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Carmel River Inn

3.0 star property
Motel within easy reach of Carmel Beach

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette) | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, paper towels
Luxury Tent | Terrace/patio
Located near Monterey Bay, Carmel River Inn offers a charming retreat with a fireplace in the lobby and serene garden. Take advantage of free in-room WiFi, unwind at the seasonal outdoor pool, or get some work done at the business center. Previous guests have praised the location and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Near the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $189
includes taxes & fees
$169 per night
Feb 17 - Feb 18

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Tent | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Traditional Double Hotel Room, 2 Double Beds (main building)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar Two Beds

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA, 93923

What's nearby

  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 13 min walk
  • Monastery Beach - 2 min drive
  • Carmel Plaza - 4 min drive
  • Sunset Center - 4 min drive
  • Carmel Beach - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 9 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 30 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 37 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 19 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bagel Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mission Ranch Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant & Patisserie - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Carmel River Inn

At Carmel River Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Carmel Beach. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving are nearby. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 56 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Guests will receive lockbox information
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls and off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1934
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per pet, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to August

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Carmel River
Carmel River Inn
River Inn Carmel
Carmel River Hotel Carmel
Carmel River Inn Motel
Carmel River Inn Carmel
Carmel River Inn Motel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

Does Carmel River Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Carmel River Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Carmel River Inn?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Carmel River Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 125 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at Carmel River Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Carmel River Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Carmel River Inn and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and a garden.

Does Carmel River Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Carmel River Inn like?

Carmel River Inn is a short 13-minute walk from Carmel Mission Basilica and 9 minutes' walk from Palo Corona Regional Park. Travelers love the motel's prime location.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

ERIK, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rich, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay!
Fantastic stay with our dog! Great location and great service. Will definitely stay here again.
Shawn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Spacious room, clean, quiet, safe, views of the river from the balcony, kind staff.
Kyle, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay with dogs
Loved our stay at Carmel River Inn. The staff was so kind and accommodating. They were very considerate of our dogs and have lots of small touches for dog owners. The room was comfortable and quite spacious. We were in the older cottage, no not one of the newly remodeled King ones, but it was still pleasant and we really enjoyed the stay.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Dog Friendly Weekend!
We loved our stay at Carmel River Inn! The little studio cottage was perfect for my husband and me to take our 2 dogs along with us. There was even a cute little fenced in patio to sit outside. The staff were friendly at check in and helped me with recommendations for the Carmel area. The room did seem a little dated, but overall it was a great stay! We loved the beautiful property and the little walking trail they had. We would definitely return for future trips.
Cute little studio cottage
Studio cottage interior
Cute property
Natalie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Juan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

annette, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

kritsana, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

All of the cottages were attractive from the outside. The entrance to the property was right off the main highway, yet wasn't noisy. The cookware was in pristine condition. The bed was comfortable and many layers of covers of various thickness were provided, so you could get your temperature just right. I would have appreciated if I could have turned off the outside light on the cottage. I don't like coming in the window at night when I'm trying to sleep. There was a blind, but no curtain to block the light.
John, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Chad, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in. Friendly staff. Great outdoor areas with firepit and cute garden walking path.
Stephanie, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great place to stay and enjoyed a weekend at Carmel.
Norma, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The grounds are beautiful. The accommodations are very nice with the exception of the beds ROCK HARD and uncomfortable. The tent glamping has a curfew of 9pm and the walls are transparent. The staff is not aware of privacy issues and should place guests one room apart in order to mitigate the sound pollution from one room to the other.
Michael, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful cabins,wonderful atmosphere with awesome trees. Friendly staff and will go back.
Sandi, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great experience! Tiny Home/Glamping Village
My family and I had a great experience staying here. We loved our 2 queen bed cottage/cabin. The cabin was clean & i think newly built. So glad we chose to stay here. The kids enjoyed having breakfast on the patio. We hope to come back soon!
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

A Place We Like
There was a loud party outside our cottage that was sometimes in the road. It is usually quiet there.
Wendy, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Charming old fashion hotel. Friendly staff, very clean room, no AC, shower stall very small, shower head pipe moves a lot, beds are small and balconies are all connected where someone from another room can walk through the partition that only partially blocks each room
Christopher, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rachel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great for pets and good location
Nice sized king room for two people and 2 bigger dogs. Really great price for the location—walkable to downtown Carmel if you’ve got the time and don’t mind hilly, sidewalk-less streets. Sound carries easily throughout the building, and the balconies are not fully closed off from the rooms beside you. Those were the only two things that I found negative, but wouldn’t deter me from staying again.
Emma, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute property, simple but clean and well maintained. Quiet, close to everything Carmel/Monterey.
Susan, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christina Casutt, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Pastoral, beautiful property, comfortable room.
Vincent, 3-night family trip
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