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Monterey Bay LodgevsTradewinds Carmel
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, Tradewinds Carmel scores significantly higher than Monterey Bay Lodge. Tradewinds Carmel ranks #7 in Central California Coast with endorsements from 4 sources including Jetsetter, Forbes Travel Guide and Oyster.
Monterey Bay Lodge
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Gayot
55 Camino Aguajito, Monterey, CA 93940
From $85/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Family Friendly
"Convenient and family friendly, the lodge is just steps from the beach and a 10-minute walk to Cannery Row." Full review
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
"A family-friendly lodge in downtown Monterey."
Tradewinds Carmel
Forbes Travel Guide
Jetsetter
Oyster
Gayot
Mission Street at Third Avenue, PO Box 3403, Carmel, CA 93921
From $189/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Free Parking
Recommended
"Tradewinds Carmel has been owned and operated by the Catlin family since it was built in 1959." Full review
"Vintage 1950s-inspired digs upgraded in contemporary Cal-Asian style with downtown Carmel’s spiffiest rooms." Full review
Mid-Range
"Zen vibe throughout the hotel -- from the courtyard, complete with Buddha statues, a small waterfall, and a tranquil fire pit, to the rooms, decorated with Asian prints, stalks of bamboo, and orchids." Full review
"A soothing, Asian-inspired retreat in a fun, artsy beach town."