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Our top choices for Carmel River State Beach hotels

1. La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel
Golden Rectangle, 1.7 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Derek
HK$5,519
HK$6,758 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
La Playa Hotel

2. Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Downtown Carmel, 2.1 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Bethany
HK$3,646
HK$4,455 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

3. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
8.8 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Kristen
HK$762
HK$873 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
El Castell Motel

4. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
9.3 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Gabrielle
HK$734
HK$841 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pacific Inn

5. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
9.1 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Marina
HK$776
HK$889 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Lone Oak Lodge

6. Martine Inn

Martine Inn
9.4 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Stephen
HK$2,348
HK$2,651 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Martine Inn

7. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn
6.5 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Martin
HK$1,193
HK$1,361 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Best Western Park Crest Inn

8. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
6.6 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Marlene C
HK$917
HK$1,048 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stargazer Hotel

9. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
9.2 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Qianfang
HK$2,062
HK$2,386 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

10. Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey

Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey
11.4 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Matthew
HK$1,969
HK$2,232 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey

11. The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
7.2 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Rudy
HK$981
HK$1,120 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Stevenson Monterey

12. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
11.7 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Judy
HK$677
HK$772 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Sand Castle Inn

13. Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort
10.2 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Paul
HK$837
HK$959 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Monarch Resort

14. Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
19.9 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Randy
HK$823
HK$952 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Old Marina Inn

15. Monterey Fireplace Inn

Monterey Fireplace Inn
9.3 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
christian
HK$550
HK$687 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Monterey Fireplace Inn

16. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
6.2 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Bernardo
HK$651
HK$747 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Monterey Surf Inn

17. Scottish Fairway Inn

Scottish Fairway Inn
8.7 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Tyler
HK$691
HK$793 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Scottish Fairway Inn

18. Cannery Row Inn

Cannery Row Inn
8.5 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
terry
HK$1,192
HK$1,358 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Cannery Row Inn

19. Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
Carmel Highlands, 4.1 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Baljit
HK$3,663
HK$4,532 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

20. Gateway Lodge

Gateway Lodge
11.7 km from Carmel River State Beach
United States
Carter
HK$564
HK$684 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Gateway Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to Carmel River State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
La Playa Hotel
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
9.2
Wonderful
447 reviews
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Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers
El Castell Motel
9.0
Wonderful
2,123 reviews
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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Pacific Inn
9.2
Wonderful
1,806 reviews
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Boating
Lone Oak Lodge
8.8
Excellent
1,054 reviews
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Top Carmel River State Beach Hotel Reviews

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"X"
Konstantin 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Beach Hotel

Carmel Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Execelent place to stay. Very well maintained, close to beach, very quiet neighborhood,, very clean, staff excellent. Only one negative, it didn't have a microwave but had everything else We will definitely stay there again"
John 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Carmel Beach Hotel
La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Charming boutique hotel. Outstanding ambiance and service. Smaller, but beautifully decorated rooms. Breakfast service and food quality was excellent. The bar was cozy and inviting. Staff were courteous and friendly. One of our favorite hotel stays!"
Derek 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
La Playa Hotel
Villa Mara Carmel

Villa Mara Carmel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were extremely, genuinely, welcoming. My welcoming drink was a pint of Alvarado Street beer, which is a favorite. While I was checking in they also supplied snacks and were genuinely interested in my stay. The room had a free mini-bar with some great snacks. The evening turn down included cookies. Great ocean view from the room. The room also had a balcony which is nice touch. The location is quite and parking was easy. I will stay again."
John 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Villa Mara Carmel
Isabella: Beautifully Remodeled Home Two Blocks from Carmel Beach

Isabella: Beautifully Remodeled Home Two Blocks from Carmel Beach

10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay."
Danielle S. 4-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Isabella: Beautifully Remodeled Home Two Blocks from Carmel Beach
Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!

Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!

10/10 Excellent
"Once again, we had a wonderful experience! The house was clean, comfortable and well stocked. Karen is such a pleasure and we enjoy staying at her beautiful home!"
sjamesr67 M. 4-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Steps To Carmel Beach, in the golden rectangle. The perfect location!
'Carmel Tranquility' 2 Beaches 6 and 9mins walk from a bright & airy beach home

'Carmel Tranquility' 2 Beaches 6 and 9mins walk from a bright & airy beach home

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing location, could walk to two beaches easily. We even walked into town a few times, for a bit of a longer 15ish min. walk. The layout of the home was great for Carmel homes - plenty of space, large dining area, great secret kids play room, all with beautiful landscaping. We would stay here again. Thank you!"
Christa M. 7-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
'Carmel Tranquility' 2 Beaches 6 and 9mins walk from a bright & airy beach home
3867 Dolce Tempo~ Quiet Area, Walk to Town & Beach

3867 Dolce Tempo~ Quiet Area, Walk to Town & Beach

8/10 Good
"We had a great time but were disappointed by the minimal kitchen supplies, pits and pans ( literally 3 total ) and general supplies like trash bags and seasonings ( salt & pepper but nothing else ). For the price we paid, there should be better provisions for families wanting to cook a meal “at home”."
Anonymous traveller 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
3867 Dolce Tempo~ Quiet Area, Walk to Town & Beach
Completely renovated Mid-Century Modern on Carmel Point - with EV Charger!

Completely renovated Mid-Century Modern on Carmel Point - with EV Charger!

10/10 Excellent
"Everything exceeded our expectations."
Frank A. 7-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Completely renovated Mid-Century Modern on Carmel Point - with EV Charger!

Other attractions near Carmel River State Beach

A stone tower with a small window, surrounded by trees and flowering plants.

Tor House

8.6/10 (59 reviews)
Be inspired by this fairytale stone cottage on the dramatic Carmel Big Sur coastline, built by one of America’s legendary poets.
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An ornate church interior with a crucifix, altar, and religious paintings.

Carmel Mission Basilica

9.0/10 (720 reviews)
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.
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A sunset over a beach with waves and a distant tree-covered landmass.
Photo by Janet Maldonado

Monastery Beach

8.8/10 (22 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Monastery Beach during your travels in Carmel? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
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The exterior of the Golden Bough Playhouse, featuring a yellow facade, a pointed roof, and a marquee sign.

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.
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An auditorium with rows of orange chairs, a high arched ceiling, and multiple light fixtures.

Sunset Center

8.6/10 (134 reviews)
Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.
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Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve during your travels to Carmel. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
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Palo Corona Regional Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Palo Corona Regional Park and enjoy the golf courses in Carmel. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
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Mission Trail Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Mission Trail Nature Preserve during your travels to Carmel.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carmel River State Beach?
Carmel River State Beach is located in Carmel. This scenic area is known for its beautiful ocean views and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 125 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Carmel River State Beach?
Carmel Beach Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Carmel River State Beach. Other good options within a short distance include Carmel River Inn & Cottages and Villa Mara Carmel.
How many hotels will I find close to Carmel River State Beach?
Expedia has 125 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Carmel River State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carmel River State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Carmel River State Beach.
What can I see and do near Carmel River State Beach?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Carmel Mission Basilica, Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada or Monterey Museum of Art. Golden State Theatre, Perry House and Tor House are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Sunset Center, Golden Bough Playhouse and Forest Theater Guild.