When searching for affordable accommodations in Carmel-by-the-Sea, a range of budget-friendly hotels are available that offer comfort and convenience without breaking the bank. These properties cater to travelers looking for a tranquil getaway while ensuring you have access to local attractions and beautiful beaches. Whether you prefer cozy inns, charming motels, or budget hotels, you can find a variety of options that suit your needs.
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Carmel Fireplace Inn
The 3-star Carmel Fireplace Inn offers 21 rooms in approximately 7 km from Cannery Row. The venue provides guests with Wi-Fi throughout the accommodation.
The hotel is situated 1 km from Carmel-by-the-Sea city centre and 10 km from Monterey Peninsula airport. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum is 1.9 km from the inn in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Dametra Cafe plus Weston Gallery can be found in the neighbourhood. There is Junipero / 4th bus stop close to Carmel Fireplace Inn, it's about 5 minutes' walk away.
Villa Mara Carmel
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Villa Mara Carmel offers accommodation within 4.5 km from the fenced Lone Cypress Viewpoint. Carmel Bay State Marine Conservation Area is around 350 metres away.
The property is situated 2 km from Carmel-by-the-Sea city centre and 15 km from Monterey Peninsula airport. Attractions within walking distance include Clinton Walker House and Tor House. Villa Mara Carmel is a short ride from Ocean Avenue. Carmelo / Santa Lucia bus station is set 650 metres away.
Hotel Carmel
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Hotel Carmel is set just 0.9 km from Sunset Center. Situated in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the venue gives quick access to Ocean Avenue.
The centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea can be reached within a 5-minute walk. Weston Gallery is just a short drive from the accommodation, while Monterey Peninsula airport is 10 km from it. You can get to Cannery Row in a few minutes by car. Junipero / 4th bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is within 5 minutes' walk of Hotel Carmel.
Candle Light Inn
The cosy venue is located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea within reach of Dametra Cafe and 3.8 km from Rancho Canada Golf Club. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
The hotel is set within 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea, not far from Carmel Plaza. Clinton Walker House is 2.2 km from the property in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Candle Light Inn is a short ride from Carmel Mission Basilica Museum. Junipero / 4th bus stop lies within 200 metres away.
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Carmel River Inn is a 3-star hotel, set just 500 metres from Carmel River. At this property, guests can enjoy lovely views across garden and use a swimming pool available on site.
Crossroads Shopping Center Park & Ride is 0.6 km from the inn and The Barnyard Shopping Center is 1.2 km away. It is located a 25-minute walk from the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Carmel River Inn is a short ride from The Barnyard. Highway 1 / Rio Road bus stop is within a short walking distance of the venue.
Wayside Inn
Set within 4.2 km from Point Lobos Cape, the 3-star Wayside Inn Carmel-by-the-Sea features Wi-Fi throughout the venue as well as parking on site. The accommodation lies in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, only steps from Sunset Center.
The inn is centrally located in vicinity of Dametra Cafe. Huckleberry Hill is 10 minutes by car from this charming hotel. You can get to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve in a few minutes by car. San Carlos / 7th bus station is on the doorstep of property.
Carmel Country Inn
The 3-star Carmel Country Inn is placed just 13 minutes on foot from Sunset Center. Guests will have access to a car park on site for added convenience.
The venue is located off Dametra Cafe, just 10 minutes' walk from the city centre. The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden is quite close to the inn in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Carmel Country Inn is a short ride from Monastery Beach. Junipero / 4th bus stop is within 200 metres.
Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn, located 2.4 km from The Barnyard Shopping Center, features Wi-Fi in the rooms. Carmel Plaza is set 250 metres away.
Situated right in the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the property gives quick access to Dametra Cafe. The venue is 5 minutes' walk from Carmel-by-the-Sea city centre and 15 minutes by car from Monterey Peninsula airport. A prime location of the inn offers proximity to Ocean Avenue. The bus stop Junipero / 4th & 5th is located within a 300-metre distance of the hotel.
Svendsgaard'S Inn
Svendsgaard'S Inn offers charming accommodation in Carmel-by-the-Sea near The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
This inn is located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, near Dametra Cafe and 5 minutes' walk from Carmel Art Association Gallery. The venue is 14 minutes' walking distance from Devendorf Park. Svendsgaard'S Inn is a short ride from Monastery Beach. Junipero / 4th bus stop lies within 200 metres away.
Carmel Resort Inn
Carmel Resort Inn is a 2-star venue about 10 minutes' drive from Carmel Beach. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
The accommodation offers a central location about 10 km from Monterey Peninsula airport and a few minutes' walk from Carmel Art Association Gallery. The Barnyard is 25 minutes on foot from the resort. Carmel Resort Inn is a short ride from the public Pebble Beach Golf Links. The nearest bus stop is Carpenter / 2nd Ave, within only 400 metres away.
Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn
Located within a 5-minute drive of The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden, the 2-star Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn features massage therapy and various recreational opportunities. The property is set in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea in vicinity of Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio and Gallery.
The centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea can be reached within a 5-minute walk. The White Carmel Sandy Beach is at a medium distance from the hotel, while Monterey Peninsula airport is 10 km from it. You can get to Lone Cypress in a few minutes by car. Junipero / 4th & 5th bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is at a 300-metre distance from Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn.
Tally Ho Inn
Placed a just 14 minutes on foot from Devendorf Park, this 3-star Tally Ho Inn Carmel-by-the-Sea includes views of the Pacific Ocean. It offers elegant rooms, Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park on site.
The property is situated 1 km from Carmel-by-the-Sea city centre and 10 km from Monterey Peninsula airport. Carmel Beach Access is 0.6 km from the accommodation, while Ocean Avenue and Dametra Cafe are both nearby. Tally Ho Inn is a short ride from Pebble Beach Golf Links. Carmelo / Ocean Ave bus stop is approximately a 10-minute walk away.
Lobos Lodge
The 3-star Lobos Lodge Carmel-by-the-Sea is 2 km from Carmel River State Beach. Guests will have access to a car park on site for added convenience.
Located off Gallery by the Sea Carmel, the inn is about 5 minutes’ walk from Carmel-by-the-Sea city centre. The venue is a short distance from Carmel Plaza in Carmel-by-the-Sea. You can get to the fenced Lone Cypress Viewpoint in a few minutes by car. Monte Verde / 8th bus stop is around a 5-minute drive from the property.
Hofsas House Hotel
The charming Hofsas House Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea is rated 3 stars and comprises 30 rooms with homely comforts. This venue is just 600 metres from Weston Gallery.
The accommodation is situated in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, only 7 minutes on foot from Carmel Plaza. The hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Carmel-by-the-Sea city centre and 15 minutes by car from Monterey Peninsula airport. Many of attractions in Carmel-by-the-Sea are within walking distance, such as Dametra Cafe and The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden. This charming property is a minute's walk from Junipero / 4th bus stop.
Pine Inn - Carmel
The 3-star Pine Inn - Carmel is located in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea and offers views of the ocean. Monterey Museum of Art is 4.7 km from the inn and Via Paraiso Park is 3.9 km away.
This comfortable venue is placed about 10 km from Monterey Peninsula airport and a few minutes' walk from Carmel Plaza. You can reach the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea in 5 minutes on foot. Pine Inn - Carmel is centrally located close to Dametra Cafe. Carmelo / Ocean Ave bus station is nearly 10 minutes' walk from property.
Horizon Inn & Ocean View Lodge
The 3-star Horizon Inn & Ocean View Lodge Carmel-by-the-Sea is situated 1 km from Sunset Center. Featuring 29 rooms with views of the ocean, this venue is set within a short ride from Monastery Beach.
Located 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the accommodation is close to Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio and Gallery. Lone Cypress is 4.1 km from the hotel, while Junipero / 3rd bus station is 100 metres away. Staying at Horizon Inn & Ocean View Lodge, guests get quick access to Ocean Avenue.
Normandy Inn
Normandy Inn Carmel-by-the-Sea, located just 0.7 km from The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden, offers a swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. The venue is nestled in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea with direct proximity to Carmel Plaza.
Surrounded by gardens, the property is a 15-minute drive from Monterey Peninsula airport. Cannery Row is settled a 15-minute ride from the inn. One of the most important attractions in Carmel-by-the-Sea is Dametra Cafe and it is located near the hotel. There is Carmelo / Ocean Ave bus stop within 900 metres away.
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Mission Inn is located right in the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea and features Wi-Fi throughout the property along with private car parking on site. The venue is 2.1 km from Sunset Cultural Center Theatre, while Carmel River State Beach is 2.9 km away.
Guests will enjoy a great location near a garden. The centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea is about a 25-minute walk away. The Barnyard as well as Vermillion Asian Arts are within easy reach of the inn. Rio Road / Crossroads bus station is situated within 5 minutes' walk of Carmel Mission Inn.
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Featuring a golf course and a garden, Carmel Green Lantern Inn is nestled a 5-minute ride from Clinton Walker House. The centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea can be reached within a 5-minute walk.
The inn is centrally located in vicinity of Carmel Beach. The Monastery Carmel River State Beach in Carmel-by-the-Sea is 5 minutes by car from the venue. Carmel Green Lantern Inn is a short ride from Pebble Beach Golf Links. Monte Verde / 8th bus stop is a 10-minute walk away.
Briarwood Inn
Overlooking the garden, Briarwood Inn is 13 minutes' stroll from Devendorf Park in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Guests will have access to a car park on site for added convenience.
The property is located just off Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio and Gallery, in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. San Carlos Cathedral is 10 minutes by car from the inn in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Briarwood Inn is an ideal starting point for visiting Ocean Avenue. The nearest bus stop is Junipero / 4th, it is only 200 metres away.
The Colonial Terrace Hotel
Situated nearly a 5-minute drive from Carmel River, The Colonial Terrace Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea offers 3-star accommodation with 26 rooms. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
This inn is not far from Clinton Walker House and Carmel Bay State Marine Conservation Area is 0.6 km away. The venue is 15 minutes' walk from Carmel-by-the-Sea city centre and 20 minutes by car from Monterey Peninsula airport. The Colonial Terrace Hotel is a short ride from Lone Cypress. There is Carmelo / 13th Ave bus stop within 500 metres away.
The Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
The Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites, located 7 km from Cannery Row, features Wi-Fi throughout the venue. inn is merely a 15-minute walk from the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea.
This accommodation accommodates guests in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. The hotel is within 10 minutes' drive of the public Pebble Beach Golf Links. The Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites is a short ride from the circa-1771 church "Carmel Mission Basilica Museum". The nearest bus stop is Carpenter / Valley Way only 500 metres away.
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea is located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, near hills. It offers spacious rooms, Wi-Fi throughout the property and parking on site.
You'll be 4.1 km from Lone Cypress and 3.9 km from Via Paraiso Park. Attractions within walking distance include Ocean Avenue and Dametra Cafe. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea is a short ride from the nonprofit public Monterey Bay Aquarium. There is Ocean / Santa Fe bus stop within 600 metres away.
Carmel Beach Hotel
Lone Cypress is 3.8 km from Carmel Beach Hotel, while Sunset Cultural Center Theatre is 850 metres away. Featuring 8 rooms with views of the garden, this venue is set within a short ride from Carmel Mission Basilica Museum.
The accommodation is located within 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Sunset Center lies near the property. Carmelo / 11th Ave bus stop is nearly 300 metres away. Monterey Peninsula airport is 20 minutes' drive away from Carmel Beach Hotel.
Carmel Inn & Suites
Located 2.3 km from Tor House, the 3-star Carmel Inn & Suites features a swimming pool and various recreational opportunities. The venue is situated in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, near Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio and Gallery.
Monterey Bay Aquarium is less than 7 km away. The centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea is a 5-minute walk from the property. The hotel is close to Ocean Avenue. Junipero / 4th bus station is set 200 metres away.
Carmel Garden Inn
Carmel Garden Inn is rated 2 stars and is placed nearly 25 minutes on foot from Carmel Mission Basilica Museum. Guests will have access to a car park on site for added convenience.
Located 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the venue is close to Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio and Gallery. Carmel Plaza is 1 km from the inn, while Monterey Peninsula airport is 10 km from it. Carmel Garden Inn is a short ride from Lone Cypress. The nearest bus stop Junipero / 4th is 200 metres away.