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Carmel Green Lantern Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful haven at this Carmel retreat where staff welcome guests warmly, bikes await for fresh-air adventures, and morning coffee fuels exploration

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Family Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated - Carmel Green Lantern Inn (Carmel)
Carmel Green Lantern Inn offers a tranquil escape near Monterey Bay Aquarium. Relax in the garden, enjoy in-room WiFi, and borrow bikes to explore nearby attractions like Carmel Beach. The helpful staff enhances the experience at this charming coastal getaway.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Queen | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Executive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 44 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Carmel HideAway | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Carmel HideAway

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Carmel HideAway Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Carmel HideAway Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Executive Suite Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Carmel, a neighborhood in Carmel, Carmel Green Lantern Inn is near the airport and near the beach. Carmel Mission Basilica and Cannery Row are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carmel Beach and Carmel River State Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking. Visit our Carmel travel guide
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Casanova & 7th Avenue, Carmel, CA, 93921

What's nearby

  • Carmel Beach
    Carmel Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunset Center
    Sunset Center
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • GFB72N Carmel Plaza, Carmel-by-the-Sea
    Carmel Plaza
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 17-Mile Drive
    17-Mile Drive
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carmel Mission Basilica
    Carmel Mission Basilica
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    21 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
    116 min drive

Restaurants

  • Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company
    4 min walk
  • Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company
    3 min walk
  • Pizza Heaven
    6 min walk
  • La Bicyclette
    3 min walk
  • Il Fornaio
    3 min walk

About this property

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Guesthouse near Carmel Beach
Located close to Carmel Mission Basilica and Carmel River State Beach, Carmel Green Lantern Inn provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A nature reserve, outdoor furniture, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per stay

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
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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Carmel Green Lantern Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Carmel Green Lantern Inn allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Carmel Green Lantern Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Carmel Green Lantern Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Carmel Green Lantern Inn located?

Located in Downtown Carmel, this beach guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carmel Beach, Carmel Mission Basilica, and Carmel River State Beach. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Cannery Row are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Carmel Green Lantern Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 697 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 697 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 697 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 697 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 697 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, clean, excellent location. Wish they had free breakfast and more parking but those weren’t dealbreakers for us
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was beautiful. Clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Pets were welcome and the are is beautiful for dining and shop
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff and room were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Toni K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service is impeccable. Our hostess took us to our cottage and was so pleasant and nice. This property is so close to main shopping district a the ocean. It is quiet. I wish they would serve pastries in the am.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was decent clean enough safe Thin walls heard my neighbors talking and music playing which woke me up overall cool
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dannys Jammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this place, it was quite and relaxing. It's in the middle of everything and just 5 minutes from the beach. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Room was spacious and clean they also welcomed pets. Overall i fell in love with this place and definitely coming back 💕 Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! We had a great view of the ocean and sunsets. Our room felt cozy and we slept great! The Green Lantern Inn is perfectly located near downtown with everything within walking distance. As for parking, we had no issues. We always found a spot right in front of the Inn. The staff was very warm and inviting and had great recommendations for food and activities. We cant wait to come back for another stay. Jason and Yara
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, cute room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very cute cottage, walkable to most things
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tim was clean and well kept. Friendly staff and great location. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Raye Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really cute and the location is excellent! It is within walking distance of Ocean Avenue where there’s lots of shopping and a variety of restaurants. Be aware it is an old inn so it does not have air conditioning and the wall heater in the bedroom will not heat the bathroom. Other than that, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The only thing is i reserved the Hideaway room and i didn't get that room when i got there. The room was nice that we received and had a nice view. First time staying here i would still recommend staying here. Parking can be a challenge though.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff, great location, very clean rooms and nice common area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great distance from everything. Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Super friendly staff. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

WALTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay Safe Clean and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Surendar

Location. Friendly staff. Coffee was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tatijana

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful friendly staff! Clean rooms and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. Close to everything, nice, quiet little room, excellent service and great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Quiet oasis, very stylish. Not like a hotel - little scattered cottages. Note heater is small and cooling is ceiling fans. If very cold or very hot, not sure if it’s enough for perfect comfort. Very nice bed. Photos didn’t show a microwave but there was one, as well as fridge, in the room. Excellent spot for a rest. Carmel much more peaceful than Monterey.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026