What's it like in Carmel Highlands?

Carmel Highlands is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its seaside and sunsets. Make sure that you visit Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach as part of your Carmel Highlands travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Carmel Highlands?

Based on our traveller data, Hyatt Carmel Highlands is one of the top choices for your stay in Carmel Highlands. This resort is a short 12-minute walk from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, and it offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the area is Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn .

How many hotels are there in Carmel Highlands?

Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodation options in Carmel Highlands to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Carmel area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carmel Highlands, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Carmel Highlands.

What is there to do in this Carmel neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Carmel Highlands with a visit to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gravity Garden. Gibson Beach and Point Lobos Ranch are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Carmel Highlands include China Cove, Hidden Beach and Weston Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Carmel, make sure that you visit other sights such as Monastery Beach or Palo Corona Regional Park.

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Our top choices for Carmel Highlands hotels

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

Claire

HK$5,984 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Carmel Highlands

Seda

HK$5,733 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Sealamp Inn

15.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Daniel

HK$582 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

Bay Breeze Inn

15.2 km from Carmel Highlands

Paz Danika

HK$661 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

Gateway Lodge

14.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Janeth

HK$606 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

23.5 km from Carmel Highlands

Isabel

HK$1,051 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

24.1 km from Carmel Highlands

David

HK$640 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Pacific Best Inn

13.1 km from Carmel Highlands

Nancy

HK$717 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Deer Haven Inn

12.8 km from Carmel Highlands

Vyacheslav

HK$1,473 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Olympia Lodge

14 km from Carmel Highlands

HK$1,180 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Padre Oaks

9.6 km from Carmel Highlands

Alex

HK$972 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pelican Inn Monterey

9.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Lollita

HK$880 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

11.5 km from Carmel Highlands

Anastasia

HK$1,462 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

Sand Castle Inn

14.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Karla

HK$867 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

Carmel Mission Inn

4.4 km from Carmel Highlands

Mary

HK$1,914 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Best Western Marina State Beach

24.6 km from Carmel Highlands

Elsa

HK$1,320 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers

El Castell Motel

11.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Jefferson

HK$984 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

Monterey Peninsula Inn

13.9 km from Carmel Highlands

Beverly

HK$1,267 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Asilomar Conference Grounds

12.8 km from Carmel Highlands

Xin

HK$1,439 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pacific Inn

12.4 km from Carmel Highlands

James

HK$1,056 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

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Where to stay in Carmel Highlands

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Downtown Carmel

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

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Golden Rectangle

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

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Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

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Northwest Carmel

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

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Northeast Carmel

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

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Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Ocean view was amazing!!!"

Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in one of the cottages. They looked freshly updated and had a parking space and picnic table in a little courtyard right outside the door. It was clean and spacious with comfortable beds and only 5 mins from cannery row. We love the relaxing atmosphere and will definitely return."

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Priscilla was extremely attentive and professional, even though she was brand new. She made our stay easy and memorable. The grounds were beautiful and the room was just what we needed. I have been staying at this hotel since I was a kid and would like to see some of the amenities come back. They used to have wine and cheese in the evenings and it was a great way to unwind after a long day at the aquarium with the fire going strong. They also used to sell aquarium tickets at the hotel, which made planning a lot easier. The breakfast was good (especially with kids) but they used to have make to order omelets which gave it a little bit more of a personalized feel. I love this hotel, I just want to see it return to its former glory…"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

8/10 Good

"Clean comfortable rooms. Not thrilled with the desk staff. We waited quite a while for check-in as they answered as multiple calls. We were surprised by the mandatory $15 dollar fee per day for minimum hotel purchases. We enjoyed the breakfast - five stars for the breakfast manager George T who was very helpful and friendly!"

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Sealamp Inn

Bay Breeze Inn

Gateway Lodge

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Pacific Best Inn

Deer Haven Inn

Olympia Lodge

Padre Oaks

Pelican Inn Monterey

Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

Sand Castle Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

Best Western Marina State Beach

El Castell Motel

Monterey Peninsula Inn

Asilomar Conference Grounds

Pacific Inn

Where to stay in Carmel Highlands

Downtown Carmel

Golden Rectangle

Southeast Carmel

Northwest Carmel

Northeast Carmel

Top Carmel Highlands Hotel Reviews

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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