Golden Rectangle

Carmel

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Carmel featuring a small town or village, street scenes and a sunset

Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach showing landscape views and a beach as well as an individual femail

Carmel Beach

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
Carmel Plaza

Carmel Plaza

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.

Carmel Plaza
Sunset Center featuring theater scenes and interior views

Sunset Center

Catch local up-and-coming acts and international superstars in one of America’s most intimate theaters.

Sunset Center

Golden Bough Playhouse

You can enjoy a show at Golden Bough Playhouse during your stay in Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

Golden Bough Playhouse

The Doud Arcade

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Doud Arcade during your trip to Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

The Doud Arcade

The Carmel Business Association

Enjoy an outing to The Carmel Business Association during your stay in Carmel. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

The Carmel Business Association

Things to do

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

P9,115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Private Picnic in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Private Picnic in Carmel-by-the-Sea

P37,310
per traveler
Private Picnic in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

P1,147
per adult
Carmel by the Sea 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
Dog Friendly 17 Mile Drive Electric Bike and Sidecar Guided Tour

Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour

P7,168
per adult
Monterey Bay Famous Dog Friendly Electric Bike and Sidecar Tour
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea

P9,117
per adult
Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Get social!

Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour

P8,544
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Carmel Small Group Walking Food & Cultural Tour
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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 P20,998 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
P20,998
P27,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
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 our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"WONDERFUL in every way! Clean, great location, staff was friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025

La Playa Hotel
Pine Inn
Pine Inn
3.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave At Monte Verde, Carmel, CA
The price is P12,634 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
P12,634
P14,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely hotel!"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025

Pine Inn
Carmel Beach Hotel
Carmel Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave, Carmel, CA
The price is P21,027 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P21,027
P25,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews)
Clean, Comfortable - great stay
"Our stay at The Carmel Beach Resort was absolutely amazing. It’s one block from Carmel Beach, clean and comfortable. Carmel by The Sea is a small quaint town so the property is small but very well maintained. My guess is that because most of the properties were built in the early 90’s with the exception ..."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Carmel Beach Hotel
Normandy Inn
Normandy Inn
2.5 out of 5
Ocean Ave., btwn Monte Verde St. & Casanova St., Carmel, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P12,345 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
P12,345
P13,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Cute hotel, great location. You do need to park on the street."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Normandy Inn
L Auberge Carmel
L Auberge Carmel
4.5 out of 5
Monte Verde at Seventh, Carmel, CA
The price is P20,514 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
P20,514
P25,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (516 reviews)
"Well located hotel in Carmel. Good value. Staff service was not up to past stays."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

L Auberge Carmel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is P12,577 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
P12,577
P14,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,523 reviews)
"Very nice you can eat by the pear and sea the seals the hotel was safe and cozy very good food"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Rectangle

Carmel featuring autumn leaves, a house and a sunset

Downtown Carmel

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

Downtown Carmel
Forest Theater Guild featuring theater scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

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

Southeast Carmel
Carmel Mission which includes a house, a fountain and skyline

Carmel Point

If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Carmel Point
Carmel featuring autumn leaves, a house and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

While visiting Northwest Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Northwest Carmel
Winter beach day in Carmel. #lifeatexpedia

Northeast Carmel

Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Northeast Carmel
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Hatton Fields

While Hatton Fields might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza.

Hatton Fields

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