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Carmel Wayfarer Inn

3.0 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of 17-Mile Drive

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Property grounds
King Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Terrace/patio
King Bedroom: Full Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
2 Bedroom Executive Suite: Double Queen | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board
Nestled near Monterey Bay, Carmel Wayfarer Inn offers a tranquil retreat with rejuvenated rooms and amenities like a firepit and garden. Connect to WiFi, take advantage of self parking, and enjoy motorized watercraft on site. Guests rave about the helpful staff and prime location.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$168 nightly
The total price is $189
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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2 Bedroom Family Suite with Fireplace: 1 King, 2 Twins | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Family Suite with Fireplace: 1 King, 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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King Bedroom: Full Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

King Bedroom: Full Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 400 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Executive Suite: Double Queen | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Executive Suite: Double Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
  • 400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for King Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View

King Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

King Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 215 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Queen Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View

Double Queen Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Queen Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 250 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel, CA, 93921

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sunset Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carmel Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 8 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 36 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 36 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Edwins Kaona - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stationæry - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Also, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel Beach are within a short drive. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Wednesday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and Thursday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1969
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 7 stairs to reach property
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 25-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Wayfarer Carmel
Wayfarer Inn
Wayfarer Inn Carmel
Carmel Wayfarer Hotel Carmel
Carmel Wayfarer Inn Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Carmel Wayfarer Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Carmel Wayfarer Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Carmel Wayfarer Inn and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Carmel Wayfarer Inn also has a garden.

What's the area around Carmel Wayfarer Inn like?

Carmel Wayfarer Inn is in Northwest Carmel, a short 18-minute walk from 17-Mile Drive and 13 minutes' walk from Carmel Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Carmel Wayfarer Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Bed
Coffee
Restaurant
Fireplace
Beach
Parking
Breakfast

What guests liked

  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, making it a convenient and lovely location for beachgoers. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

This was a clean quiet little hotel in Carmel. Good location.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect four a family of four

We stayed in room No. 1 and it was perfect for our family of four. The room was clean and the check in worked perfect.
Mika, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and convenient

Not the fanciest place but clean, convenient and great location
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dog-friendly charm

Charming establishment for me, my husband and our two small dogs. Spacious and close to all the best places in Carmel.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Spot - Thanks Om!

Good, well priced place to stay in Carmel! Fairly basic but nice! Amazing location and Om was the best and you can tell he loves what he does :)
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quiet and walkable

Would stay here again. We were in an annex on the back of the hotel. Up some stairs. The room was huge. Bathroom however needs more hooks. It's so tiny. Easy walk to all the stores. We even saw a sliver of ocean from our window.
Brigitte, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Alex, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, great staff, good location
Anna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, location is perfect.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to shops & restaurants. Friendly hotel
Leslie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, great location
Ivan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a cute little place to stay, centrally located, and phenomenal customer service. The parking was limited when we arrived on a Saturday evening. Aside from that, we enjoyed our stay.
Angelic, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a comfortable room in a quiet neighborhood.
Collin, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location
Aleksandr, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hospitality!

Great hospitality! The tea, coffee and snacks in the lobby were refreshing !
Pramod, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Carmel is lovely

The Wayfarer was fine for our needs. Amenities were very basic (starchy sheets and towels, etc) but the room was large and they are dog friendly. The location was great- everything was walkable. They had an in-room air conditioner, which was loud but helped cool off the room (it was warm during our stay). Parking is limited but we always found a spot. The keys are old fashioned (it's an older motel) which was perfectly fine but I wish there was a deadbolt option on the doors.
April, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice renovated room, a lot of windows and light
Stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean, great staff, easy check-in and excellent location plus an incredibly low price in downtown Carmel. I’ve already told friends and we’ll be back as well:)
Leslie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Innkeeper and her s family were very welcoming, friendly, and accommodating! It was a great hotel for pups!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly customer service
Trisha, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very close to Carmel attractions
Lizanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location; Awesome Deal

We checked in after the front desk closed but staff made it easy for us to find and get into our room. Clear instructions on how to operate the equipment inside the room. Wifi is weak. Check out is easy. Location is GREAT!
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Always a wonderful stay here! It’s our go to day place for an overnight stay.
Jasmine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and spacious room. Front desk person was extremely friendly and helpful
Gustavo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location!
Sierra, 1-night trip