CARMEL WAYFARER INN, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel Wayfarer Inn - A quaint village inn with ocean views, garden courtyard, and expanded continental breakfast

Located just 100 feet from Ocean Avenue, this 2-star Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel features rooms with ocean or garden views and premium bedding. The Carmel Wayfarer Inn provides sound-insulated accommodations with private en-suite bathrooms, complimentary WiFi, and cable TV. Each morning, guests can enjoy an expanded continental breakfast from 8 AM, featuring coffee, tea, juices, muffins, biscuits, make-your-own pancakes, and fresh fruit. A private garden courtyard and outdoor fireplace offer quiet spaces for relaxation. The property sits within walking distance to Carmel Art Association Gallery (0.5 miles), Carmel Plaza (0.5 miles), and eight restaurants including Il Grillo and Casanova. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve showcases the area's natural beauty, while kayaking and water skiing are available nearby. Monterey Peninsula is 6 miles away, and Mineta San Jose International Airport is 56 miles from the property.

Pros

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

Partial ocean views available from select upper-level rooms

Walking distance to eight local restaurants and multiple art galleries

Private garden courtyard with outdoor fireplace

Cons

No elevator access to upper-level rooms

Parking available only on first-come, first-served basis