The Best Small Luxury
Hotels in Monterey Wine Country

Stilwell Hotel set amidst upscale shopping and dining in the city centre, is less than 1 km from Carmel Beach. Free WiFi and a daily continental breakfast are included. Cable TV is provided in each guest room at the Stilwell Hotel. The private bathrooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. A 24-hour front desk welcomes guests to the Stilwell Hotel. Free parking is provided. The Stilwell Hotel is within 5 minutes' walk of Ocean Avenue. Pebble Beach Golf Course is 10 minutes' drive from the hotel. Show full description

Delightful property. Historic. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. Just 5 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium, this luxury Carmel hotel offers a complimentary champagne brunch each morning. Guests will enjoy the outdoor pool complete with loungers. Monterey Airport is 5 miles away. - Restored & Re-storied - $20M Renovation completed Fall 2023 - Tastefully enhanced, all while preserving the quiet eclecticism for which this historic institution is known. - Once a luxurious mansion built in 1905 by an artist as a gift to his wife, a member of the Ghirardelli family, for over 100 years La Playa Hotel has been known as the “Grande Dame of Carmel.” - The renovation carefully covered all aspects of the hotel, from the welcoming lobby to the commodious corners of Bud’s bar and the luxuriously appointed guest rooms with sunfilled windows beckoning the ocean breeze. - HD Design Award Winner - Featured in Vogue, NY Times "T List," Travel + Leisure, Dezeen & Condé Nast. Renovation highlights: - Air Conditioning in all Guest Rooms - Custom Barmoire in all Guest Rooms — Offering a specially curated cocktail experience. - Three 1-Bedroom Suites - King Beds in all Single Bed Rooms - Updated Guest Bathrooms . All spacious rooms include free WiFi. A flat-screen TV with cable is featured in each amply furnished room at La Playa Carmel. A minibar and coffee-making facilities offer beverage options. Select rooms boast ocean views. Guests can enjoy a gourmet breakfast in the library lounge showcasing views of the Pacific Ocean. The menu includes fresh pastries, fruit and a variety of hot entrees. All-day dining is available. Carmel La Playa is 4 minutes’ walk from the beach.  Show full description

Resort. Beautiful. Great views. Popular among women. This oceanfront hotel is located in Marina, California. The hotel offers views of the Pacific Ocean, a full-service spa, an on-site restaurant and in-room dining. Sanctuary Beach Resort features a flat-screen TV and free WiFi in every guest room. Rooms also offer fireplaces and MP3 docking stations. Views of the ocean or the surrounding dunes are also available. Located on-site at Sanctuary Beach Resort, Salt Wood restaurant delivers dishes that utilize the best seasonal local ingredients, highlighting remarkable produce and seafood, found throughout the Central California Coast and beyond. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool or the hot tub at the Sanctuary Beach. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is 15 minutes' drive from the Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina. The historic Cannery Row entertainment area is 17.5 km from the hotel. Show full description

Very stylish. Great breakfast. Lovely interior design. Featuring free WiFi, Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave provides daily complimentary breakfast baskets delivered to guest room from 8 AM till 10 AM. The continental breakfast is available from 7am to 11am daily. Guest rooms provide a private bath. The Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey is a short drive from Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave. Monterey Peninsula College is also within driving distance of the hotel. The Monterey Peninsula Airport is 15 minutes' drive from the hotel. Set in downtown Carmel, a short stroll from the white sands of Carmel Beach, shopping & restaurants. This 4-star hotel features free onsite parking, high-speed WiFi, a daily Continental Champagne Breakfast, curated Social Happy Hours, and free bike rentals and beach supplies. Each guest room is dog-friendly and equipped with a mini bar, coffee machine, mini refrigerator, 50-inch TV, and rain showers. The Monterey Regional Airport is within 10 minutes driving distance. Show full description

Cosy rooms. Great views. Popular among couples. Located on the coast of Monterey Bay, Monterey Bay Inn features a rooftop whirlpool and direct access to San Carlos Beach. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Each room features a balcony with views of Cannery Row or the Monterey Bay, a minibar, a coffee machine, a TV with satellite channels, a DVD player, an in-room safe, and ironing facilities. The bathroom includes bathrobes, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast, including fresh breads and fruit, is served to rooms daily on fine china and linens. Freshly made coffee and tea are also included. Free newspapers are also provided at the 24-hour front desk. Guests can also relax by the outdoor terrace and fire pits. The Monterey Bay Whale Watch is 1.6 km from the Monterey Bay Inn and the Monterey Bay Aquarium is 2 minutes' drive away. Mineta San José International Airport is 120 km away. Show full description

Resort. Lovely property. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Situated in Carmel, California, on a top-rated golf course surrounded by fields and lakes, The Quail Lodge boasts an outdoor pool, tennis courts and a restaurant and bar. All rooms feature free WiFi. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is provided in all rooms at The Quail Lodge. For convenience, all of the air-conditioned guest rooms include a work desk and a refrigerator. Additional room amenities include ironing facilities and a hairdryer. Set in the clubhouse of The Quail Lodge, Edgar’s restaurant offers indoor or outdoor fireside dining with views of the golf course and the Santa Lucia Mountains. All menu items feature fresh local organic ingredients. Guests can also enjoy classic cocktails, California wines and micro-brews in the Lobby Bar, which also offers a light menu. Join us each morning in the Covey Grill for daily breakfast. A 24-hour reception greets guests of Quail Lodge. Guests can work out in the fitness centre. A business centre with fax and photocopying services is available. Carmel River Beach is 5 miles away from this resort. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 20 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Superb breakfast. Popular among women. This boutique hotel in Carmel is less than two blocks away from unique shopping, galleries and fine dining and Ocean Avenue, the main street, is just 3 blocks away. Asian fusion decor and premium linens are featured in each luxurious guest room at Tradewinds Carmel. En suite bathrooms include custom organic toiletries and Japanese-style bathrobes. Select guest rooms offer ocean views and fireplaces. The concierge staff can help plan activities and tours as well as relaxing in-room spa treatments. Carmel beaches are 10 minutes' walk away. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is 6 miles away. Show full description

Stylish. Charming. Comfortable beds. Set in Carmel and with Carmel Beach reachable within 1 km, Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. Built in 1954, this 4-star hotel is within 5.7 km of Point Lobos State Reserve and 7.6 km of Presidio Of Monterey Museum. The hotel provides a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. The units will provide guests with a fridge. The hotel offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Guests at Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carmel, like cycling. Carmel Mission is 1.2 km from the accommodation, while Pebble Beach is 4.4 km away. Monterey Regional Airport is 10 km from the property. Show full description

The Comfort Inn hotel is conveniently located near Marina State Beach. This Marina, CA hotel is minutes from popular attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Carmel, Pebble Beach, Fisherman's Wharf and 17-Mile Drive. California State University, Monterey Bay is four miles and the Monterey Peninsula Airport is only 12 miles away. There are 14 golf courses within 12 miles from the hotel. Visitors will enjoy shopping at the nearby Del Monte Center. There are a wide variety of restaurants and cocktail lounges located in the surrounding area. Guests of this Marina, CA hotel are invited to enjoy many amenities like: Flat-screen televisions in all rooms, free local calls, free,weekday newspaper, fitness center and sauna, a tour desk is also located on the property. Complimentary breakfast is available at the Comfort Inn to help start your day. Our breakfast includes offerings such as, eggs, sausage, bread, pastries, yogurt, fresh fruit, oatmeal, and a selection of coffee, tea, and juices. Business travelers will appreciate conveniences like the business center, free high-speed Internet access in all rooms, and access to fax and copy services. Corporate rates are available. There is also a meeting room that accommodates up to 50 people for most events and business functions. All rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators and coffee makers. Show full description

Highly elegant. Romantic. Great interior design. Opened April 2022. Set in Carmel, 90 metres from Carmel Beach, Villa Mara Carmel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Offering a bar, the property is located within 5.9 km of Point Lobos State Reserve. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms come with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at Villa Mara Carmel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carmel, like cycling. Presidio Of Monterey Museum is 10 km from Villa Mara Carmel, while Carmel Mission is 1.4 km away. Monterey Regional Airport is 12 km from the property. Show full description

Great value. Great location. Located less than 3 km from Del Monte Beach, the Wave Street Inn offers a non-smoking accommodation in Monterey. All rooms provide a refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a TV with cable channels. Each room also includes an en suite bathroom. A 24-hour front desk is available for guests. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is less than 1 km away from the Wave Street Inn. .  Show full description

Resort. Great views. Offering stunning views of Monterey Bay, a full-service spa and a private beach, the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is located only steps from Cannery Row and 10 minutes' walk from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The guestrooms offer a seating area, air conditioning, a TV with cable channels, and an electronics charging station. The en suite bathroom includes free toiletries, bathrobes, a hairdryer, and ironing facilities. Guests can also enjoy nightly turndown service. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa features a rooftop fitness centre. Guests can relax at the European Vista Blue Spa. The Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa features an elevated dinner restaurant, a casual all-day oceanfront restaurant, a lively lobby bar and a café. The elegant Coastal Kitchen restaurant offers an ever-evolving tasting menu with wine pairings. Schooners Monterey features contemporary American cuisine with a focus on seafood and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The Lobby Lounge serves local beers, wine, craft cocktails and light bites with live music in the evening. Tidal Coffee offers Golden Bean award-winning coffee blends, fresh pastries, breakfast and lunch items. 17 Mile Drive is 4 km away from Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. The Monterey Regional Airport is 7 km away. Show full description

Popular among couples. Monterey Marriott features an on-site restaurant and an outdoor pool. Located off Highway 1, it is a 5-minute drive away from Monterey Bay Aquarium. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature luxury bedding which include down comforters. In-room media features cable TV and flat-screen TVs with plug-in panel. Fin + Field Restaurant and Bar features California coastal cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Monterey Marriott is 4.1 miles away from 17 Mile Drive. Del Monte Beach is a 5-minute drive away. Show full description

Charming. Elegant. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. Originally built in 1929, this luxury hotel is within walking distance to the legendary Carmel Beach and offers historic old-world charm, complete with all of today's modern amenities and conveniences. L'Auberge Carmel offers guests everything needed for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Guests will appreciate in-room massage and spa services, flat-screen TVs, and the on-site gourmet restaurant. Only a short distance from L'Auberge Carmel are many popular attractions. The famous Pebble Beach Golf Course, Monterey Bay Aquarium and a variety of art galleries, shopping centres and restaurants are in close proximity. Show full description

Resort. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Located in the heart of Monterey's historic Cannery Row, InterContinental The Clement Monterey boasts elegant accommodations, on-site dining options and modern amenities. The rooms offer a TV and in-room movies, an electronics charging station, a coffee machine, and a mini bar. The en suite bathroom includes bathrobes, a soaking tub and a separate shower. The entire family can have an enjoyable stay. With on-site spa services, a state-of-the-art business centre and a children's club, there is something for everyone. Guests can dine at the onsite restaurant. Only steps from the Clements front doors, guests will find a variety of area attractions. Beautiful seascapes and wildlife, charming boutiques, gourmet restaurants, and an exciting nightlife are all within walking distance from the hotel. Show full description

Hotel Pacific is a boutique hotel located in the centre of Monterey just steps away from the Monterey Conference Center. The Monterey Bay Aquarium and other top area attractions are located within 3 km. Hotel Pacific features all-suite accommodations with fireplaces and luxurious feather bedding. Bathrooms offer separate bath tubs and showers. Enjoy the Spanish-style adobe decor and lush private gardens. Other Monterey Bay area cities like Carmel and Pacific Grove are a short drive away. Beautiful beaches, museums and golf courses are located in the nearby area. Explore Monterey Bay while staying in comfort at Hotel Pacific. Show full description

Historic property. Elegant. Comfortable beds. Opened June 2022. Located in Salinas, 27 km from Presidio Of Monterey Museum, Chateau Coralini provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. Located around 25 km from Del Monte Golf Course, the hotel with free WiFi is also 25 km away from Naval Postgraduate School. The property is non-smoking and is situated 35 km from Point Lobos State Reserve. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a bath and free toiletries, while selected rooms include a kitchen fitted with an oven. At the hotel rooms come with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. You can play billiards and table tennis at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Monterey Museum of Art is 25 km from Chateau Coralini, while Monterey Pines Golf Club is 26 km away. Monterey Regional Airport is 19 km from the property. Show full description

Historic. Great location. Great value. Popular among women. Located near Fisherman’s Wharf, it has easy access to shopping, dining, and whale watching. The Portola Hotel & Spa is 1.6 km from the historic Cannery Row. Guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. The private bathroom includes eco-friendly amenities and a make-up mirror. Select rooms offer views of the harbour. .  Show full description