Candle Light Inn

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel near Carmel Beach

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Front of property
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Courtyard view
Exterior
Reception
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
San Carlos Street, Between 4th and 5th Ave., Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Popular LocationCarmel Plaza4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarmel Beach13 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarmel Mission Basilica3 min drive
  • AirportMonterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)8 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Carmel

Candle Light Inn puts you in the heart of Carmel, within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, multilingual staff and a fireplace in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Northwest Carmel hotel include Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 4 min walk
  • Carmel Beach - 13 min walk
  • 17-Mile Drive - 18 min walk
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Carmel Bakery - 5 min walk
  • Il Fornaio - 6 min walk
  • Vesuvio - 4 min walk
  • Dametra Cafe - 5 min walk
  • Stationæry - 3 min walk

About this property

Candle Light Inn

Comfortable hotel near Carmel Beach
As a guest of Candle Light Inn, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Candle Light Inn also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Carmel hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Candle Light Inn offers 20 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 5 metres
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Candle Inn
Candle Light Carmel
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Candle Light Hotel Carmel
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Candle Light Inn?

Yep, Candle Light Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Candle Light Inn?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candle Light Inn on 27 May 2024 start from AU$457.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Candle Light Inn?

Yep, Candle Light Inn is a short 13-minute walk from Carmel Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and parasailing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Candle Light Inn?

No, Candle Light Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Candle Light Inn?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Candle Light Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Candle Light Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BARRY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great check in. the room exceeded our expectations. the jacuzzi tub and fireplace were nice surprises!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is amazing, will definitely be staying here in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

charlotte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Brandy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed and pillows are the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An Excellent Place to Stay in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Our room at the Candlelight Inn was comfortable and spacious. The location was close to everyplace we wanted to visit in Carmel. The quality of the property and the convenient location make this a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Siying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room design is unique.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet, clean, great service
From check in to check out, amazing service. Wil definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

mohankumar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and property is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023