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An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.
A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.
A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.

1. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
United States
zoe
$164 nightly
$186 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, and a balcony with curtains.
A beach with people walking and sitting, surrounded by greenery and hills in the background.
A traditional Japanese-style entrance with sliding doors, stone lion statues, and potted plants.
A staircase leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.

2. Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel
Downtown Carmel
United States
Michael
$295 nightly
$332 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Tradewinds Carmel
A traditional building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a brick pathway.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.
A brick pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the ocean.

3. Pine Inn

Pine Inn
Downtown Carmel
Canada
Rhonda
$197 nightly
$226 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Pine Inn
A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.
A window with white shutters, offering a view of a brick roof and trees.
A dining area with a table and two chairs, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table with a lamp and wine glasses.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a window with curtains.

4. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Northwest Carmel
United States
Alla
$144 nightly
$161 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
A house with a brick pathway leading to a door with a flower arrangement, surrounded by lush greenery and a small garden.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen visible through an archway.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a shower area with a bathtub, and a framed picture on the wall.
A porch with wicker chairs, a red cushion, and a white railing.

5. Briarwood Inn

Briarwood Inn
Northwest Carmel
United States
Angela
$206 nightly
$233 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Briarwood Inn
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.
A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a sink, a mirror, and a built-in microwave.
A garden with a gravel path, a row of empty glass jars, and a house in the background.
A row of wooden cabins with a central garage-style building, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

6. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Mission Fields
United States
Giacomo
$239 nightly
$266 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A cozy room with a wooden floor, a white table, and a green door.
A crowded beach with people walking along the shore and a golf course in the background.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A white building with green trim and a green door labeled "HULLY".

7. Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Kelsey
$240 nightly
$271 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
A covered patio with outdoor furniture, a fireplace, and a view of a house with a tiled roof.
A bar with wooden chairs, shelves of liquor bottles, and framed historical photos.
Two people walking on a beach with a fire pit in the foreground.
A building with a sign reading 'Brophy's Tavern' and a sidewalk with a tree and hedges.

8. Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel
Northwest Carmel
United States
Clara
$353 nightly
$400 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Carmel
A stone building with a fire pit and outdoor seating.
A residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a brick pathway, and houses with visible windows and doors.
A spacious living area with high ceilings and wooden beams, featuring leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, two armchairs, and a large painting above the fireplace.

9. Carmel Beach Hotel

Carmel Beach Hotel
Golden Rectangle
United States
Ann
$291 nightly
$334 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Beach Hotel
A spacious room with a large wooden dining table, two armchairs, a fireplace, and a chandelier.
A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a door leading to an outdoor area.
A bar area with a counter, a television screen, and a display case with pastries.
A bar area with a sign reading 'Terry's' above a counter displaying bottles and glasses.

10. Cypress Inn

Cypress Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Ernesto
$340 nightly
$386 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Cypress Inn
A wooden sign for Candlelight Inn with a 'VACANCY' label.
A group of people toasting with wine glasses around a brick fireplace with a fire, surrounded by potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a chair.
A two-story building with a brick facade, multiple chimneys, and a balcony with flowering plants.

11. Candle Light Inn

Candle Light Inn
Northwest Carmel
United Kingdom
Jose
$279 nightly
$315 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Candle Light Inn
A multi-story building with a brick facade, balconies, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a round wall clock, and a potted plant.
A living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.
A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a handbag, and a hat.

12. Wayside Inn

Wayside Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Mark
$289 nightly
$326 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Wayside Inn
A stone-walled hot tub with metal railings, surrounded by a stone wall and wooden beams.
A wooden-framed entrance with a welcome sign, a framed picture, and a staircase leading inside.
A stone-walled outdoor hot tub area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a metal fence.
A breakfast setup on a round table with a bottle of champagne, a glass of orange juice, and a plate of fresh fruit and pastries.

13. Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Nadia
Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
A bedroom with a fireplace, a large bed, a bench with pillows, a view through the window, and a round mirror on the wall.
A two-story building with a brick facade, a visible window, and a sign indicating a business establishment.
A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a vanity. There is a chair and a table in the adjacent room.
A room with a round table, two chairs, a vase with flowers, and framed pictures on the wall.

14. Carriage House Inn

Carriage House Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Alexander
$370 nightly
$417 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Carriage House Inn
A beach with waves, rocks, and a sunset.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A two-story building with a sign reading "Adobe Inn Carmel" and a "VACANCY" sign below it.
A hotel room with a balcony, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a view of trees and hills.

15. Adobe Inn

Adobe Inn
Golden Rectangle
United States
Kurt
$409 nightly
$460 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Adobe Inn
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a potted orchid.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a balcony with a view.
A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and shelves with jars and baskets.
A storefront with a striped awning and a sign reading "Il Fornaio".

16. Tally Ho Inn

Tally Ho Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Ronald
$289 nightly
$326 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Tally Ho Inn
A building with a sign that reads "Welcome to the Inn."
A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, a television, decorative wall art, a window with a view of trees, and a coffee maker on the dresser.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a small round table with two chairs.
A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a scenic view of trees and the ocean.

17. Monte Verde Inn

Monte Verde Inn
Downtown Carmel
United Kingdom
Christopher
$269 nightly
$303 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Monte Verde Inn
A covered porch with a bench, a door, and a window with shutters.
A hallway with a bed, a TV, a dresser, and a bathroom visible through an archway.
A living room with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a television on a wooden stand.
A living room with a grey sofa, two plaid cushions, a glass coffee table, a television on a wooden stand, and a fireplace.

18. Carmel Dolores Cottages

Carmel Dolores Cottages
Downtown Carmel
United States
Kathryn
$384 nightly
$430 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Dolores Cottages
A house with a balcony, a hanging flower basket, and a garden with ferns.
A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed with a tray of breakfast, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a grey sofa, a round wooden coffee table with a vase of flowers, a grey armchair, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.
A dining area with a fireplace, wooden walls, and a view of the outdoors.

19. Carmel Country Inn

Carmel Country Inn
Northwest Carmel
United States
Jade
$299 nightly
$337 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Country Inn
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A narrow room with a bed, a mirror, and built-in storage units.
A wooden deck leading to a house with a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A wooden door with a keypad lock, a view of a deck, and a small round table with a potted plant.

20. Quaint Carmel - Bungalow Close to Beach

Quaint Carmel - Bungalow Close to Beach
Carmel Woods
United States
Jordan
Quaint Carmel - Bungalow Close to Beach
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Stroll the fairytale cottages and art galleries along Ocean Avenue before finding your way to the pristine white sand beach. Head to Point Lobos early for morning tide pools, or drive the scenic 17-Mile Drive when locals have it mostly to themselves.

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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, trees, and a trail.

Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely little cottage with great surroundings and very helpful staff"
Matthew 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Carmel Beach Hotel

Carmel Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Ideal location for visiting Carmel by the Sea. A short block off the beach. Walk into town for shops and restaurants. Very easy to park. We'd definitely stay here again!"
Ann 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Carmel Beach Hotel

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Carmel

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Carmel, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Carmel, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Carmel for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Carmel near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Carmel 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Carmel?
Travelers recommend Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave. It features a terrace and beach loungers, and is around 0.2 mi east of central Carmel. Wayside Inn is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located roughly 0.2 mi southeast of downtown, it offers premium bedding and hypo-allergenic bedding.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Carmel?
Reserve a room at a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to tidy and comfortable rooms and conveniences such as free WiFi, exercise equipment and tea and coffee makers. These properties may also have an on-site bar and restaurant. Upgrade your Carmel getaway by locking in a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness center, 24-hour room service and upscale bathroom products, you'll experience a higher level of comfort and relaxation.

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