Carmel Riviera Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Carmel Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carmel Beach during your travels in Carmel? Take in the entertainment choices and sunsets in the area.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Mission Basilica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Carmel Mission Basilica during your travels in Carmel. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its seafood restaurants.
Bixby Bridge
You can find out about the history of Carmel when you stop by Bixby Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Point Sur Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Carmel with a trip to Point Sur Lighthouse. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
Top hotels in Carmel Riviera
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Good location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Our favorite place to stay in Monterey!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Overall disappointing ; I did not enjoy my stay at this hotel. -Terrible Wi-Fi and terrible internet connection that continuously dropped off. - Shower had so much water pressure but w/ only half of a glass shower door like in Europe, water sprayed alot outside the shower creating a mess to clean ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Carmel Bay View Inn
Amazing! great place to stay,
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Parking was easy and right down the street. The coffee was very good!!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
It was a sold out weekend.. I just can’t believe for 2 nights at a Motel 6 cost me $468. That’s insane and to much money. It’s a motel not a hotel
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmel Riviera
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.
Carmel Meadows
Carmel Meadows might not have many top sights, but Carmel Mission Basilica and Monastery Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.
Carmel Point
If you're spending some time in Carmel Point, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
