Carmel River Inn & Cottages, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel River Inn - A 10-acre riverside retreat with standalone cottages, kitchenettes, and garden views

Nestled on 10 acres of gardens and forests overlooking the Carmel River, this three-star Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel features 34 freestanding cottages and a glamping tent. Carmel River Inn's accommodations include studio cottages with kitchenettes equipped with fridges, microwaves, hot plates, and sinks. Each cottage comes with a king or queen bed, private patio, and 32-inch or larger TV. The property maintains a large garden area with a hammock and various seating spots. The hotel serves Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting CO. coffee in the lobby and displays local artwork in its gallery. Located 0.5 miles from Carmel Mission Basilica Museum and 1 mile from Dametra Cafe, Carmel River Inn positions guests near three professional theaters: Cherry Center Theatre, Pacific Repertory Theatre, and Sunset Center.

Pros

Property includes unique outdoor event spaces for up to 30 guests

Offers both traditional rooms and glamping options with outdoor showers

Located 2 miles from Point Lobos nature reserve

Within 0.5 miles of The Crossroads Carmel shopping area

Cons

9.5 miles from Monterey Peninsula

Cottages are situated toward the back of the property, requiring additional walking