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Our top choices for Carmel vacation rentals

A patio with wicker furniture, a red umbrella, and potted plants.

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.
$289 nightly
The price is $316
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel-by-the-Sea Escape
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

2. 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.
$714 nightly
The price is $780
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Charming Carmel Cottage Ocean & Mntn View Walk DT
A spacious living area with a large window offering a view of the outdoors. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

3. 3904 Out of the Blue - Modern Home in Carmel

3904 Out of the Blue - Modern Home in Carmel
Northeast Carmel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Amazing view. Great location. Super clean and just the right size for us."
United States
Michael H.
$916 nightly
The price is $1,000
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
3904 Out of the Blue - Modern Home in Carmel
A room with a wooden floor, a wooden table with two blue chairs, a potted plant, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

4. 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 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Luxury Carmel Suite Walk 25 min walk Carmel Beach 109
A wooden deck with wicker furniture and potted plants, large windows, and a pergola with string lights.

5. 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!
A tray with a bottle of wine, a cheese wheel, a box of crackers, a framed welcome sign, and a fruit platter.

6. 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.
$1,524 nightly
The price is $1,673
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
3954 Lilli Pad - Remodeled, Private Primary Suite
A spacious kitchen with a large island, modern pendant lighting, and a fireplace.

7. 3888 Seas the Day - Modern, Stylish, Lush Gardens

3888 Seas the Day - Modern, Stylish, Lush Gardens
Hatton Fields
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Great property. Beautifully landscaped. Quite spacious and well appointed. Everything was nicely decorated and comfortable."
United States
Natalie H.
$1,242 nightly
The price is $1,363
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
3888 Seas the Day - Modern, Stylish, Lush Gardens
A house with a stone facade, a red-tiled roof, and a small balcony with a black railing.

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, (53 reviews)
"Great location, close to amenities"
United States
Johanna V.
$1,352 nightly
The price is $1,478
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Large deck, open floor plan, walk to shopping.
An open dining area with a view of a sunset over a landscape.

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, (11 reviews)
"We had a great time staying at this wonderful place! "
United States
Snezana A.
$1,928 nightly
The price is $2,091
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Solis & Sea Villa: 4br 4ba w Panoramic Ocean Views and a Bonus Room
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

10. 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.
$667 nightly
The price is $729
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Vacation Rental Home ~ 1 Mi to Carmel Beach!
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a wardrobe with a mirror.

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

Luxury Carmel 2 bedroom 25 Min walk to Carmel Beach 112
Northeast Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 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
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, and large windows with curtains.

12. 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 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Seaside Vacation Rental w/ Patio Near Monterey Bay
A spacious kitchen with a wooden table and white chairs, a built-in sofa, and a TV.

13. Family Playground by the Bay

Family Playground by the Bay
Del Rey Oaks
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Host was super helpful and place was perfect! Will definitely stay again!"
United States
Brian O.
$649 nightly
The price is $721
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Family Playground by the Bay
A coastal landscape with a waterfall, beach, and ocean.

14. Monterey Bay Hideaway

Monterey Bay Hideaway
Seaside
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$140 nightly
The price is $155
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Bay Hideaway
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

15. 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.
$655 nightly
The price is $726
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Backyard playground & 1 mile to the beach
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a calm sea.

16. you will love this Craftsman style home

you will love this Craftsman style home
Mescal Corridor NW
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great place in Seaside to enjoy all that Monterey has to offer. Cozy place with 5 bedrooms, so comfortable for your group. "
United States
Mark G.
$589 nightly
The price is $651
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
you will love this Craftsman style home
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a stainless steel range hood, and a wine rack.

17. Premier Monterey Bay Getaway, just minutes to Carmel.

Premier Monterey Bay Getaway, just minutes to Carmel.
Seaside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Great house for a family vacation and location was ideal."
United States
Nicole S.
$538 nightly
The price is $595
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Premier Monterey Bay Getaway, just minutes to Carmel.
A beach with clear water, a rocky outcrop, and a few trees.

18. 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, (99 reviews)
"Very short walk to beach and restaurants."
United States
Mike H.
$447 nightly
The price is $494
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Fountain Avenue - Pacific Grove Apartment - Steps to the Sea
A beach with clear waters, umbrellas, and people.

19. 3917 Casa Blanca - Bonus Room, Steps to the Bay

3917 Casa Blanca - Bonus Room, Steps to the Bay
Retreat
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"We loved the location and the property had plenty of space for us and our dog. Lots of amenities. Will definitely stay again if we are in the area! "
United States
Marcelle C.
$1,072 nightly
The price is $1,185
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
3917 Casa Blanca - Bonus Room, Steps to the Bay
A golf course with a view of the ocean and waves crashing onto the shore.

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.
$702 nightly
The price is $776
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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

8/10 Good
"Front desk very Kurt when answering questions. Parking for 302 required reversing out of a narrow area. Breakfast was ok."
Bobbie 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Carmel Bay View Inn

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$888
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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 $316 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?

Romantic Carmel Cottage: Ocean & Country Views: This highly rated vacation home rental in Carmel is located in the mountains and has a garden, a selection of books, and free WiFi to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a microwave, and kitchenware. Another good choice for your trip to Carmel is 3770 Stone's Throw ~ Walk to the Ocean and Town.

How many vacation rentals are there in Carmel?

Expedia has 335 vacation rentals for your stay in Carmel.

What’s there to see and do in Carmel?

Enjoy the outdoors at Carmel Beach and Carmel River State Beach, or simply take in cultural attractions like Carmel Mission Basilica and Sunset Center. You’ll find favorite places to visit like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay 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.