Carmel Wayfarer Inn, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel Wayfarer Inn - A quaint village inn with garden views, outdoor fireplace, and premium bedding near Ocean Avenue

Located just 100 feet from Ocean Avenue, this 2-star Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel features rooms with ocean or garden views and private en suite bathrooms. The Carmel Wayfarer Inn provides premium bedding, pillow menus, and sound-insulated walls in all guestrooms. A daily expanded continental breakfast, served from 8 AM, includes coffee, tea, juices, muffins, biscuits, make-your-own pancakes, and fresh fruit. Select rooms include a fireplace, cable TV, and a dedicated seating area. The property maintains a private garden courtyard with an outdoor fireplace for guest relaxation. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the common areas. Situated within walking distance to Classic Art Gallery (0.5 miles), Carmel Art Association Gallery (0.5 miles), and Carmel Plaza (0.5 miles), the inn stands 6 miles from Monterey Peninsula and 56 miles from Mineta San Jose International Airport.

Pros

Express check-in/check-out services with multilingual staff

Walking distance to eight restaurants within 0.5 miles, including Il Grillo and Bistro Giovanni

Close proximity to art galleries, including Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio and Dawson Cole Fine Art

Nearby water activities including kayaking and water skiing

Cons

No elevator access to upper-level rooms

Limited parking available on first-come, first-served basis