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Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near 17-Mile Drive

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Balcony
Balcony
Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast
Carmel Bay View Inn, near Carmel Beach, offers a peaceful coastal escape. Guests enjoy free continental breakfast, dry cleaning services, and WiFi throughout. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or stay productive at the 24-hour business center.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(236 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA, 93921

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sunset Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company
  • ‪Edwins Kaona - ‬3 min walk
  • La Bicyclette
  • ‪Stationæry - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Carmel Bay View Inn

Hotel near Carmel Beach
Carmel Bay View Inn provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a 24-hour business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the convenient parking, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 59 rooms boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from March 01 to October 31

Property is also known as

Carmel Bay View Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn Hotel
Carmel Bay View
Carmel Bay View Inn Carmel
Carmel Bay View Inn Hotel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

Does Carmel Bay View Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Carmel Bay View Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Carmel Bay View Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carmel Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Carmel Bay View Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Carmel Bay View Inn located?

Located in Downtown Carmel, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach. 17-Mile Drive is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

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Carmel Bay View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 892 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1275 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the Carmel Bay View Inn was indeed a pleasure. Great accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Amenities
Location and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joumana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place. Small but amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Great staff, clean room, comfy beds and close to Ocean Ave.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurencine Or Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location was great. It was clean, the staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was heated and the breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly! Comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay here! The town is so charming and our place was so clean and well priced! I was actually surprised we were able to find an affordable place after seeing how nice the town of Carmel-by-the-Sea is!! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in downtown Carmel! Very clean with a comfortable bed and a nice, simple breakfast. Staff was friendly and attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

COSEMA

Great location, friendly staff. Nice size well appointed rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay - excellent room, good size and had all we needed. The view of the fog was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay with awesome ocean access and views, nearby walking path along the ocean, food close by. Great staff, room, parking. Hassle-free. will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location, good breakfast. Room was very nice, updated bathroom and a fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff, close to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Polina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Great location, clean and the staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property but very well maintained and clean. Very convenient location and for the area, a great deal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. Comfortable beds, clean rooms with beautiful views of the ocean, beautiful grounds very well taken care of, and we loved the closeness and convenience of its location to everything. We will definitely be back again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice! I would stay there again…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place was excellent and I will hopefully be returning soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!! Walking distance to many restaurants and town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025