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Villa Mara Carmel

4.0 star property

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Library
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

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2408 Bay View Ave, Carmel, CA, 93923
  • Carmel Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ground Floor | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ground Floor | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View | Beach/ocean view

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden Area | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden Area

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Partial Ocean View

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Partial Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Villa Mara Carmel

4-star hotel in Carmel Point
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast (local cuisine), free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, spa services, and free use of bicycles are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
Villa Mara Carmel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and bidets. This Carmel hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
The hotel offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This Mediterranean hotel also offers spa services, a library, and a terrace. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site. A total renovation of this property was completed in June 2022.

Villa Mara Carmel is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Villa Mara Carmel has a restaurant on site.
Jesena's - This bistro serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Jesena's

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Library
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Renovated entire property - June 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Villa Mara
Villa Mara Carmel Hotel
Villa Mara Carmel Carmel
Villa Mara Carmel Hotel Carmel

Villa Mara Carmel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our top pick for staying in Carmel
Our top pick for staying in Carmel. Always! Great staff, accommodations, food, drink. It’s a special place for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sir Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If there were ten stars I would happily give them to Villa Mara! It’s a charming, small, beautifully run property. One block from the quiet end of Carmel’s iconic beach, it was the perfect location to spend our 24th anniversary. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and kind. Despite having been to Carmel many, many times, our stay here felt like coming home. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kohl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, location, and amenities. Every detail is purposeful and thoughtful from the freshly baked cookies to the high quality light fixtures.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely landscaping and everything was so clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grady, Santa Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional service and staff. Best staff services since Icon in Hong Kong.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Windsor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Bellingham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Breakfast included
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

trupti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of a kind..true gem
One of the best properties I’ve stayed in (and I’ve traveled extensively within US, Europe and parts of Asia). The location was perfect..away from the crowds but only 20-30min walk to downtown. Access to beach is 5min walk. The hotel itself is gorgeous..immaculate inside and outside, the gardens and fire pit are inviting, room was perfect for our short getaway with well-appointed furnishings, exquisite decor, very comfortable bed, heated tile floors, complimentary snacks, delectable breakfast & great views from the private balcony. The quality of service was the real gem here..it was unmatched; smooth check-in with complimentary glass of wine; very friendly and laidback staff who went out of their way to make our stay so relaxing and enjoyable. Will definitely stay here on our future visits.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience! Great views and peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this inn and hated to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Moraga

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic. Everything about the stay was superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anjonette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous Boutique Hotel
What a beautiful little boutique hotel! If you want great service and conversation this is the place for you. Such a great night's sleep and comfortable room. Such amazing attention to detail. The owner must be artistic because everywhere you turn is eye candy! They really go above and beyond to anticipate every need you could have. We are already planning another vacation here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024