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Carmel River Inn & Cottages

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Carmel Beach

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Luxury Tent | Terrace/patio
Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA, 93923
  • Place, Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • 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
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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
Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tent

Luxury Tent

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette) | Private kitchen

Deluxe Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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At Carmel River Inn & Cottages you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Carmel Mission Basilica and The Barnyard. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and furnished balconies. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Mission Fields motel include Monterey Bay and Carmel Beach.
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What's nearby

  • The Barnyard - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sunset Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Carmel Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 19 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Motel with free parking, near Carmel Beach
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Carmel River Inn & Cottages. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Carmel motel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1934
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Carmel River Inn & Cottages offers 56 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Carmel motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • 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 centre

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1934
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Carmel River Inn & Cottages offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Yep, Carmel River Inn & Cottages has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

The closest beach to Carmel River Inn & Cottages is Carmel Beach (2.6 km).

Does Carmel River Inn & Cottages have a pool?

Carmel River Inn & Cottages has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to August).

What makes Carmel River Inn & Cottages a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Carmel River Inn & Cottages.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

No, Carmel River Inn & Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Carmel River Inn & Cottages, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer.

Carmel River Inn & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 527 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Loved the relaxed vibes and private cottages!

We traveled with our dog and we loved how each cottage can enjoy your own privacy and the property has plenty of beautiful outdoor space and grounds to walk around our dog. The decor was also nice and the bathroom was updated. The location is very accessible to restaurants and grocery just across the way (though not walkable, it’s an easy less than 5 minute drive.) We got to enjoy the town and the beach all within less than 10 minutes drive from the inn.
We booked the King Bed Cottage with Wet Bar
Confortable King Size Bed
Thoughtful detail for our pup
Nice back patio
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phu

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cherise

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming Cottages. Very convenient and close to Carmel Beach yet a bit removed. It was just as advertised, pleasantly. A couple cottages joined around the fire pit and roasted marshmallows, very enjoyable evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the easy check-in, it was pet ftiendly, your own perdonal space at the cottage and beautiful and relaxing surroundings full of quiet. Definitely going back. Location was convenient to shops, restaurants, and gas stations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dyan L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Miguel's Gardens. Location. Staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn, Torrance

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place. Didn't start in the cottages. Stayed in the main hotel. Didn't get in the pool. Had a nice firepit in the center of the cottages. Cute little river view from our balcony. No air conditioning so we had to leave the doors open until we went to sleep. Didn't get during the night so that was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

grace

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Average

Our stay was convenient to Carmel but we were quite disappointed with the room. It was definitely not as spacious as online photos indicated. It was a motel room with a very pokey badly lit bathroom and sink area. Decor was old looking. We needed a couple of maintenance things done as well. Staff were friendly and helpful which was a positive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

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

4/10 Poor

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry B F

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in the cabins
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandy

Travelled with partner
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

Adriana

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Check your CC bill after your stay

Have stayed here plenty of times over the years, but the most recent visit showed this place is slipping. Stayed in the upgraded studio cottage, and the hardwood floors weren't even wiped down before our stay and were quite dirty. Amenities in the bathroom were locked to the walls and some were even empty, like the lotion. They charge a steep one-time $125 pet fee per dog, but they used to give you a little doggy care package and some towels to lay down on the bed or use at the beach, but they don't even do that anymore. Be sure to double-check your credit card bill. I was charged twice for the full stay. I even confirmed this with "Miriam" so it wouldn't happen before they took my credit card for the pet fee, and due to incompetence on their end, it still happened. It's also not the first time I've been overcharged after checkout. They also barely even offered an apology for the major inconvenience to correct their mistake. Fortunately, good company and the rest of Carmel was great. I'll be looking at other hotels in the area for future visits and wouldn't recommend this place from now on to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

LeeAnn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The bed was very comfy. The room had a funky smell We put the sign on the outside of the door to have our room tidied up and we can back after being gone most the day and the room was not made up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was perfect. Got a cottage and it was very clean and up to date. I got the romance package and they did perfectly with it. I will most definitely stay again and recommend it to others
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice and peaceful and decently priced. My fiancee and I relaxed and drank wine in the back porch next to the creek.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

casey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the quiet atmosphere and the cute cottage decor.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lok

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025