wimbledon, Forest Hills, and Grand Slam. more...

• Highlands Inn Park Hyatt Carmel
  120 Highlands Drive • Carmel, CA 93923
  Located Four Miles South of Carmel
  831-620-1234, 800-233-1234
  Spectacular ocean views and romantic settings await you at this award-winning, luxurious inn. The suites feature fireplaces and ocean-view patios. Standard amenities include binoculars, full bath amenities, kitchenettes with refrigerators, turndown service, and computer data ports. Facilities include a heated outdoor pool, three whirlpools, fitness room, and golf course. Not to be missed is their outstanding restaurant, Pacific's Edge as well as their three other restaurants and lounges.  map

• L'Auberge Carmel (circa 1929)
  Monte Verde at Seventh • Carmel, CA 93921
  Carmel-by-the-Sea
  831-624-8578
  Located four blocks from Carmel Beach and near many art galleries, shops, and restaurants, L'Auberge Carmel is a European-style hotel with 20 luxurious guest rooms. Each is designed with warm jewel tones, charming architecture, fine fabrics and linens, a LCD flat-screen television, original black and white photography by Helmut Horn, and an enlarged bath area with a heated marble floor. Some room have soaking tubs. Its' 12-table restaurant features a 4,500-bottle wine cellar. more...  map

• Los Laureles Lodge
  312 West Carmel Valley Road • Carmel, CA 93924
  Located in Carmel Valley
  831-659-2233, 800-533-4404
  Carmel Valley's original hotel and hunting lodge, Los Laureles Lodge's guest accommodations include Courtyard rooms with knotty-pined paneled walls, Surrey Lane rooms, suites, and the luxurious three-bedroom, two-bath Hill House. Guests can enjoy fine dining at the Restaurant at Los Laureles, the historic mahogany-paneled Saloon, outdoor heated swimming pool, and more while staying at Los Laureles Lodge. more...  map

• Quail Lodge
  8205 Valley Greens Drive • Carmel, CA 93923
  831-624-2888, 888-828-8787
  A variety of luxurious guest rooms graced by spectacular vistas await you at this magnificent resort that offers many amenities on site for guests to enjoy, such as two fine dining restaurants, an 18 hold golf course, full service practice facility with driving range, practice bunker, putting green, and chipping areas, complete day spa, health and fitness center, bocce, swimming pool, and tennis courts. more...  map

Bed & Breakfast, Historic Inns & Hotels

• Martine Inn (circa 1899)BOOK
  255 Oceanview Boulevard • Pacific Grove, CA 93950
  Located Just North of Carmel
  831-373-3388, 800-852-5588
  Experience the serene sound of waves crashing against rocks on Monterey Bay when you stay in one of this Mediterranean-style mansion's 24 beautiful guest rooms, which come complete with private baths, American antiques, and fresh fruit baskets. A full gourmet breakfast is served each morning and guests can also enjoy afternoon refreshments and evening wine and hors d'oeuvres. more...  map

• Briarwood Inn
  San Carlos St. between 4th & 5th • Carmel, CA 93921
  831-626-9056, 800-999-8788
  Deluxe oversized units in six separate buildings in Downtown Carmel on three separate lots. All rooms have private shower or bath with upscale furnishings including 27" TV's. VCR's with movies, phones, fireplaces and some rooms with wet bars. One very large two-bedroom, two bath superdeluxe apartment is available. Port and Sherry are offered each evening. Mostly on-premisis parking.  more...  map

• Candle Light Inn
  Located on San Carlos Between 4th & 5th Avenue
  831-624-6451, 800-433-4732
  Luxurious, romantic, and relaxing describes this inn that is designed in an English Tudor style and offers 20 well appointed guest rooms and suites, all with a variety of special touches to make you feel right at home. Amenities on site include morning food and beverage services, a large outdoor spa, manicured gardens, outdoor heated spa, and a daily continental breakfast.  map

• Carmel Country Inn
  Dolores Street & Third Avenue • Carmel, CA 93921
  831-625-3263
  Spacious suites, cozy studios, and gracious hospitality where your pets are always welcome is offered at the Carmel Country Inn. more...  map

• Carriage House Inn
  Located on Junipero Between 7th & 8th Avenue
  831-625-2585
  Awarded AAA's prestigious Four Diamond Award, this luxurious inn offers spacious rooms with rooms including gas-burning fireplaces, king size beds, and down comforters. Late afternoon wine and hors d'oeuvres are served in the library and a deluxe continental breakfast is delivered to your room along with the morning newspaper.  map

• Cobblestone Inn
  Located on Junipero Between 7th & 8th • Carmel, CA 93921
  P.O. Box 3185
  831-625-5222, 800-833-8836
  A charming English country bed and breakfast features the work of local artisans throughout the inn. Stones from the Carmel River completely cover the lower level of the inn and surround the fireplaces in each room. There are 24 spacious guest rooms available, complete with queen or king beds, fireplaces, refrigerators, and private baths. A full breakfast and afternoon tea are included. more...  map

• Dolphin Inn
  Located at Corner of Fourth & San Carlos Street
  831-624-5356, 800-433-4732
  Designed with a Monterey Colonial influence, this inn features 27 oversized guest rooms and suites, as well as amenities for guests to enjoy such as expansive balconies, fireplaces in most accommodations, a large swimming pool, and morning food and beverage services. more...  map

• Green Lantern Inn
  Located at Seventh Avenue & Casanova • Carmel, CA 93921
  P.O. Box 1114
  831-624-4392, 888-414-4392
  This historic inn set in residential Carmel offers 18 quaint and cozy guest rooms, all with private entrances, private baths, and king or queen beds. Eight of the guest rooms have wood burning fireplaces. A full breakfast and afternoon refreshments are included with your stay. more...  map

• Monte Verde Inn
  P.O. Box 394 • Carmel, CA 93921
  Located at Monte Verde & Ocean Avenue
  831-624-6046
  Situated in the heart of Carmel, this historic and charming bed and breakfast inn offers ten cozy and warmly furnished guest rooms, some with fireplaces and ocean views. This inn is known for its attentive staff that can make arrangements for any activity you wish in Carmel. A breakfast basket is included. more...  map

• Sandpiper Inn
  2408 Bay View Avenue • Carmel, CA 93923
  Carmel by the Sea
  831-624-6433, 800-633-6433
  Welcoming guests for over 75 years, this country-style bed and breakfast provides 17 exquisitely decorated guest rooms, all with individual decor and private baths. The inn is complemented by country antiques, cozy patios, and award-winning gardens. Guests can enjoy a full breakfast and afternoon tea and sherry while staying here. more...  map

• Svendsgaard's Inn
  Located at Corner of Fourth & San Carlos Street
  831-624-1511, 800-433-4732
  A ranch style inn that is surrounded by majestic pine trees, manicured lawns, and gardens, and is complemented by a large swimming pool and spa. There are 35 spacious guest rooms and suites, and many of the accommodations have fireplaces and spa tubs. A continental breakfast is served each morning.  map

• Vagabond's House Inn
  P.O. Box 2747 • Carmel, CA 93921
  Located at Fourth & Dolores Streets
  831-624-7738, 800-262-1262
  Eleven guest rooms surround a lush stone courtyard at this fabulous inn. Each room is decorated with antiques and fine fabrics, with fresh flowers for an added touch. A breakfast tray is brought to your door each morning. Carmel Beach, golf, fine restaurants and shops are all within walking distance. more...  map

• Wayside Inn
  Southeast Corner of Seventh and Mision • Carmel, CA 93921
  831-624-5336, 800-433-4732
  There are 22 spacious and comfortable guest rooms and suites available at this lovely inn that offers special amenities in some of the rooms, such as spa tubs, kitchens, fireplaces, and large balconies overlooking the quaint village of Carmel. A picnic basket breakfast is delivered to your room each morning.  map

Bed & Breakfast Guides and Directories

• BedandBreakfast.com
  is a leading directory of bed and breakfasts, inns, and boutique lodgings throughout Carmel and neighboring California towns. Shop, compare, and book from their large selection of Carmel B&B properties with many exclusive deals offered. Gift certificates are also available. BedandBreakfast.com has nearly 7,000 property listings throughout the United States with 50,000 reviews, 80,000 property photos, and interactive maps.

Lodges

• Blue Sky Lodge
  10 Flight Road • Carmel, CA 93924
  831-659-2256, 800-733-2160
  A quiet country inn located in sunny Carmel Valley, this lodge offers you a choice of patio rooms, sundeck rooms, rooms with two queen size beds, rooms with one king size bed, and one or two bedroom suites. Guests can enjoy a beautiful patio by a heated outdoor pool, as well as a fireplace in the lodge's spacious lounge, while staying here. more...  map

• Carmel Valley Lodge
  8 Ford Road • Carmel Valley, CA 93924-0093
  831-659-2261, 800-641-4646
  A charming country lodge nestled in a lush garden setting that offers 31 accommodations, including garden patio rooms, fireplace rooms and suites, and one or two bedroom cottages with fireplaces. All rooms, suites, and cottages feature open beam ceilings and handmade Shaker furniture. Other amenities include a heated pool, a Swedish sauna, whirlpool spa, and exercise room. A generous continental breakfast is served in the Lodge dining room or a breakfast basket can be delivered to your room. more...  map

Guest Ranches

• Mission Ranch
  26270 Dolores Street • Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
  831-624-6436, 800-538-8221
  Enjoy ocean sunsets and sheep-filled pastures on the award-winning grounds of the magnificent ranch that offers 31 unique and charming guest rooms, most of which have ocean views, fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs. Many amenities and attractions are on the property, including a historic 1850's farmhouse, full-service restaurant, piano bar, six championship tennis courts, meeting and banquet facilities, a fitness center, pro shop and a daily continental breakfast. more...  map

Condos & Vacation Rentals

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Motels/Hotels

• Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge BOOK
  Located at Fifth & San Carlos Street
  831-624-1261, 800-528-1234
  Book hotel reservations at the Best Western Carmel Townhouse Lodge in Carmel, California now to experience its great services, accommodations, and convenient location to all Carmel, CA attractions.  more...  map

• Adobe Inn
  P.O. Box 4115 • Carmel, CA 93921
  Located at Dolores & Eighth
  831-624-3933, 800-388-3933
  Relax in one of the well appointed king or double queen guest rooms available at this inn that features fireplaces, marble topped work desks, wet bars, refrigerators, and reading and sitting areas in all of the rooms. Two bed, two bath suites, as well as executive suites, are also available. Amenities on site include heated swimming pool, personal dry sauna, and a continental breakfast delivered to your room each morning. more...  map

• Best Western Carmel Bay View Inn
  Junipero Avenue between 5th and 6th Avenues • Carmel, CA 93921
  831-624-1831, 800-343-1831
  Some of the most spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean can be seen from your own private balcony when you stay at this hotel that offers beautiful guest rooms complete with fireplaces, featherbeds, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, and coffee makers. A heated seasonal pool is on the property and a deluxe continental breakfast is served each morning.  map

• Carmel Lodge
  Located on San Carlos at Fifth Avenue
  831-624-1255, 800-252-1255
  Situated beneath the towering Monterey Pines, this lodge inn provides 38 spacious guest rooms, some with fireplaces, wet bars, or private lanai balconies. Deluxe rooms are also available, complete with refrigerators and coffee makers. An outdoor pool is on the property for guests to enjoy. more...  map

• Carmel Mission Inn
  3665 Rio Road • Carmel, CA 93923
  831-624-1841
  Surrounded by private lush gardens, this three story hotel is the largest full service hotel in Carmel. The hotel has many features including 165 well appointed guest rooms and suites, a business center, babysitting services, a whirlpool, concierge services, a restaurant and lounge, a fitness facility, room service, and an outdoor pool. more...  map

• Carmel Oaks Inn
  P.O. Box 3696 • Carmel, CA 93921
  Located on Fifth Avenue
  831-624-5547, 800-266-5547
  Designed in a California Country style, this small, charming inn provides 18 cozy, individually designed guest rooms, all with VCRs, refrigerators, and coffee makers. A picnic breakfast is delivered to your room each morning and guests can enjoy an evening wine reception while staying here. more...  map

• Carmel Tradewinds Inn
  P.O. Box 3403 • Carmel, CA 93921
  Located on Mission Street at Third Avenue
  831-624-2776, 800-624-6665
  Carmel's premier luxury boutique hotel, this inn offers unique guest rooms, all with a fusion of Asian, Balinese, and tropical design, and all including fine custom fabrics, exquisite furnishings, luxurious Egyptian cotton linens, down pillows, featherbeds, and comforters. The inn's Signature Continental Breakfast Buffet is served every morning. more...  map

• Coachman's Inn
  Located on San Carlos at Seventh
  831-624-6421, 800-336-6421
  The English style inn features large, charming guest rooms, complete with special touches, such as comfortable furniture and richly colored carpet accented with unique pictures. Amenities on site for guests to enjoy include an outdoor patio, hot tub, dry sauna, morning danishes, and an afternoon sherry hour. more...  map

• Country Garden Inns
  102 West Carmel Valley Road • Carmel Valley, CA 93924
  831-659-5361
  Nestled in the sunny Santa Lucia Mountains, out of the reach of the coastal fog, there are two country inns offering European hospitality. Breakfast buffet and evening wine & cheese hour included in rates. Walk to wine tasting, dining, and shopping. more...  map

• La Playa Hotel
  Camino Real at Eighth Avenue • Carmel, CA 93921
  831-624-6476
  Features 73 deluxe guest rooms and two spacious suites with ocean views. Five quaint, private cottages are also available. There is wireless Internet access, five function rooms, al fresco dining at the Terrace Grill, exquisite formal gardens & courtyard, an outdoor heated pool and New Garden Spa Treatments.  map

• Normandy Inn
  Located at Ocean Avenue & Monte Verde Street
  831-624-3825, 800-343-3825
  A quaint and charming French country inn that is nestled in a beautiful garden setting just three blocks from the beach. There are standard and fireplace rooms, as well as cottage suites, available and guests can enjoy a seasonal heated pool, a daily continental breakfast, and afternoon sherry while staying here. more...  map