Golden Rectangle Travel Guide

Carmel

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A beach with waves and a cloudy sky.
A beach at sunset with the sun setting over the ocean and people walking along the shore.
A beach with a large tree, ocean waves, and a cloudy sky.
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Top hotels in Golden Rectangle

La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel

4 out of 5
Camino Real at Eighth Ave. Carmel CA
The price is £700 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£700
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Overall this is a good hotel in Carmel. It seemed a little pricey but they do have a free 1st class breakfast and free happy hour that is nice. The happy hour starts at 2 pm. Our room was a little small for the price but amenities were excellent."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

La Playa Hotel
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
Fully refundable
The price is £199 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£199
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Very good location to shops and places to eat. A 10 minute walk to the beautiful beach. Convenient parking included."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Pine Inn
Carmel Beach Hotel

Carmel Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave Carmel CA
The price is £332 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£332
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (454 reviews)
"We came on a weekend getaway and had a lovely time. Staff was attentive, and rooms were immaculate."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Carmel Beach Hotel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is £232 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£232
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,340 reviews)
"Great family friendly hotel! Walking distance to the wharf. The kids loved the pool and how centrally located it was to everything in Monterey."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is £196 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£196
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,785 reviews)
"The rooms were very roomy and clean. We requested adjoining rooms and they were accommodating."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is £260 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£260
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,667 reviews)
"Awesome place for family great staff."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
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Where to stay in Golden Rectangle

Find the best Golden Rectangle areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Carmel

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

Northeast Carmel

While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Southeast Carmel

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

Northwest Carmel

If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

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.



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