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Carmel River Inn & Cottages

3.0 star property
Travelers gather by the cozy lobby fireplace or wander the peaceful garden at this Monterey Bay retreat with sun loungers and express check-out.

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Carmel River Inn offers a charming getaway near Monterey Bay with a welcoming fireplace and tranquil garden. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a business center. The convenient location and helpful staff consistently earn positive reviews.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building) | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • River view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double Hotel Room, 2 Double Beds (main building) | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • River view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar Two Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Tent

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Deluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Mission Fields, a neighborhood in Carmel, Carmel River Inn & Cottages is in a regional park and near the beach. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carmel Beach and Monterey Bay. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and horse riding. Visit our Carmel travel guide
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26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA, 93923

What's nearby

  • Carmel Mission featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects
    Carmel Mission Basilica
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carmel Beach which includes a beach and landscape views as well as an individual femail
    Carmel Beach
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sunset Center which includes interior views and theater scenes
    Sunset Center
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • GFB72N Carmel Plaza, Carmel-by-the-Sea
    Carmel Plaza
    3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • The Barnyard
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    19 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company at The Crossroads
    10 min walk
  • Pizza Heaven
    4 min drive
  • Post No Bills -Carmel
    15 min walk
  • Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro
    4 min drive

About this property

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Motel near Carmel Beach
A terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby are just a few of the amenities provided at Carmel River Inn & Cottages. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, an off-leash area, and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 56 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1934
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

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
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:30 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 125 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to August
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is 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 & Cottages have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Carmel River Inn & Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 125 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Carmel River Inn & Cottages located?

Located in Mission Fields, this motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Carmel Beach. Carmel Mission Basilica and The Barnyard are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Carmel River Inn & Cottages Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 561 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at the last minute. Friendly staff and great cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding room, quiet, comfortable, and all staff were helpful. I will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

avi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando Alvarez

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very large clean room and everything in it worked as expected. Front desk staff was fabulous when checking in/out; very friendly and polite at all the time. Very clean and quite all around the property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant three day stay. Dog friendly and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean. Very friendly staff. Beautiful cottages. Perfect for families.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottages, clean & comfortable and the staff is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Keyla Rominna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, the views are really nice. I would’ve liked to have housekeeping at least once in my 3 day stay. Other than that I will be definitely coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect stay in the upgraded cabin. Insanely quiet but only 8 minutes to downtown and just a few minutes from lovely shopping centers. Staff was so great. Will always come back when we visit Carmel!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carmel River Inn is so charming! Even though it has been renovated and modernized, it still has some of that quaint mid-century aesthetic, making it a unique and historic place to stay. We stayed in the hotel portion, and loved that we had a private balcony facing the Carmel River- very scenic! The proximity to Highway One has pros and cons. There's a little noise during the day, but it's very quiet at night. The hotel is at a nice crossroads, making it easy to access Big Sur as well as Carmel, Monterey and Carmel Valley. The staff was very friendly and helpful as well. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our glamping tent was perfect. It had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The whole property was really well maintained and adorable. We even had a deer visit our site, along with a ton of quail.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anny June

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adam is great. The cabin is very clean fully stocked and very quite. The rest fo the staff that are auper nice. We called them to light up the fire pit and he was fast! When in Carmel we will definitely stay here. We use to stay in downtown are but this place is a gem!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aliyar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was perfect from start to finish. The hotel was warm, clean, quiet, and very cozy, which made it feel truly comfortable and relaxing. I felt safe the entire time, which is so important when traveling. The location is amazing — it’s close to the shopping mall, restaurants, and the downtown area, making it super convenient to get around without driving far. The staff maintained the property very well, and the overall atmosphere was peaceful and welcoming. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for comfort, cleanliness, and a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy Little Cottage Stay

We loved our stay! Pet friendly and very clean! Close to everything with a short drive. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was above and beyond anything i expected. The grounds are well kept, the cottages are cozy, beautiful and feels like home. The entire property is very peaceful and breathtaking. I will be staying at that property whenever i visit Carmel or Monterey!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely great! The cottage was so cute and clean and comfortable ! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The cottage was so lovely and clean. Perfect for a quiet getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carmel River Inn was a fantastic experience. Great stuff, beautiful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice and the cottage was very clean and well supplied. It was terrific to have a stand alone place, with no upstairs or downstairs neighbors and it was so quiet. Seems like it'd recently been remodeled because everything appeared to be new. Only problem was no hot water, but as soon as we brought it to the attention of the office, it was promptly fixed. We'd happily stay here again and highly recommend to other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandy

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was super nice as the bed was really comfortable but other than that was very ok - just a place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Cottage cozy with fireplace
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025