Carmel River Inn & Cottages

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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February 2026

March 2026

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes - Carmel River Inn & Cottages (Carmel)

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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.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Parking included
Free WiFi
Business services
24/7 front desk

Room options

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Tonight

Jan 26 - Jan 27

Tomorrow

Jan 27 - Jan 28

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Yard

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Refrigerator

Dining table

TV

250 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Garden view

Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette)

Very good

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Yard

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Dining table

375 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Garden view

Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

Wonderful

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
River view

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

200 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
River view

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar Two Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Yard

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Dining table

375 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Garden view

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Wonderful

Highlights

Yard

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Refrigerator

Dining table

TV

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Garden view

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Yard

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Dining table

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Garden view

Deluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette

Exceptional

Highlights

Yard

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Garden view

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 horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Carmel travel guide

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26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA, 93923

What's nearby

Carmel Mission Basilica
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Sunset Center
2 min drive - 2.2 km
Carmel Plaza
3 min drive - 3.3 km
Carmel Beach
3 min drive - 2.2 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
Pizza Heaven
4 min drive
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company at The Crossroads
10 min walk
Post No Bills -Carmel
15 min walk
Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro
4 min drive

About this property

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Motel near 17-Mile Drive

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
A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and a nature reserve
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location

Room features

All 56 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and portable fans
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
TVs with cable channels
Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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NT$7,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

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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 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
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 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 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Carmel Mission Basilica and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from 17-Mile Drive. The Barnyard and Sunset Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Carmel River Inn & Cottages Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

2025/12/28

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

avi

2025/12/22

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

2026/1/17

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

2025/11/18

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Cute cottages, clean & comfortable and the staff is great!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

2026/1/18

Liked: Cleanliness

clean room

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Keyla Rominna

2026/1/3

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

2025/12/15

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

Marisa

2025/10/16

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

Very beautiful hotel grounds.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

2026/1/9

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

Anny June

2025/12/13

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

2025/12/1

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

8/10 Good

Joseph

2025/9/16

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

Clean and friendly staff.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

2025/10/25

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

2025/10/15

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

Elizabeth

2025/9/1

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

Kadia

2025/9/1

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

Pam

2025/11/9

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

4/10 Poor

Anita

2026/1/12

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Cleanliness

The location, staff and property were nice. However, there were tons of ants in our room. The first night we felt something crawling in our bed. When we lifted the covers there were dead and love ants. We thought it was an isolated time. But the same thing g happened rhe next night and we ended up sharing 1 of 2 beds. We didn’t sleep well at all. Rhe ants were in the bathroom, bed and and main areas. I informed the front desk at check out. While they were aplogeruc they didn’t offer for any reimbursement or credit. The receptors suggested I. All the manager since rhe were not on site

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Albert

2025/12/4

Liked: Amenities

Lovely property! We thought we might stay only one night so we chose to stay in a room at the main hotel. Nice clean room on the river. Our Issue was at night we could hear the walking around very loudly from room above. As we really wanted to stay one more night, we asked if they could accommodate us in a one room cottage at a discount. Amy did it for us! LOVED IT SO MUCH!! Clean and adorable. The property is lovely as well. we can't wait to return. Highly recommend staying in a cottage over the main hotel. We also had beautiful weather 😁

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

2025/6/29

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

8/10 Good

Betty

2025/12/30

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Overall, it was a very good stay and excellent location. We had three nice cottages for our family trip. The rooms were nice, but had different amenities. When I asked, the gentleman said they were all the same, but that wasn't true (bathtub versus shower; carpeted floor versus no carpet; dishwasher versus not, more spacious for game night versus no extra space, fake fire place for heat.versus a heater that never got the whole room warm; stand alone cottage versus 'duplex' with neighbor), etc. No warning of no daily housekeeping before arrival, and no warning on Expedia's advertising that they charge $125 as an additional cleaning fee if you bring a dog. Bed was too soft for us, but our adult kids thought the beds were great. We would return here because of location and the ability to have cottages for ourselves and our adult children.!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

2025/9/22

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

Perfect Weekend

Stunning location, gorgeous accommodations, and incredible staff. Less than a 10 minute drive to downtown. I stayed in of the cottages and enjoyed the extra privacy. Having morning coffee in the patio was absolutely lovely. Everyone we met from check-in to check out were incredibly hospitable and kind. Would highly recommend this hotel to anyone planning a trip to Carmel!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025