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Carmel-by-the-Sea Innkeepers are committed to your safety and invite you to stay longer with special rates and packages. From the moment you arrive, everything is within walking distance from your charming hotel or inn.
Search Hotels & InnsDiscover Carmel’s Whimsical
Village-by-the-Sea
One of the most popular things to do in Carmel-by-the-Sea is explore and wander around the hidden nooks and crannies of this European-style village.
At just one square mile, Carmel is one of the most easily explored and friendly coastal California towns. Let your feet take you on an unforgettable journey through this magical village and discover delightful surprises at every turn.
Amazing Outdoor Dining Comes Alive in Carmel
First-class restaurants. Acclaimed executive chefs. Award-winning wines. All this adds up to one of the west coast’s top destinations for lovers of fine food and wine. In fact, you can choose from nearly 50 locally owned-and-operated restaurants all with a passion for crafting incredible meals that make use of the bounty of fresh produce and seafood in the Monterey Bay area.
Pack Your AppetiteCarmel Gets Uncorked with Outside Wine Tasting
Monterey County’s finest winemakers offer their vintages at 20 inviting tasting rooms with expanded outdoor options. Stroll your way through this wine lovers’ paradise, while you shop, dine and explore the many hidden secrets of Carmel.
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World-Famous Carmel Beach Awaits You
Iconic Carmel-by-the-Sea is known for its many hidden gems, but perhaps none more so than its splendid, white-sand beach. Whether remaining above on the path along the picturesque, Cypress tree-lined Scenic Road, or feeling the sand beneath your feet, Carmel Beach remains awe-inspiring to visitors who are seeing it for the first time, or locals making their daily pilgrimage.
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Treat Yourself to a Retail Therapy Getaway in Carmel
It's no surprise that Carmel-by-the-Sea is rated one of the top shopping destinations in the U.S. with a bevy of boutiques around every corner. From outdoor plazas to one-of-a-kind finds, Carmel offers a shopping environment that requires infinite time to explore it.
Discover BoutiquesKnown as an Artist Colony Since Carmel’s Inception
Art is everywhere you look in Carmel-by-the-Sea. From the many artist-owned galleries lining its charming streets to the village’s buildings themselves, the Bohemian artists who flocked to this small coastal town decades ago left their creative stamp—and continue to make it an artsy town today. Follow in their footsteps and discover why Carmel is considered California’s premier art destination.
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Let your Love Soar in Carmel
Set your sights for romance in this European-style beach town and leave the world behind. Rated the "#3 Best City for Romance in the World" by Travel+Leisure, Carmel-by-the-Sea offers world-class dining, walkable wine tasting, stunning sunsets, and awe-inspiring natural beauty to set the mood. There's no more heavenly place to anchor your stay than in a charming hotel on inn, combining upscale service and amenities like chilled champagne and chocolates upon arrival.
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Scenic Runs, Hikes & Walks in & Around Carmel
Stay in world-renowned Carmel-by-the-Sea and explore one of the most beautiful places on Earth with our unique Locals Guide to Scenic Runs, Hikes & Walks—only available at Carmel-by-the-Sea hotels and inns. Come enjoy an ideal year-round climate for the ultimate Runcation-by-the-Sea.
Get OutdoorsDiscover Mindfulness in Carmel
For many of us, our minds are constantly on overdrive. The natural beauty in Carmel, combined with mindfulness practices, can help tame our minds and let us get in touch with our experience in the present moment. To help get you started, ask for our Beginner's Guide to Mindful-by-the-Sea —only available at Carmel-by-the-Sea hotels and inns.
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