Title: Northwest Carmel Travel Guide: Best of Northwest Carmel, Carmel Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Northwest Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Northwest-Carmel-Carmel-Hotels.0-n553248635976479192-0.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)[Northwest Carmel Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northwest-Carmel.d553248635976479192.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northwest Carmel Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northwest-Carmel.d553248635976479192.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Northwest Carmel Travel Guide ## Carmel ![Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26930-Carmel-By-The-Sea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Carmel which includes a house and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/202000/202864-Carmel-By-The-Sea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Carmel showing a small town or village, street scenes and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26928-Carmel-By-The-Sea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Carmel showing a small town or village, a house and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26929-Carmel-By-The-Sea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Carmel showing street scenes, a sunset and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26933-Carmel-By-The-Sea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northwest Carmel Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Carmel travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel.dx6026) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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 Beach featuring landscape views and a sandy beach as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26894-Carmel-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carmel Beach 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) ![Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f1549d0511cf0922acb9d1624059eeba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Valley-Ranch-Golf-Course-Carmel.d6153458.Attraction) ![Carmel Plaza](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4fa8730f5371872de2b32286840ec6d8.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26869-Carmel-Mission.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Mission-Basilica-Carmel-Point.d6089213.Attraction) ![Bixby Bridge which includes landscape views, general coastal views and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/203000/203060-Bixby-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bixby-Bridge-Carmel.d6089201.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) ![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) ![Carmel Tour in The Heavenly 17 Mile Drive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48511864/abbd8d06-703d-4484-80fd-aae80b1fce6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carmel Tour in The Heavenly 17 Mile Drive £22 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/carmel-tour-in-the-heavenly-17-mile-drive.a48511864.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 Northwest Carmel ![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 £99 19 Jan - 20 Jan 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! (1,471 reviews) We stayed twice on the way to San Francisco and back - each time was a joy. Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=1808&PinnedHotelID=1808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479192) ![Carmel Wayfarer Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1111500/1111426/e545c427_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carmel Wayfarer Inn 4th Ave And Mission Ave Carmel CA Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews) Room was really nice bigger than I was expecting Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026&selected=1111426&PinnedHotelID=1111426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479192) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026&selected=1111426&PinnedHotelID=1111426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479192) ![Hotel Carmel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968985/572ae9b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Carmel Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street Carmel CA £186 19 Jan - 20 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews) Clean, spacious room. Nice amenities and excellent location. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=968985&PinnedHotelID=968985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479192) ![Stilwell Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1691500/1691445/d27cdc31_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stilwell Hotel San Carlos St at 5th Ave Carmel CA £289 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel Beach are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (467 reviews) Great room and location Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=1691445&PinnedHotelID=1691445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479192) ![Hofsas House Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5200/5187/1c5a1401_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hofsas House Hotel San Carlos Street Carmel CA £141 20 Jan - 21 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions 17-Mile ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (823 reviews) Front desk staff was very nice and accommodating, and the continental breakfast hit the spot. Super cool and chic ambience would definitely come back! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=5187&PinnedHotelID=5187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479192) ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £215 1 Feb - 2 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! (2,881 reviews) First time staying and won’t be the last; we enjoyed the amenities and every staff member we met was so nice. I really enjoyed the spa, too. Thank you for a great stay! Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=1024&PinnedHotelID=1024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976479192) [See all 1,323 properties in Northwest Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635976479192) 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/Carmel-Downtown-Carmel.dx939285337438851072) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fa5eb5dde5f27e383c83eb9331244733.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northeast Carmel 4/5(14 area reviews) While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Northeast-Carmel.dx553248635976474208) ![Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26930-Carmel-By-The-Sea.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) ![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 Woods While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Carmel-Woods.dx553248635976474266) ![Forest Theater Guild featuring theatre scenes and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/54000/54757-Forest-Theater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southeast Carmel While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Southeast-Carmel.dx553248635976858030) ![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) ### High Meadows While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-High-Meadows.dx553248635976478439) --- --- - [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) # Northwest Carmel 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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