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    Our top choices for Carmel Beach hotels

    1. Highland Dell Lodge

    A wooden deck with a view of a river and forest. There is a table with a vase of sunflowers and an American flag.

    2. The Lodge at Bodega Bay

    A spacious living room with a fireplace, stone walls, and a high ceiling with wooden beams.

    3. Sonoma Coast Villa

    A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a pool.

    4. The Occidental Lodge

    A sign for Occidental Lodge with a stone base.

    5. Bodega Harbor Inn

    A kitchen with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

    6. Inn at Occidental

    A coastal landscape with a grassy path leading to the sea, featuring rocky outcrops and a clear view of the ocean.

    7. Casa Secoya

    A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a white railing, overlooking a dense forest.

    8. Hotel Dega

    A spacious living room with a high ceiling, skylight, large windows, a green sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

    9. Boho Manor

    A wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by trees and overlooking a body of water.

    10. West Sonoma Inn & Spa

    A wooden deck with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a forested valley.

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    Compare popular hotels close to Carmel Beach

    PropertyProperty classGuest ratingBreakfast includedPoolSpaPet-friendlyWiFi included
    A wooden deck with a view of a river and forest. There is a table with a vase of sunflowers and an American flag.
    Highland Dell Lodge
    9.2Wonderful675 reviewsView
    A spacious living room with a fireplace, stone walls, and a high ceiling with wooden beams.
    The Lodge at Bodega Bay
    9.6Exceptional1,005 reviewsView
    A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a pool.
    Sonoma Coast Villa
    9.4Exceptional779 reviewsView
    A sign for Occidental Lodge with a stone base.
    The Occidental Lodge
    8.8Excellent808 reviewsView
    A kitchen with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs, a clock, and a painting on the wall.
    Bodega Harbor Inn
    8.6Excellent1,000 reviewsView

    Other attractions near Carmel Beach

    A sunset over a rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

    Photo by Marc Platt

    Schoolhouse Beach

    Rating: 7.4/10 (3 reviews)

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Schoolhouse Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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    A green fishing boat stranded on a beach with rough sea waves and a cloudy sky.

    Photo by Vinny Espinosa

    South Salmon Creek Beach

    Rating: 9.2/10 (10 reviews)

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Salmon Creek Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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    Arched Rock Beach

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Arched Rock Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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    Coleman Beach

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Coleman Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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    Portuguese Beach

    Rating: 9.4/10 (35 reviews)

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Portuguese Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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    Miwok Beach

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Miwok Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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    North Salmon Creek Beach

    Rating: 9.4/10 (17 reviews)

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Salmon Creek Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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    Gleason Beach

    Rating: 10.0/10 (1 review)

    Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gleason Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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    Top Carmel Beach Hotel Reviews

    Sonoma Coast Villa

    A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a pool.

    Inn at Occidental

    A coastal landscape with a grassy path leading to the sea, featuring rocky outcrops and a clear view of the ocean.

    The Stavrand Russian River Valley

    A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, wicker chairs, and a circular chandelier.

    AutoCamp Sonoma

    A cabin with a wooden deck and a small outdoor seating area surrounded by trees.

    Highland Dell Lodge

    A wooden deck with a view of a river and forest. There is a table with a vase of sunflowers and an American flag.

    Inn on the Russian River

    A serene outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a calm lake and lush greenery.

    Mine + Farm, The Inn at Guerneville, CA

    Front of property

    Home2 Suites By Hilton Rohnert Park Sonoma County

    An outdoor patio with a round table, yellow chairs, a gray sofa, wicker ottomans, and a fire pit.

    Jenner Inn

    A coastal restaurant named 'Jenner by the Sea' with outdoor seating and a view of a rocky hill.

    The Occidental Lodge

    A sign for Occidental Lodge with a stone base.

    Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Rosa Sebastopol

    A reception area with a stone counter, wooden paneling, and a large TV screen. There are two blue chairs and a small table.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the area like around Carmel Beach?

    Carmel Beach is located in Bodega Bay. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 19 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

    What's the best place to stay close to Carmel Beach?

    The Inn at the Tides is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Carmel Beach.

    How many hotels can I expect to find near Carmel Beach?

    Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Carmel Beach.

    If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carmel Beach, will I receive a refund?

    Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Carmel Beach.

    What can I see and do near Carmel Beach?

    Spend some time wandering around Bodega Dunes, Horseshoe Cove Overlook and Bodega Head. Dip your toes in the water at Shell Beach, Doran Beach and Portuguese Beach. Enjoy nature at Bodega Harbour, North Salmon Creek Beach or Wright's Beach.