Carmel-by-the-Sea · CA
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Best time to visit
October offers the most sun for Carmel-by-the-Sea at 16% warm+sunny days (n=248), though it remains a shoulder-season pick.
ERA5 reanalysis 2018–2025 — historical likelihood, not a forecast. Full almanac for Carmel-by-the-Sea in October →
| Month | Warm+sun | Rain days | Avg high | n |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1% | 28% | 59°F | 248 |
| February | 3% | 29% | 58°F | 226 |
| March | 1% | 44% | 58°F | 248 |
| April | 1% | 14% | 58°F | 240 |
| May | 0% | 13% | 59°F | 248 |
| June | 4% | 2% | 62°F | 240 |
| July | 1% | 0% | 63°F | 248 |
| August | 4% | 1% | 65°F | 248 |
| September | 11% | 5% | 67°F | 240 |
| October | 16% | 9% | 67°F | 248 |
| November | 3% | 20% | 62°F | 240 |
| December | 1% | 37% | 58°F | 248 |
What guests say
Verbatim from provider sentiment analysis. We publish both sides — the cons are why the pros are believable.
- Great location
- Friendly staff
- Clean rooms
- Dog friendly
- Shower pressure low
- Rooms outdated
- Limited food options
Based on 735 guest reviews (provider-supplied sentiment, LiteAPI).
Facilities
53 amenities on record. Grouped by category — spa/pool/beach/golf lead.
- Outdoor pool
- Swimming pool
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Terrace
- Accessible parking
- Free Parking
- Parking
- Private parking
43 other amenities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Access to health care professionals
- Business center
- CCTV outside property
- Cashless payment available
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Concierge service
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Designated smoking area
- Express check-in/check-out
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Fax/photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Free WiFi
- Garden
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Heating
- Invoice provided
- Key access
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Luggage storage
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Pet basket
- Pet bowls
- Pets allowed
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Picnic area
- Private check-in/check-out
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Smoke alarms
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Sun terrace
- WiFi available
Room types
12 room types on record from the provider. No price shown without a live quote.
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Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds
This room is a traditional hotel room with shared walls in the main building, this room offers a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and either a balcony or a patio overlooking the river.
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Studio Cottage
This studio cottage is either a duplex or stand alone cottage and offers a private entrance, a TV, a coffee machine, home-style furnishings, and a patio. Please note: The cottages are located toward the back of the property for privacy.
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Studio Cottage with Kitchenette
This studio cottage is a stand alone cottage and offers a wet bar, a TV, a coffee machine, home-style furnishings, and a patio. Please note: The cottages are located toward the back of the property for privacy.
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Glamping Cabin – Queen Bed
This air-conditioned tent includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Glamping Cabin- 3 beds
This air-conditioned tent includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 3 beds.
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Deluxe Studio Cottage with Kitchenette
This studio provides a fireplace. The well-equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This air-conditioned studio includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Superior Studio
This studio includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Furnished balcony/patio with garden views</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), microwave, and coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, yard, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating and portable fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Smooth flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>
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Studio Cottage with Wet Bar Two Beds
<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>375-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished balcony/patio with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), microwave, and coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, yard, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>
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Luxury Tent
<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>Furnished balcony/patio with garden views</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and dining table</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, yard, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>
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Studio Cottage, 1 Queen Bed
<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>250-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished balcony/patio with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Cable channels </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), microwave, and coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, yard, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating and portable fan</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>
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Standard King Room
This room is a traditional hotel room with shared walls in the main building, this room offers a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and either a balcony or a patio overlooking the river.
About the property
Charming Riverside Retreat in Downtown Carmel
Scenic Views: Enjoy balconies or patios in every room, perfect for soaking in the serene surroundings.
Cozy Accommodations: Each room is equipped with a coffee machine, refrigerator, and free WiFi for a comfortable stay.
Tranquil Outdoor Space: Relax in the lush garden area with a hammock and seating, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploration.
Experience the tranquility of Carmel River Inn, just minutes away from top attractions. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.
Description from provider (LiteAPI). Not generated or paraphrased.
Stay details
Weather in Carmel-by-the-Sea
7-day run 7–13 Nov, zero rain · 5 clear, rain on 8 of 16 forecast days (123h)
View Carmel-by-the-Sea weather forecast & all hotelsProperty data from LiteAPI, including photos, facilities, rooms, policies and sentiment analysis. Star rating is provider-supplied. Guest rating shown only when a review count is available — never invented. No price is shown without a live quote. No awards are claimed that are not in the provider record. Weather data from ERA5 reanalysis (Open-Meteo); almanac figures are 8-year historical likelihoods, not forecasts. All model logic is on our methodology page.