Contenta Inn, Carmel Valley

Contenta Inn - A Wine Country Lodge with Heated Pool, Citrus Garden, and Village Location

Located in the heart of Carmel Valley, this 3-star hotel features a horseshoe-shaped layout surrounding a citrus garden with Meyer lemon trees. The Contenta Inn offers private patios, an outdoor heated pool, and a hot tub amid valley hill views. Each room includes a mini-fridge, coffee machine, TV, free WiFi, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily, and guests can gather at poolside tables and lounge chairs. This Carmel Valley hotel stands within a 5-minute walk of Bernardus Winery and Boekenoogen Winery tasting rooms. The property sits 12 miles inland from Carmel-by-the-Sea and 15 miles from Monterey, with Contenta Inn positioning guests near 20 local wine tasting venues.

Pros

Guest rooms feature mid-century modern art and furnishings

Property welcomes pets

Guests can pick fresh citrus fruits directly from courtyard trees

Walking distance to multiple restaurants including Running Iron Restaurant and Plaza Linda

Cons

18.5 miles distance from Monterey Peninsula

Limited dining options within the property