Carmel Point Travel Guide

Carmel

Carmel Mission Basilica featuring a house, a fountain and skyline
Carmel Mission Basilica showing heritage elements
Carmel Mission Basilica showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements
Carmel Point
Carmel Mission Basilica featuring wild flowers

Popular places to visit

Carmel Mission Basilica showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements

Carmel Mission Basilica

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
Tor House

Tor House

Be inspired by this fairytale stone cottage on the dramatic Carmel Big Sur coastline, built by one of America’s legendary poets.

Tor House
Carmel Beach featuring landscape views and a sandy beach as well as an individual female

Carmel Beach

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
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
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
Bixby Bridge which includes landscape views, general coastal views and a bridge

Bixby Bridge

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

Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

£55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
If you stay around long enough, you may feel a tug at your pant leg at Colton Hall Jail.

Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures

£19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Ghosts Walking Tour By US Ghost Adventures
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

£52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

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

£40
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Picture 1 for Activity Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

£70
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Point Lobos - A Private Charming Ocean Tour

Point Lobos - A Private Charming Ocean Tour

£11
per adult
Point Lobos - A Private Charming Ocean Tour
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Top hotels in Carmel Point

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
The price is £90 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£90
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,254 reviews)
"The hotel was conveniently located in the touristy area of Monterey so if you like that it's a good deal. But the hotel itself is worn down and needing an update. It IS clean though and feels safe. The staff were friendly and professional too."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
The price is £244 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
£244
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,422 reviews)
Nice and classy
"Nice facilities and amenities but wished the lobby restaurant stayed open later."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is £287 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
£287
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,347 reviews)
"Lots of food options in the plaza and close by. On and off trolley was a great way to get around Monterey without driving ourselves!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Stargazer Inn and Suites

Stargazer Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
1046 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,554 reviews)
"Even though they were sold out, and had a little issue with parking due to street parking being prevented by construction activity, we ended up having a spot each night and it was nice. This property is not walkable to fisherman's wharf, but unless you can't walk very far. You could easily do downtown ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

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Stargazer Inn and Suites
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is £219 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£219
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,719 reviews)
"Perfect location for first time visitors."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

2 out of 5
100 Reservation Rd, Marina, CA
The price is £67 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
£67
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Marina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,304 reviews)
"How quiet and convenient it was. Definitely will go back."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
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Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Point

Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(11 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 Meadows

Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, but Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Carmel Meadows
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Mission Fields

While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.

Mission Fields
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Downtown Carmel

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

Downtown Carmel
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Hatton Fields

While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hatton Fields
Forest Theater Guild featuring theatre scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

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

Southeast Carmel

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