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Top Carmel Valley Hotel Reviews
Carmel Valley Lodge and Resort
"Great stay, friendly staff and a fantastic complimentary breakfast! The place was old school and quaint, nothing modernized. We stayed for a few days during a family wedding weekend. The staff is everything. Very accommodating and friendly. The chef making the complimentary breakfast was fantastic - best avocado toast I've had! Hot eggs/quiche/frittatas on the weekends. The accommodations were rustic with some rooms being more updated than others. Regardless, the room was extremely clean along with the rest of the property. The pool was wonderful. It gets much hotter in the valley than in the town of Carmel, 17 mile drive, Monterrey so layer up."
Hidden Valley Inn
"We were only at the hotel for an overnight stay. The room was clean and parking was convenient."
Serene Vineyard Chateau with Pool, Hot Tub, BBQ
"The house and grounds were lovely! The pool was amazing and I loved listening to the babbling brook/waterfall in the morning. It was perfect for our small family getaway.Fair warning - it’s a very wind-y drive. I’d go back again, for sure! My kids loved the play areas outside."
Holman Ranch Estate Vineyard & Winery
"Beautiful, secluded, well-kept property."
Little European Lodge
"Very quiet , and clean rooms . Plus , streaming services were on the tv . Only thing I can complain about it the entrance and exit ! Very steep and will ground out your car if you're not going slow enough or the right angle . Other than that , perfect stay !"
Gorgeous Secluded Treehouse with Spectacular Views
"Tracy was quick to ensure we were taken care of and checked in. You can really tell this place is special and isn’t your average Vrbo. Highly recommend!"
Unique Off-Grid experience with Stunning Views Close to Wine Tasting
"Cozy setting with beautiful views, great directions to the property Enjoyed the sheep and goats"
New- Cabin by the River
"As pictured. Very clean, private and quiet. We enjoyed ourselves!"
Guest House in Sunny Carmel Valley.
"Very clean with a beautiful back yard. Bob, the owner was very kind and knowledgeable about the area. Would definitely stay again if we were in the area again."
Find out more about Carmel Valley
Pocket Guide: California Carmel Valley Hotels
If you fancy a holiday in California's wine country, a hotel in Carmel Valley makes a great base. The area has a surfeit of vineyards, fine dining restaurants and championship golf courses.
Accommodation Options in Carmel Valley
From pocket-friendly motels to swish five-star hotels, the Carmel Valley area has accommodation to suit all budgets. Whether you choose to stay in a luxury hotel tucked away among the grapevines or at a sprawling golf resort, you’re guaranteed a relaxing and rewarding stay.
Outdoor Adventures in Carmel Valley
Head out of your Carmel Valley accommodation and hike one of the trails at Garland Ranch Regional Park, a 4,462-acre park that features Indian habitation sites, a redwood canyon, a waterfall and a slew of historic buildings. There are flat trails for novice hikers and steep climbs for experienced ones, boasting sweeping views of Carmel Valley's vineyards and the green Ventana Wilderness.
Sample Carmel Valley’s Superb Wines
No trip to the Carmel Valley is complete without a visit to the wineries, tasting rooms and wine bars dotted along the valley floor. Most tasting rooms are within walking distance of each other, so you can leave your car behind and enjoy the route at a leisurely pace. Alternatively, there's a Grapevine Express bus that stops at all of the wineries along the route.
A Personal Touch at Carmel Valley Wineries
From the hip to the rustic, every wine tasting room has a different vibe, but it's often the winemaker who is doing the pouring. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are the most common wines that you'll find here. As well as wine tastings, you can treat yourself to free olive oil tastings at boutique olive oil shops.
Carmel Valley for Golfers
Play a round of golf among deer and other wildlife in one of Carmel Valley's tranquil golf courses. The Golf Club at Quail Lodge hosts the USGA Senior Amateur and California Women's Amateur Championships, while the Rancho Canada Golf Club has two courses that straddle the Carmel River and offer dramatic views of the valley and Santa Lucia Mountains.