Title: Carmel Highlands Travel Guide: Best of Carmel Highlands, Carmel Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Carmel Highlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Highlands-Carmel-Hotels.0-n6352921-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Carmel.d6026.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Carmel.d6026.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Carmel Highlands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Carmel-Highlands.d6352921.Car-Hire-Guide)[Carmel Highlands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Highlands.d6352921.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Carmel Highlands Travel Guide ## Carmel ![A View of the California Coastline along State Road 1](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352921/b456eef7-99c6-4710-a435-881d8d06622e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A View of the California Coastline along State Road 1](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352921/b456eef7-99c6-4710-a435-881d8d06622e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Famous Bixby Bridge on California State Route 1](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352921/b011f3a4-d765-4ae9-bcb8-8e95dc15a1d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Big Sur, Carmel Highlands, Monterey County, California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352921/29d947d3-10ef-4839-9bae-b94d79c87cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![China cove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089199/b568ecc2-e46c-4c51-8923-1949ab4ab79f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Carmel Highlands Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Carmel travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel.dx6026) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Carmel Beach featuring landscape views and a sandy beach as well as an individual female](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134971/c9be2d9c-d441-4e84-9b2c-57e13264b701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carmel Beach 4.5/5(60 reviews) Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Beach-Golden-Rectangle.d6134971.Attraction) ![These are golfers approaching the green at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course, designed by Pete Dye, in Carmel, California.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153458/f1547c4c-b268-48c6-b97c-a425b4a6d99f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Valley-Ranch-Golf-Course-Carmel.d6153458.Attraction) ![GFB72N Carmel Plaza, Carmel-by-the-Sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151242/f668985f-40e0-4c15-b76b-a74898fa3125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Plaza-Carmel.d6151242.Attraction) ![Carmel Mission Basilica showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089213/043bc482-a31d-4e8e-b9bb-119be8d506f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carmel Mission Basilica 5/5(3 reviews) This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Mission-Basilica-Carmel-Point.d6089213.Attraction) ![Bixby Bridge which includes landscape views, general coastal views and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089201/d0e16716-bf16-4aa8-b51a-edc48a5f924e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bixby Bridge 4/5(62 reviews) This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bixby-Bridge-Carmel.d6089201.Attraction) ![Point Sur Lighthouse which includes a sandy beach, mountains and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151252/06c5d16c-6bd9-4c46-b123-76989a400e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Point Sur Lighthouse Spot sea life and admire the breathtaking coastal scenery of the Big Sur region from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Point-Sur-Lighthouse-California.d6151252.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48223089/194ea493-f85e-4071-9dcd-2aedb9f4336f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide £52 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-whale-watching-tour-with-a-marine-guide.a48223089.activity-details) ![RadWagon tandem](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1385287/ccfaa45d-65fb-459c-b8a7-8b9cf4127440.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr £58 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/montereys-17-mile-drive-guided-electric-bike-tour.a1385287.activity-details) ![Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Anytime Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47761192/5ba393f4-c4cf-45d7-9355-10a0229f2e8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-treasure-hunt-the-ride-ticket-power-up-combo.a47761192.activity-details) ![Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4751405/55972508-9a4b-4ed7-b08f-7f14280d9452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental £41 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-and-17-mile-drive-half-day-electric-bike-rental.a4751405.activity-details) ![If you stay around long enough, you may feel a tug at your pant leg at Colton Hall Jail.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46014363/c46990a6-d1cd-4b74-a701-8480b7f9216c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mist, Mayhem, & Murder: Monterey Ghost Tours £24 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mist.a46014363.activity-details) ![Mini Golf 9 Hole Course and Fun Indoor Games in Monterey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48908844/5c6717a6-6756-49dc-b9fd-c6cba4d6be1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Monterey £13 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mini-golf-9-hole-course-in-monterey.a48908844.activity-details) [See all activities in Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Carmel.d6026.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Carmel Highlands ![Hyatt Carmel Highlands](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8500/8495/ed62b6eb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Carmel Highlands 120 Highland Dr Carmel CA £323 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa resort in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (861 reviews) The room was clean, the staff was all quite friendly and helpful, and the views from the room were spectacular. Only problem was that at night the room became quite cold even with extra blankets our first two nights in spite of adjustments made by one of the employees. The third night, our last night, ... Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=8495&PinnedHotelID=8495&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352921) ![Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101790000/101781800/101781786/fc45a6c0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn 120 Highlands Drive Carmel CA £283 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Popular attractions Carmel Beach and Pebble Beach Golf Links are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (214 reviews) Great location and view but the rooms need an upgrade. For the price per night I would expect better decor. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=101781786&PinnedHotelID=101781786&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352921) ![Carmel Bay View Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1808/6a559ab2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carmel Bay View Inn Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA £176 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,497 reviews) Room was beautiful, fireplace added a lot to the ambience. Breakfast was hot and delicious. Staff was very friendly and the grounds were clean and well kept. Planning to return soon! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=1808&PinnedHotelID=1808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352921) ![Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1100/1024/0221d503_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA £170 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,949 reviews) Everything was great! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=1024&PinnedHotelID=1024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352921) ![The Monterey Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12400/12377/d1fdaaee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Monterey Hotel 407 Calle Principal Monterey CA £164 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,500 reviews) Really enjoyed the friendliness of the staff. Room was cute and cozy. Really loved the fire place Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=12377&PinnedHotelID=12377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352921) ![Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25100/25067/71809541_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 400 Cannery Row Monterey CA £268 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 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 in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,431 reviews) Your large lobby with the bar was excellent. We were pleasantly surprised with the live music every night. We especially enjoyed the mandolin player. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=25067&PinnedHotelID=25067&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352921) [See all 1,277 properties in Carmel Highlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6352921) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Carmel-Riviera.dx553248635976470319) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Carmel-Meadows.dx553248635976480151) ![Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, Carmel, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976478285/11a8d055-e3c2-44a0-b075-01d25f053695.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mission Fields While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Mission-Fields.dx553248635976478285) ![Sunset Point - Pebble Beach, California, February 17, 2018: Beautiful sea and rocky point vista along the 17 Mile Drive south of Cypress Point Golf Course overlooking Sunset Point.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473549/0fefea00-8326-4634-ae21-3f23fec04742.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Carmel Point 5/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Carmel-Point.dx553248635976473549) ![Carmel Valley overlook in panoramic format, Carmel Valley Road in Northern California East of Carmel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473761/235fb145-af4a-492b-bc47-1b7a42403d90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Hatton-Fields.dx553248635976473761) ![View of Carmel Beach from Scenic Rd.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6026/682caaf2-addb-4ac9-a4af-aea933be7f9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Golden Rectangle 5/5(11 area reviews) While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Golden-Rectangle.dx553248635976469647) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Carmel Highlands Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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