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Our top choices for Carmel vacation rentals

Terrace/patio

1. Carmel-by-the-Sea Escape

Carmel-by-the-Sea Escape
Carmel-By-The-Sea
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"The property was clean and comfortable. The location was excellent and the stay was wonderful."
United States
Jay H.
$290 nightly
The price is $317
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel-by-the-Sea Escape
Living area

2. Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!

Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!
Carmel Woods
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Good location, pet friendly property with easy access to downtown Carmel and Monterey! Easy to find and very clean with lots of nice Anne Pirie’s to make a stay easy!"
United States
Geordie H.
$673 nightly
The price is $735
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!
Living area

3. Charming Carmel Cottage Ocean & Mntn View Walk DT

Charming Carmel Cottage Ocean & Mntn View Walk DT
Northwest Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"The place was conveniently located and easy access to all things Carmel. "
United States
Francis D.
$677 nightly
The price is $739
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Charming Carmel Cottage Ocean & Mntn View Walk DT
Room

4. Luxury Carmel 2 bedroom 25 Min walk to Carmel Beach 112

Luxury Carmel 2 bedroom 25 Min walk to Carmel Beach 112
Northeast Carmel
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
"Pleasantly surprised. Great value."
United States
Julie K.
$576 nightly
The price is $639
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Luxury Carmel 2 bedroom 25 Min walk to Carmel Beach 112
Living area

5. 3937 Trailside Retreat - Stunning Remodeled Gem

3937 Trailside Retreat - Stunning Remodeled Gem
Northeast Carmel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Large well appointed kitchen and great beds and bathrooms."
United States
Melodie Y.
$1,161 nightly
The price is $1,268
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
3937 Trailside Retreat - Stunning Remodeled Gem
Exterior

6. 3770 Stone's Throw ~ Walk to the Ocean and Town

3770 Stone's Throw ~ Walk to the Ocean and Town
Northwest Carmel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"Wonderful stay for our family honoring my grandmothers passing. Would stay again & recommend to others!"
United States
Shelby G.
$1,434 nightly
The price is $1,565
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
3770 Stone's Throw ~ Walk to the Ocean and Town
Dining

7. 3954 Lilli Pad - Remodeled, Private Primary Suite

3954 Lilli Pad - Remodeled, Private Primary Suite
Northwest Carmel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Great place for a family to stay."
United States
Scott (Richard) S.
$1,602 nightly
The price is $1,751
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
3954 Lilli Pad - Remodeled, Private Primary Suite
Property grounds

8. Large deck, open floor plan, walk to shopping.

Large deck, open floor plan, walk to shopping.
Southeast Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Great location, close to amenities"
United States
Johanna V.
$1,355 nightly
The price is $1,481
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Large deck, open floor plan, walk to shopping.
Dining

9. Solis & Sea Villa: 4br 4ba w Panoramic Ocean Views and a Bonus Room

Solis & Sea Villa: 4br 4ba w Panoramic Ocean Views and a Bonus Room
Carmel Woods
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We had a great time staying at this wonderful place! "
United States
Snezana A.
$1,928 nightly
The price is $2,091
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Solis & Sea Villa: 4br 4ba w Panoramic Ocean Views and a Bonus Room
Interior

10. Luxury Carmel Suite Walk 25 min walk Carmel Beach 109

Luxury Carmel Suite Walk 25 min walk Carmel Beach 109
Northeast Carmel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"This is an adorable hotel in a nice, quiet neighborhood that is walking distance to Ocean Avenue and Carmel beach! It is conveniently located right off of highway 1. The flowers were beautiful on the property, and it had outside areas for relaxing. I highly recommend this hotel!"
United States
Carol S.
$611 nightly
The price is $685
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Luxury Carmel Suite Walk 25 min walk Carmel Beach 109
Cottage (2 Bedrooms) | Interior

11. Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!

Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!
3.0 star property
Carmel Woods
$658 nightly
The price is $728
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!
Living area

12. The Forest Knook in Pebble Beach

The Forest Knook in Pebble Beach
Del Monte Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Great location, perfect for a golf getaway in Pebble Beach."
United States
Andrew M.
$491 nightly
The price is $502
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
The Forest Knook in Pebble Beach
Beach

13. Monterey Bay Hideaway

Monterey Bay Hideaway
Seaside
$173 nightly
The price is $191
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Bay Hideaway
House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior

14. Seaside Vacation Rental w/ Patio Near Monterey Bay

Seaside Vacation Rental w/ Patio Near Monterey Bay
3.0 star property
Seaside
$517 nightly
The price is $579
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Seaside Vacation Rental w/ Patio Near Monterey Bay
Living area

15. glorious sunsets

glorious sunsets
Seaside
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (10 reviews)
"The house is very clean, comfortable and true to the description. It’s in a quiet neighborhood, very close to Monterey and more affordable."
United States
emilie l.
$359 nightly
The price is $397
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
glorious sunsets
Beach

16. Fountain Avenue - Pacific Grove Apartment - Steps to the Sea

Fountain Avenue - Pacific Grove Apartment - Steps to the Sea
Retreat
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Very short walk to beach and restaurants."
United States
Mike H.
$444 nightly
The price is $491
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Fountain Avenue - Pacific Grove Apartment - Steps to the Sea
Living area

17. Chic comfort just a stroll from the sea!

Chic comfort just a stroll from the sea!
Seaside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Clean, easy check-in and wonderful outdoor space. We had a great stay!"
United States
Kara R.
$372 nightly
The price is $412
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Chic comfort just a stroll from the sea!
Living area

18. Backyard playground & 1 mile to the beach

Backyard playground & 1 mile to the beach
Del Rey Oaks
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We had an absolutely lovely time here. The location is lovely, the price very reasonable and the property was so clean! Me and my family were so pleased and would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Emma M.
$548 nightly
The price is $607
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Backyard playground & 1 mile to the beach
Living area

19. Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas

Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas
Seaside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"We had a very nice stay"
United States
Jeff O.
$437 nightly
The price is $483
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas
Golf

20. Monterey craftsman style home with vaulted exposed-beams ceiling hardwood floor

Monterey craftsman style home with vaulted exposed-beams ceiling hardwood floor
Mescal Corridor NW
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"We had a great time and owner provided all info needed. "
United States
Jennifer S.
$593 nightly
The price is $655
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey craftsman style home with vaulted exposed-beams ceiling hardwood floor
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Top Carmel Hotel Reviews

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and excellent location."
Teresa 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Carmel Bay View Inn

Price trends for vacation rentals in Carmel

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March
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$922
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January
$802
February
$835
March
$724
April
$728
May
$725
June
$757
July
$1,336
August
$1,085
September
$922
October
$897
November
$888
December
$857
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed vacation rentals in Carmel. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

Find out more about Carmel

Everything you need to know about Carmel vacation rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family vacation, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Carmel vacation rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private vacation homes, apartments, condos, resorts, cabins, villas, motels. The list goes on, and on …and on.

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect Carmel vacation rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search.

Carmel vacation rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Carmel. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter low season months. For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit Carmel in high season.

Prices vary throughout the year. Your chosen location, property type, and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. The selection of properties we have chosen for you start as low as $317 per night. Rates vary depending on your travel dates, location, and amenities so make a search and you might find even better deals!

How to find incredible deals on Carmel rentals

At Expedia, we put the best Carmel vacation rentals in one place. All you need to do is take your pick. And as we offer book now, pay later options, as well as free cancellation on some properties, you can plan your trip with total peace of mind. You’ll always find a great deal with Expedia.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Carmel?

Yes, there are vacation rentals in Carmel close to Cherry Center for the Arts, or you can select a more remote option if you want a relaxing stay. Visitors like the array of shops and scenic seaside in Carmel. You can also check out the art scene while you're visiting.

What's the top vacation rental in Carmel?

Sweet, Historic Cottage on Carmel Point: This highly rated vacation home rental in Carmel is located near the beach and has a fireplace, a patio, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the garden in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other homes for rent in Carmel include Romantic Carmel Cottage: Ocean & Country Views and Luxury Carmel Suite Walk 25 min walk Carmel Beach 109.

How many vacation rentals are there in Carmel?

Expedia has 334 vacation rentals for your stay in Carmel.

What’s there to see and do in Carmel?

Enjoy the outdoors at Carmel Beach and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, or simply take in cultural attractions like Carmel Mission Basilica and Sunset Center. You’ll find favorite places to visit like Monterey Bay and Cannery Row in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Carmel like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can stay in for a few weeks or just a few days in Carmel. Vacation rentals offer amenities such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular option for a family trip or a small group gathering.