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Our top choices for Carmel Valley motels

A house with a distinctive orange door, a small porch, and a view of hills in the background.

1. Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (302 reviews)
"Great location and looks to be newly remodeled with great attention to detail. Very cute decor!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is £156
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Contenta Inn
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

2. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Fantastic place, highly recommended"
United States
Giacomo
The price is £158
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

3. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,901 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Pacific Inn
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and indoor seating area.

4. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,093 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Douglas
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
El Castell Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,194 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Julio
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

6. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"It was clean and comfortable for a great price. Free parking"
United States
william
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Padre Oaks
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

7. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,896 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Stargazer Hotel
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

8. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,251 reviews)
"very pleasant stay at an older motel."
United States
Sheryl
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sand Castle Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

9. The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,117 reviews)
"It was great experience everything was near by nd at walking distance."
United States
Rahul
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Stevenson Monterey
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

10. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"We loved the landscaping & the mattresses were very comfortable."
United States
Jessica
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Monterey Bay Lodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

11. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Yasmeen
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stage Coach Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a fireplace, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Loved the location & property. Clean, modern, new furnishings. The mgr Arjun was AMAZING! I left something in our room at checkout & he helped in returning it to me. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Linda
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

13. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Was very surprised how clean. Would recommend. Would stay here again!"
United States
Michael E
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A wooden sign for a resort inn with a 'No Vacancy' sign above it.

14. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"so cute would stay again"
United States
stephanie
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Carmel Resort Inn
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Lovers Point Inn' sign, outdoor seating area, and an 'Office' sign indicating a business space.

15. Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn
2.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,504 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room. Easy parking too."
United States
Antoinette
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Lovers Point Inn
A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

16. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,331 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
United States
Joseph
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Monterey Surf Inn
A sign for Discovery Inn Seaside with a dolphin logo, located at 1106 Fremont.

17. Discovery Inn

Discovery Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (431 reviews)
"convenient location … multiple food choices within walking distance … professional staff … clean & comfortable room … A+"
United States
Errol
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Discovery Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. Vagabond Inn Monterey

Vagabond Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
6.8 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"This is not a five star hotel but it is very clean and everyone is really nice and the location is perfect. Be warned, the rooms are very small but the air conditioning rocks and everything is super clean. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Donavenis
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Vagabond Inn Monterey
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a desk.

19. Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"They take pride in this place. very clean and quiet. Everything is brand new. Looks like they hired the right people too."
United States
john
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Seaside Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a bathtub.

20. Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (863 reviews)
"Friendly staff! Room was clean and the shopping center nearby was a treat!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Carmel Hill Lodge
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Top Carmel Valley Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic stay ."
Jessica 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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Carmel Valley Motels information

Number of reviews
9,420
Accommodation
46 Motels
Lowest Price
£51
Highest Price
£158

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carmel Valley?
As you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Carmel Valley. In the area, popular places to visit include Monterey Bay Aquarium.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The term "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.
What are the best motels in Carmel Valley?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. The Stevenson Monterey is located 19.2 km from the heart of Carmel Valley. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Lovers Point Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as heating. Central Carmel Valley is 14.4 mi (23.1 km) away. Pacific Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 10.6 mi (17 km) from the heart of Carmel Valley. Stargazer Hotel: Central Carmel Valley is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. El Castell Motel: 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from the heart of Carmel Valley. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Carmel Valley?
Enjoy the wineries and restaurants in this relaxing area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Carmel Valley like the seaside. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Los Padres National Forest, Carmel Valley Community Park and Garland Ranch Regional Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Monterey Bay Aquarium, Munras Avenue and Monterey Zoo. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Bernardus Winery Tasting Room, Bernardus Winery and Chock Rock Vineyard Tasting Room.
What's the weather like in Carmel Valley?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carmel Valley to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Carmel Valley is 447 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carmel Valley while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Carmel Valley to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is located 10.2 mi (16.3 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 14.4 mi (23.1 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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