Title: Golden Rectangle Travel Guide: Best of Golden Rectangle, Carmel Travel 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)[Golden Rectangle Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Rectangle.d553248635976469647.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Golden Rectangle 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 Golden Rectangle 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://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 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) ![Sunset Center featuring interior views and theatre scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26918-Sunset-Theatre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Center Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sunset-Center-Golden-Rectangle.d6251837.Attraction) #### Galante Vineyards You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Galante Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area or enjoy its golf courses. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galante-Vineyards-Golden-Rectangle.d6211915.Attraction) #### The Doud Arcade You can enjoy retail therapy at The Doud Arcade during your visit to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Doud-Arcade-Carmel.d553248621532639477.Attraction) #### Golden Bough Playhouse You can make plans for a show at Golden Bough Playhouse on your trip to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Bough-Playhouse-Golden-Rectangle.d6327738.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583863/7917f176-2dae-4cd8-826e-fd964ce4d77a.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 £53 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) ![Picture 1 for Activity Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758083/6f35c3d7-4fcb-467a-9464-1825ae8a7c3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise £71 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-bay-sunset-catamaran-sailing-cruise.a4758083.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) ![Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49950421/9bf7145e-bdbf-4561-908e-ef73beb86ca6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay £71 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-cruise-in-monterey-bay.a49950421.activity-details) [See all activities in Carmel](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Carmel.d6026.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Golden Rectangle ![Normandy Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9830000/9823100/9823083/w738h351x0y4-d078c99a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Normandy Inn Ocean Ave. Carmel CA £183 25 Dec - 26 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews) Breakfast menu good. Nice selections. Service excellent and very clean Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F12%2F2025&endDate=26%2F12%2F2025&selected=9823083&PinnedHotelID=9823083&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) ![Pine Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364100/1364024/d55fe59f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pine Inn Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £192 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Location Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=1364024&PinnedHotelID=1364024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) ![La Playa Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40900/40864/860b98fc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Playa Hotel Camino Real at Eighth Ave. Carmel CA £303 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Old world elegance with a great view, friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast buffet. Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=40864&PinnedHotelID=40864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) ![Carmel Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90060000/90055500/90055472/3d44a76c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carmel Beach Hotel San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave Carmel CA Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (360 reviews) Great place to stay! Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F01%2F2026&endDate=03%2F01%2F2026&selected=90055472&PinnedHotelID=90055472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F01%2F2026&endDate=03%2F01%2F2026&selected=90055472&PinnedHotelID=90055472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) ![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 £174 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 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! (2,808 reviews) Was nice Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=1024&PinnedHotelID=1024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) ![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 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! (1,460 reviews) Friendly and awesome staff! Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F01%2F2026&endDate=03%2F01%2F2026&selected=12377&PinnedHotelID=12377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F01%2F2026&endDate=03%2F01%2F2026&selected=12377&PinnedHotelID=12377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469647) [See all 1,329 properties in Golden Rectangle](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=20%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025®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. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Downtown-Carmel.dx939285337438851072) ![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) ![Carmel Mission Basilica featuring a house, a fountain and skyline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26875-Carmel-Mission.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) ![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) ### 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) ![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) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Northwest-Carmel.dx553248635976479192) ![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) --- --- - [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) # Golden Rectangle 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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