Golden Rectangle Travel Guide
Carmel
Visit Golden Rectangle
Stay near popular Golden Rectangle attractions
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
£56
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
£52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
£48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
£71
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
£59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
£17
per adult
Top hotels in Golden Rectangle
La Playa Hotel
Camino Real at Eighth Ave. Carmel CA
The price is £734 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£734
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,000 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
Pine Inn
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
The price is £213 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£213
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful little place - reminded us of being back in Rome. Will definitely stay again. Would recommend checking that you have extra rolls of toilet paper and knowing to ask the front desk for ice as there is not a mini0fridge for your wines and cheeses, nor an ice machine. And Il Fornaio is not ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Carmel Beach Hotel
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave Carmel CA
The price is £323 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£323
21 Jul - 22 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! (458 reviews)
"Short walk to the beach and nearby shops. Lovely place to stay!"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is £238 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£238
8 Jul - 9 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! (3,360 reviews)
"Wonderful"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is £206 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£206
13 Jul - 14 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! (1,790 reviews)
"They charge for parking daily ($30) as well as a resort fee (+ taxes). The showers had low water pressure and the hot tub jets were broken."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is £224 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£224
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,665 reviews)
"I went alone. All though there were mostly families I felt comfortable there. The massage was excellent, food was great and loved the fire pit and snores. Would definitely go there again to get away"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Golden Rectangle
Find the best Golden Rectangle areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Aimee Bollinger
Open Photo by Aimee Bollinger
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
