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 £696 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£696
7 Jul - 8 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
Pine Inn
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde Carmel CA
The price is £198 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£198
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! (1,000 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
Carmel Beach Hotel
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave Carmel CA
The price is £329 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£329
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! (455 reviews)
"They advertise a shuttle but it has very limited hours to get you to and from downtown. Otherwise it was a great stay and great hotel. Perfect location!"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is £227 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£227
7 Jul - 8 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! (3,339 reviews)
"Our last minute trip was very beautiful and memorable. The hotel location is ideal to everything - very convenient."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is £192 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£192
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! (1,788 reviews)
"It's a former motel upgraded with very well done renovations. But it's still a motel. The hallways can feel creepy. They also had a hidden fee for the only available parking on the property which was $30 per night per vehicle which was not previously disclosed."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is £219 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£219
5 Jul - 6 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! (1,669 reviews)
"Great restaurant, coffee shop, clean room, great outdoor amenities and great services-play pen was huge life saver! Friendly and professional staff!"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 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.
