Mission Fields Travel Guide
Carmel

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Popular places to visit

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

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 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 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.

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.

Folktale Winery and Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Folktale Winery and Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Mission Fields

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Amazing hotel!!! The staff were so friendly and accomodating. The only thing is that there is no A/C since the property is older so keep that in mind BUT they do have fans to give you if needed. But they were amazing, bed was comfy and great views
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Was very close to the custom house plaza. Had a good amount of stores and food places around it. Very easy to get to and the staff were on top of everything would definitely go back. Room was spacious and clean
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The adjoining room door was next to the bed. Very poor sound proofing. The next room’s conversations at normal tones sounded like they were in our room. They talked until 2:45AM. The hotel clerk did make note of it the next morning when I reported it. Hopefully they will fix the problem.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
The staff was very helpful nice
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

The Monterey Hotel
I would not recommend this place. Our room was basically filled with the bed, and the carpet was so disgustingly dirty that we had to place towels on the floor to walk without our shoes. The walls were so thin that we heard several people snoring at night, as well as phones vibrating. We hardly slept! ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Food
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mission Fields

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

Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica are top sights worth seeing.

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

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

Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

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