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Carmel Wayfarer Inn

3.0 star property

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Property grounds
2 Bedroom Executive Suite: Double Queen | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board
King Bedroom: Full Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
King Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$153
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16

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4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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2 Bedroom Executive Suite: Double Queen | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Executive Suite: Double Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Queen Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Queen Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View

  • 250 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

King Bedroom with Fireplace: Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Family Suite with Fireplace: 1 King, 2 Twins | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Family Suite with Fireplace: 1 King, 2 Twins

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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King Bedroom: Full Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board

King Bedroom: Full Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

3-star hotel in Northwest Carmel
This smoke-free hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in, and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and multilingual staff assistance.
Carmel Wayfarer Inn offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 25-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2024.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Carmel Wayfarer Inn features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Carmel hotel also offers express check-in and express check-out. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Carmel Wayfarer Inn is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Personal motorized watercraft

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1969
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Wednesday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) and Thursday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per day
  • 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 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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Carmel Wayfarer Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1007 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

jim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Would not.stay again

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dog-friendly charm

Charming establishment for me, my husband and our two small dogs. Spacious and close to all the best places in Carmel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the proximity to downtown and surrounding areas, however we were surprised that the "private parking" only has 10 designated spaces for the 18 rooms available. Being as we arrived on a Saturday made it a challenge to find a close enough area to park to unload our baggage. It did get easier as the week progressed. The rooms were clean but could have been mopped prior to our arrival. The floors were not as clean as we would have liked as our socks became dirty immediately. One bathroom sink was clogged from what looked like debris from a tree but the staff was great and maintenance took care of it immediately. Overall a great stay with plenty of space and somewhere I would consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and room was large and comfortable. However, the floors were so dirty that our feet became grimy. Floor of the shower became black as soon as we stepped in and rinsed our feet. Had to wear slippers inside at all times, but hard to do with a child.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dora

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Our stay during 4th of July was convenient. The actual hotel room was nice, clean, although I did find hair on the shower curtain and bed sheets. Otherwise it was a nice stay. Downfall- very limited parking definitely not enough parking spaces. The actual parking lot was only for at the most 7-8 cars. But I must say, that this hotel is located in a nice area…it was very quiet and not too much car or foot traffic. An elevator would be nice…only had 2 staircases.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrycja, Commerce City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cozy and pleasant, lovely property, close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephenie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a lovely stay at the inn. We came after office hours, but they had a simple check in available. We loved the partial ocean view. The doors to the rooms open up on top to let in the cool air. The fireplace in the room was such a nice addition. The courtyard also had a fireplace with tables and chairs. The room had almost everything we needed- it didn’t have a microwave, so I would suggest to the owners to add one in each room. Parking was ok- almost always full, but there were a couple spots on the street too. A short walk to the shops in town and the beach! Perfect location on a quiet street. Overall a wonderful stay and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

cyril

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! property near downtown and carmel beach (walkable) minutes away from must see places.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARANJIT

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly customer service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Traveled with family and small children
Great location, people were friendly, would be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a very quaint and cute. The staff is fantastic. I lost an item and they were able to return it to me, very grateful. I would come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to resturants and shops. Very nice room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location; Awesome Deal

We checked in after the front desk closed but staff made it easy for us to find and get into our room. Clear instructions on how to operate the equipment inside the room. Wifi is weak. Check out is easy. Location is GREAT!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Darlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Terrific location, but the inn and rooms can use an upgrade. Parking in the area was scarce and we had to wait for the night clerk to leave so we could use his parking spot. Also, the floors were dirty and there was actually sand in both of the queen beds! We had to brush off both of them. Weird!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ava

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable stay. A pool or spa would’ve been perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025