Title: Golden Rectangle Holidays 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Golden Rectangle](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Rectangle-Carmel-Hotels.0-n553248635976469647-0.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)[Golden Rectangle Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Golden-Rectangle.d553248635976469647.Car-Hire-Guide) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6026/682caaf2-addb-4ac9-a4af-aea933be7f9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Golden Rectangle Holidays ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings Photo by Bryce Karr - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to £335 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Packages with flights are ATOL protected ### Your Golden Rectangle Holiday Book your holiday package to Golden Rectangle and get ready to explore its coastal beaches and more. Whether you're searching for relaxation or adventure, you'll find it in this much-loved neighbourhood. Your trip to Golden Rectangle wouldn't be complete without exploring popular attractions nearby such as [Carmel Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Beach-Golden-Rectangle.d6134971.Attraction), [Point Lobos State Natural Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Point-Lobos-State-Natural-Reserve-California.d6089199.Attraction) and [Carmel Mission Basilica](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Mission-Basilica-Carmel-Point.d6089213.Attraction). No matter what your ideal Golden Rectangle holiday looks like, you can turn it into reality with Expedia. ## Where to stay in Golden Rectangle Find the best Golden Rectangle areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. [Learn more about Golden Rectangle](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Golden-Rectangle.dx553248635976469647) ![Houses in Pacific Grove, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/939285337438851072/ca071386-ea22-4633-8a43-cec5e14142ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Carmel If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing. [Find hotels in Downtown Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=939285337438851072) ![Winter beach day in Carmel. #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6026/609238ac-43d9-49a8-9d2e-85157acf7996.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. [Find hotels in Northeast Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248635976474208) ![Art galleries in beautiful downtown Carmel.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6026/e66a0d51-99cb-4cad-9129-7233130f2a00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northwest Carmel 5/5(12 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing. [Find hotels in Northwest Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248635976479192) ![Forest Theater Guild showing art and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327733/91ee24ad-277f-4b5d-a11c-12a4e6070d1b.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. [Find hotels in Southeast Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=553248635976858030) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Carmel Highlands Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach. [Find hotels in Carmel Highlands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=6352921) ## Top hotels in Golden Rectangle ![Normandy Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9830000/9823100/9823083/c77ed246_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Normandy Inn Ocean Ave. Carmel CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews) The first night Carmel was having a heat wave and the room was extremely hot. No AC in the room and only one of the wondows open. I know this is a rare situation but it would have been nice if they had fans in the rooms for days like this. Wouldn't be much of a cost for the Inn and definitely would ... Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=9823083&PinnedHotelID=9823083&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=9823083&PinnedHotelID=9823083&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) ![La Playa Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40900/40864/4ea6b6ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Playa Hotel Camino Real at Eighth Ave. Carmel CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £563 20 Apr - 21 Apr includes taxes & fees 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Everything at La Playa was amazing. The facilities, food, staff and proximity to the beach and Ocean Avenue shopping area. The hotel had a great boutique feel and was very classy. I would stay there again!! Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=40864&PinnedHotelID=40864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) ![Carmel Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90060000/90055500/90055472/957cc773_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carmel Beach Hotel San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave Carmel CA £276 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees 9.4/10 Exceptional! (382 reviews) Incredible room—don’t use any amenities but I will be back! Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=90055472&PinnedHotelID=90055472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) [See all 1,329 properties in Golden Rectangle](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976469647) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/06/08/all-inclusive_holidays_US.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) All Inclusive Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays?rfrr=editorial.All_Inclusive%20Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/10/17/XPC_Beach_Overview_HR_v3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Beach Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/beach-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Beach_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/06/08/Family_holidays_US_3_.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Family Friendly Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/kid-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Family_Friendly%20Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/04/29/frCA_Sejours_golf-Portugal.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Golf Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/golf-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Golf_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/07/15/US_Luxury_VR_Miami.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Luxury Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/luxury-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Luxury_Holidays.click) ![gay friendly holidays](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2023/06/15/LGBTQIA_Holiday_Package.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) LGBTQ+ Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/gay-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.LGBTQ+_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/08/29/romantic.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Romantic Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/romantic-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Romantic_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/10/17/31952_v1_atfraraski22_insta_4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Ski Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/ski-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Ski_Holidays.click) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/08/22/hero-image-pet-friendly_copy.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Pet Friendly Holidays [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/pet-friendly-holidays?rfrr=editorial.Pet_Friendly%20Holidays.click) ![Holiday in Month](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2023/05/10/mesog-34434-card-venice.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=300&h=300&q=mediumHigh) Where to go when [](https://expedia.co.uk/lp/b/where-to-go-when?rfrr=editorial.Where_to%20go%20when.click) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does a Golden Rectangle travel package cost? ### If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Golden Rectangle travel package? ### How do I get a cheap travel package to Golden Rectangle? ### Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Golden Rectangle holidays? > - Pay monthly holidays: Make your holiday dreams a reality sooner with Klarna's convenient monthly instalment plans. If making small repayments each month works for you, choose this option during the checkout process. > - Pay in instalments holidays: With this Book Now, Pay Later option, Klarna allows you to pay for your holiday across multiple transactions. > - Low deposit holidays: If paying a small percentage of your trip (rather than the full total upfront) makes it easier to hit that "book now" button, opt for a low deposit holiday payment plan with Klarna. ### Where should I stay in Golden Rectangle? ### What are the top hotels in Golden Rectangle? ### How far in advance should I book my Golden Rectangle holiday? ### What does an Expedia Golden Rectangle travel package include? ### What should I know before booking a Golden Rectangle travel package? ### Can I choose my airline with a Golden Rectangle Expedia travel package? ### 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) ### Things to do ![Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583863/5b1ebb3c-e5d2-44c8-bdd2-b457f2bd52a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour £56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching-tour.a4583863.activity-details) ![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: Catamaran Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47289277/4d6282e4-9a4c-44bb-8482-5c0538e725a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise £49 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-catamaran-sailing-cruise.a47289277.activity-details) [See all activities in Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?rid=553248635976469647) \* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. 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