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An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.
A spacious dining area with a checkered floor, wooden beams, and modern lighting fixtures.
A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.
A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.

1. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
United States
Jessica
$201 nightly
$228 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
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 Kingdom
Marius
$308 nightly
$346 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Tradewinds Carmel
A traditional building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a brick pathway.
A brick pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A grand entrance with ornate columns, a red patterned carpet, and a large, detailed tapestry on the walls.
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
United States
Asmik
$249 nightly
$284 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Pine Inn
A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.
A residential area with houses, a fenced yard, and a sunset sky.
A window with white shutters, offering a view of a brick roof and trees.

4. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Northwest Carmel
United States
Michael
$171 nightly
$192 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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 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.
A narrow street lined with two-story houses, one with ivy-covered walls and the other with a brick pathway leading to a door.

5. Briarwood Inn

Briarwood Inn
Northwest Carmel
United States
Robert
$182 nightly
$206 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Briarwood Inn
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.
A cozy, well-lit tent-style room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.
A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a sink, a mirror, and a built-in microwave.
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
Lorraine
$263 nightly
$293 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A cozy room with a wooden floor, a white table, and a green door.
A bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, a wooden bed, a nightstand, and a chair.
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
$278 nightly
$314 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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 building with a sign reading 'Brophy's Tavern' and a sidewalk with a tree and hedges.
A bar with wooden chairs, shelves of liquor bottles, and framed historical photos.
A bar area with a bartender serving drinks to customers.

8. Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel
Northwest Carmel
United States
Clara
$398 nightly
$451 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Carmel
A stone building with a fire pit and outdoor seating.
A spacious living area with high ceilings and wooden beams, featuring leather armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a brick pathway, and houses with visible windows and doors.
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
Rebecca
$362 nightly
$413 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 bar area with a sign reading 'Terry's' above a counter displaying bottles and glasses.
A bar area with a counter, a television screen, and a display case with pastries.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and umbrellas.

10. Cypress Inn

Cypress Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Ernesto
$377 nightly
$427 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Cypress Inn
A wooden sign for Candlelight Inn with a 'VACANCY' label.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a round table, a patterned sofa, and a modern light fixture.
A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a chair.
A group of people toasting with wine glasses around a brick fireplace with a fire, surrounded by potted plants.

11. Candle Light Inn

Candle Light Inn
Northwest Carmel
United Kingdom
Jose
$279 nightly
$315 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and a leather bag on the floor.
A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a horse silhouette, and a book titled 'Live Beautifully.'

12. Wayside Inn

Wayside Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Marina
$349 nightly
$393 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Wayside Inn
A stone-walled hot tub with metal railings, surrounded by a stone wall and wooden beams.
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.
A stone-walled outdoor hot tub area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a metal fence.
A wooden-framed entrance with a welcome sign, a framed picture, and a staircase leading inside.

13. Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Nadia
$292 nightly
$329 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
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 room with a round table, two chairs, a vase with flowers, and framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a vanity. There is a chair and a table in the adjacent room.

14. Carriage House Inn

Carriage House Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Alexander
$479 nightly
$539 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Carriage House Inn
A beach with waves, rocks, and a sunset.
A hotel room with a balcony, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a view of trees and hills.
A two-story building with a sign reading "Adobe Inn Carmel" and a "VACANCY" sign below it.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Adobe Inn

Adobe Inn
Golden Rectangle
United States
Kurt
$386 nightly
$434 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Adobe Inn
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a potted orchid.
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".
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a glass coffee table, a decorative screen, and a painting on the wall.

16. Tally Ho Inn

Tally Ho Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
Ronald
$289 nightly
$326 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Tally Ho Inn
A building with a sign that reads "Welcome to the Inn."
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a small round table with two chairs.
A room with a white armchair, a fireplace, and a large mirror on the wall.
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.

17. Monte Verde Inn

Monte Verde Inn
Downtown Carmel
United States
La Raye
$269 nightly
$303 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Monte Verde Inn
A covered porch with a bench, a door, and a window with shutters.
A small, single-story building with a dark blue trim and white siding, a wooden fence, and a small garden area with pink flowers.
A cottage with a wooden fence, a small garden with flowers, and a tree in front.
A hallway with a bed, a TV, a dresser, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

18. Carmel Dolores Cottages

Carmel Dolores Cottages
Downtown Carmel
United States
Kathryn
Carmel Dolores Cottages
A house with a balcony, a hanging flower basket, and a garden with ferns.
A dining area with a fireplace, wooden walls, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed with a tray of breakfast, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a brick exterior, a balcony with hanging flower baskets, and a paved driveway.

19. Carmel Country Inn

Carmel Country Inn
Northwest Carmel
United States
Jade
$379 nightly
$426 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Country Inn
A wooden deck leading to a house with a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A narrow room with a bed, a mirror, and built-in storage units.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a round table and chairs, a sofa, and a decorative rug.

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 green hills, rocky cliffs, and clear blue waters.

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Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

8/10 Good
"Great location. Rooms are clean despite being a bit dated and everything functional. Room was large and spacious"
Michael 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Had a wonderful time! The place was top shelf, everything beautifully landscaped, the aromas from the various plants, could not get enough of. The cottages were amazing. The detail, cleanliness, and hospitality was well worth the drive there from the foothills. Shout out to the office manager Jacob and his staff. They were extremely knowledgeable and assisted us in navigating our way around town, well done! Definitely will be going back, appreciate you!"
Luis 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

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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.

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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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