Briarwood Inn, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Briarwood Inn - A downtown Carmel boutique hotel with fireplaces, full kitchens, and art-filled rooms

Located three blocks from Ocean Avenue, this 3-star Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel features rooms ranging from 200 to 950 square feet. The Briarwood Inn offers accommodations with gas fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, and refrigerators, while select units include full kitchens with dishwashers. Room configurations span from studio-style units to three-bedroom cottages, accommodating up to 5 guests. Many units provide private or shared balconies, and some include dedicated parking spaces. The property maintains pet-friendly rooms for dogs under 25 pounds. The Stephenson House, a 850-square-foot residence, features three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Briarwood Inn sits within 0.3 miles of eight art galleries and seven restaurants, positioning guests near Classic Art Gallery and L'escargot restaurant. The south entrance to 17 Mile Drive and Pebble Beach Golf Course is a 10-minute drive away.

Pros

Some rooms feature vaulted open-beam ceilings and local artwork

Complimentary continental breakfast and evening port and sherry tasting

ADA-accessible room available with roll-in shower and grab bars

Multiple room types offer full kitchens and dining areas

Cons

Some rooms require parking one block from the property

Second-floor units accessible only via stairs