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Carmel River Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Carmel Beach in Carmel

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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Luxury Tent | Terrace/patio
Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lobby
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

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Map
26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA, 93923
  • Popular LocationCarmel Mission Basilica13 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarmel Plaza4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarmel Beach4 min drive
  • AirportMonterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)9 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette)

Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio (Cottage with Kitchenette)

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Tent | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Tent

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

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

8.9/10 Excellent
  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar Two Beds

10/10 Exceptional
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

Terrace/patio

Traditional Hotel Room, 1 King Bed (main building)

8.6/10 Very Good
  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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$260 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Carmel Mission Inn

About the neighborhood

Carmel

Mission Fields stay.Your stay at this Mission Fields motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Carmel Mission Basilica are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 13 min walk
  • The Barnyard - 14 min walk
  • Monastery Beach - 2 min drive
  • Carmel Plaza - 4 min drive
  • Carmel Beach - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 7 min walk
  • Chopstix - 16 min walk
  • Crossroads BBQ - 6 min walk
  • Mission Ranch Restaurant - 19 min walk
  • Bagel Bakery - 16 min walk

About this property

Carmel River Inn

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

This 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 is 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 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. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Carmel motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony/patio

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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

  • Pet fee: USD 100 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The outdoor pool opens for the season in April.

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

How close is Carmel River Inn to the airport?

Carmel River Inn is 7 mi (9-min drive) away from the Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carmel River Inn?

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carmel River Inn on May 28, 2024 start from $159.0, excluding 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.

Does Carmel River Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Carmel River Inn.

How close is Carmel River Inn to the beach?

This motel is 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from Carmel Beach and 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from Carmel River State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Carmel River Inn offer free breakfast?

Carmel River Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Carmel River Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Carmel River Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Carmel River Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Carmel River Inn have a pool?

Carmel River Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access starts at 9:00 AM.

Does Carmel River Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Carmel River Inn to downtown Carmel?

Carmel River Inn is 1.3 mi away from Carmel.

Carmel River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viktor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute Cabin
The cabin with a wet bar was really nice. We picked a stormy weekend to visit and the roof had something loose that kept waking us up when the wind blew hard. We would return to this inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ke

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to take your pup.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we thought we had reserved wasn't what they gave us. The bathroom shower door was moldy. We left and are disputing our reservation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Lydia

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lori

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ENRIQUE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained, super clean room and nice view to the back yard and river,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024