Carmel River Inn & Cottages

26600 Oliver Rd., Carmel, CA 93923 United States (USA)
View map Reservations: 1-800-219-2797
3.0 Star property
36.537090-121.912796
+1-800-219-2797
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Room types

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Check ratesDeluxe Cottage Studio Kitchenette
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Check ratesDeluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette
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Check ratesDeluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette 1 King Bed
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Check ratesDeluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette | This Studio Provides A Fireplace The Well Equipped Kitchen
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Check ratesLuxury Tent 1 Queen Bed
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Check ratesMain Building Traditional Room 2 Double Beds
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Check ratesStudio Cottage
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Check ratesStudio Cottage with Kitchenette | This Studio Cottage Is A Stand Alone Cottage and Offers A Wet Bar
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Check ratesStudio Cottage with Wet Bar 1 King Bed | 1 King Bed Furnished Balcony Patio with Garden Views Intern
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Check ratesStudio Cottage with Wet Bar 2 Beds 2 Queen Beds
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Check ratesStudio Cottage with Wet Bar 2 Beds | 2 Queen Beds 375 Sq Foot Individually Decorated Room Furnished
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Check ratesStudio Cottage | This Studio Cottage Is Either A Duplex or Stand Alone Cottage and Offers A Private
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Check ratesStudio Deluxe King Bed
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Check ratesSuperior Studio | This Studio Cottage Is A Stand Alone Cottage and Offers A Kitchenette A TV A Coffe
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Check ratesTent Accommodation Only Deluxe 1 Bed
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Check ratesTraditional 2 Double Beds Main Building
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Check ratesTraditional Hotel Room 1 King Bed Main Building
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Local attractions

Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Fisherman's Wharf, Carmel Mission, Big Sur, Pebble Beach Golf Course, Carmel Beach

Verified reviews of Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Amazing accommodations clean quaint great staff"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Love the accommodations, how clean it is. The closeness to everything is great. The staff is kind and the rooms are wonderful. Loved relaxing at the fire pit and walking around the complex. Have stayed five different times and will continue to come.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Apr-2026 Verified review, stayed from Tue Mar 31 to Thu Apr 02 2026 at a $371.18 average nightly rate.
"Quiet and charming"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Great folks working there ..lovely and quiet grounds but still close to everything.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
30-Mar-2026 Verified review, stayed from Sun Mar 22 to Thu Mar 26 2026 at a $227.20 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 265 guest reviews

Property description

The Carmel River Inn is situated on 10 acres of gardens over looking Carmel River, next to Carmel-by-the Sea — famous for its extraordinary charm and breathtaking coastline.Carmel River Inn offers guests two different experiences, our inn rooms suitable for a good night's sleep or a cozy cottage to unwind and relax, tucked into 10 acres of gardens, forests and meadows. ~The Main Inn~Our clean, country-style rooms provide the perfect place to crash after an exciting day exploring the great outdoors. Overlooking a wooded grove, these rooms offer a quiet retreat for a good night's rest, preparing guests for tomorrow's adventures.The Inn Rooms feature either a king or two double beds, a mini-refrigerator, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, and hair dryer. ~The Cottages~Nestled throughout the 10-acre grounds of Carmel River Inn are the Cottages, each unique, all offering the same quiet getaway amidst the natural surroundings of Carmel.Guests can choose from a studio cottage, studio cottage with kitchenette, or 2-bedroom cottage. Most of the cottages are pet-friendly. A few cottages feature gas fireplaces, 32? LCD TVs, down comforters and elegant country charm. The older rustic cottages are decorated in pine log furniture, and a number have a wood burning fireplace or kitchenette.Stroll along the Garden Path for a relaxing time of reflection, taking in the beautiful sights and aromas of this wonderful setting.A refreshing swimming pool is available for your summer enjoyment.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Floors: 2
Rooms: 40
Corridors: All rooms have exterior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 40
Rooms with disabled access:
Suites: 0
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1
Meeting space: 250 sq. feet
Dist. to food/bars: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.5 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: 0.5 Miles
Ownership: CarmelInn Ventures
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
30-day group cancellation policy72-hour individual cancellation policy
Nightly parking: Free
Total taxes: 10.50%
Total misc. fees: £0.74 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Amenities / Features


  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Charge for early check out
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Fax available
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Private garden grounds
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

The Monterey Peninsula Airport is approximately 7.6 miles from the Carmel River Inn and offers direct flights to/from San Francisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Denver, and San Diego. Please visit Monterey Peninsula Airport website for further details.

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
$20 per pet per day.

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FAQs about Carmel River Inn & Cottages

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Carmel River Inn & Cottages have?

There are 40 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

Can I get a AAA rate at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a pool at Carmel River Inn & Cottages?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

Testimonials:

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"I have recommended your service to several people. It has been extremely helpful. It is very efficient and a great time saver for someone who needs to make arrangements amidst working, family, etc." E.C. - Buffalo, NY

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