Monterey Bay LodgevsHotel Carmel
Both properties are praised by professionals. Overall, Monterey Bay Lodge scores marginally better than Hotel Carmel. Monterey Bay Lodge ranks #26 in Central California Coast with accolades from 3 publications including Oyster, Travel + Leisure and Gayot.
Monterey Bay Lodge
55 Camino Aguajito, Monterey, CA 93940
From $85/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Family Friendly
Travel + Leisure
"Convenient and family friendly, the lodge is just steps from the beach and a 10-minute walk to Cannery Row." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"A heated outdoor pool and hot tub are guest favorites at the Monterey Bay Lodge, a pleasant value motel that sits across from a small lake and park and is a three-minute walk to the beach." Full review
Gayot
"A family-friendly lodge in downtown Monterey."
Hotel Carmel
Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA 93923
From $189/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Afar Magazine
"The cottage-style Hotel Carmel takes its design inspiration from the surrounding natural beauty of Big Sur." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range, 27-room Hotel Carmel offers a homey, country-chic ambiance in what feels like a hybrid between a boutique motel and bed-and-breakfast." Full review