With all the charm of a beach side retreat mixed with the modest, yet heartwarming decor of a country estate, the Carmel Inn & Suites is a great place to escape the big city and unwind. The staff at this small hotel is incredibly accommodating to any requests their guests may have whether it be making reservations at any local restaurant, pointing you in the right direction to the best boutiques or scheduling you and in-room massage for you and your loved one. All suites include a wet-bar and antique furnishings to make this your home away from home.

This small two-story inn offers guests a cozy place to call home while still being within walking distance to all the boutiques, galleries and shops of trendy and quaint Carmel. The hotel offers free high-speed wireless internet, complimentary breakfast, in-room coffee maker and refrigerator and some select suites include a fireplace and wetbar for your enjoyment.

Currently owned by film star Clint Eastwood, Carmel's Mission Ranch has had a long and interesting history, transforming itself from a 160 acre ranch into a dairy farm, then into an officers' club, and finally into a hotel, which it remains to this day! Now spread across 22 acres, this scenic establishment still houses the old farmhouse and barn, a popular restaurant, a fitness center, 6 tennis courts and a lot of Old World charm. The 31 cozy accommodations include the Farmhouse, Bunkhouse, Hay Loft, Main Barn Rooms and more, ranging from moderately priced to expensive depending on the room. Check the website for further details.

L'Auberge Carmel is perfect for a romantic weekend getaway for two. Well-appointed rooms ensure your stay will be cozy. Dining in the on-premises restaurant guarantees that you'll never go hungry with the fine menu and a selection of more than 4500 wines. You'll be dazzled by the personal, intimate setting of this beautiful inn and its individually decorated rooms. Comfort, convenience, and intimacy are the hallmarks of L'Auberge Carmel. L'Auberge also features twice-a-day housekeeping service, private-label toiletries, and guest bathrobes, and other thoughtful services to make your stay the most pleasurable.

This brick-and-wood structure is designed in old-style Carmel architecture and is suitable for a family vacation or any sort of extended stay. Right in the heart of town, you are within walking distance from everything. Suites include Jacuzzis and gorgeous fireplaces, and there are balconies from which to view the downtown area. The rooms feature brick and earth-tone decor in the old Colonial style. The service is excellent, and the place is very affordable.

This two-story inn is shaped like a U and includes a gorgeous European-style garden in the middle of the U. The rooms are decked out in beautiful Swedish-style decor, which makes sense, since the place was built by a Swede about 50 years ago. Rooms include gorgeous white lace curtains and stone fireplaces. Right in the heart of Carmel, you are within walking distance of everything and the inn is a very affordable place with excellent, attentive service.

This simple but elegant inn features colonial-style architecture, country-style decor in the spacious rooms, and some rooms have private balconies. Right in the center of Carmel, this place makes for a very peaceful stay. You can relax in the heated pool, sit out on the balcony, or enjoy the fireplace. The service here is excellent, and you are within walking distance of everything in Carmel, whether it be dining, sightseeing or golf.

This four-star romantic inn is right smack in the middle of Carmel and features rooms designed for special getaways, honeymoons or romantic getaways. Huge bathtubs and Jacuzzis, vaulted ceilings, country decor, whirlpools and down comforters are just some of the spectacular features of this quaint romantic inn. The service here is top-notch and it makes for a truly world-class accommodation.

This lodge has, you guessed it, an ocean view and exclusively features huge one-bedroom, country-style suites with gorgeous wood-burning fireplaces, bay windows and posh furnishings. Some even have Jacuzzi units. It's a wonderful place for a romantic stay while still being near everything in Carmel. Parts of the place were renovated a few years ago. The staff is very attentive, providing you with all the help you might need planning your stay in Carmel.

Imagine spectacular ocean views, marble bathtubs, stone fireplaces and spacious rooms beautifully decorated. You can even have a charming picnic outside on your own private balcony overlooking the mountains and the sea. There are special Jacuzzi units for a honeymoon or any special event. The staff members are all very friendly, and this makes for an affordable place near everything in Carmel.