Northwest Carmel Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Carmel which includes autumn colours, a house and a sunset
Carmel featuring a garden and a house
Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a small town or village
Carmel which includes heritage architecture, a house and street scenes
Carmel which includes street scenes, a small town or village and a sunset

Popular places to visit

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

Carmel Beach

4.5/5(23 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 Mission Basilica featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and interior views

Carmel Mission Basilica

5/5(1 review)

This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Carmel Mission Basilica
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course

Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Bixby Bridge showing landscape views, general coastal views and a bridge

Bixby Bridge

4.5/5(12 reviews)

This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Bixby Bridge
Sunset Center showing interior views and theatre scenes

Sunset Center

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

Sunset Center

Activities

Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

AU$85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea

Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

AU$155
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Macaron making with a Master Chef - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Carmel Valley Village: Wine Tasting Tours in a 1970 VW bus.

Carmel Valley Village: Wine Tasting Tours in a 1970 VW bus.

AU$215
per adult
Carmel Valley Village: Wine Tasting Tours in a 1970 VW bus.
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

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

AU$256
per adult
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Monterey: Surfing Rental Package

Monterey: Surfing Rental Package

AU$40
per adult
Monterey: Surfing Rental Package
Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

AU$31
per adult
Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Northwest Carmel Hotel Deals

Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 out of 5
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$240 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$240
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Carmel Bay View Inn
Hotel Carmel
Hotel Carmel
3.5 out of 5
Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$487 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$487
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (805 reviews)
"Nice area"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Hotel Carmel
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3 out of 5
4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$233 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$233
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I find Carmel best when you can stay within walking distance of downtown. Wayfarer Inn is clean, convenient and usually has among the best prices in town. The rooms are large though furnishing and amenities are spartan. It's a great choice if all you care about is a bed, shower and table for your ..."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Hofsas House Hotel
Hofsas House Hotel
2.5 out of 5
San Carlos Street, Between 3rd & 4th Ave, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$323 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$323
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Monterey ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (713 reviews)
"Property was old but well maintained, clean and staff friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Hofsas House Hotel
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
4 out of 5
Ocean And Junipero, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$516 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$516
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (216 reviews)
"The room was adorable and comfortable. Breakfast and other goodies were a lovely touch!"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Briarwood Inn
Briarwood Inn
3 out of 5
San Carlos St. between 4th & 5th, Carmel, CA
The price is AU$282 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$282
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (664 reviews)
"Tiffany at the front desk made us feel so welcomed. She was a pleasure to meet. The beds are so comfortable and cozy. Also, the bath products are the best! High end toiletries were a plus. The coffee in the room was very delicious. Everything was perfect! We will be back. 😁"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Briarwood Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Carmel

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Northeast Carmel

4/5(3 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
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 which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Golden Rectangle
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Carmel Woods

While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Carmel Woods
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High Meadows

While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Del Monte Shopping Center.

High Meadows
Carmel Mission Basilica featuring a house, a fountain and skyline

Carmel Point

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

Carmel Point

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