Rancho Rio Vista, CA
Carmel
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Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Plaza
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.

Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Garrapata State Park
Enjoy a trip to Garrapata State Park and popular activities like golfing in Carmel. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants.
Rancho Rio Vista Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Was nice
Reviewed on 2025/12/12

The Monterey Hotel
Good rooms, clean and just what you need. Excellent location! Walk downtown and or to the Fisherman’s Warf.
Reviewed on 2025/12/12

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 2025/12/9

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
All very good, very clean and very friendly people.
Reviewed on 2025/12/8

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Staff is friendly and very helpful. Perfect place for families, especially with little ones.
Reviewed on 2025/12/9

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Beautiful views, lovely staff. Furniture in our room was dated motel like, view from the balcony made up for it. Bed was good. Kitchenette consisted of Keurig coffeemaker. Housekeeping provided us with wine glasses and few utensils we requested. Bathroom was fine.
Reviewed on 2025/12/8
Other neighborhoods around Rancho Rio Vista

Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Mission Basilica and Sunset Center.

Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Carmel
Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.

High Meadows
While High Meadows isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Del Monte Shopping Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Jack's Peak
While visiting Jack's Peak, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Jacks Peak County Park.
Rancho Rio Vista, CA
- Monterey Bay
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Carmel Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Asilomar State Beach
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Lovers Point
- California State University Monterey Bay
- Del Monte Beach
- Carmel Plaza
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Los Padres National Forest
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Bixby Bridge
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park
