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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Carmel Valley travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carmel Valley

With a population of 4,407, Carmel Valley is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Carmel Valley to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Carmel Valley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Corkscrew Cafe (55 W Carmel Valley Rd) and Baja Cantina - Carmel (7166 Carmel Valley Rd.) are great picks.

When to visit Carmel Valley

Carmel Valley in March
Estimated hotel price
$332
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carmel Valley in March
Estimated hotel price
$332
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Carmel Valley

Plane

When flying to Carmel Valley, you’ll arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Carmel Valley include Air Canada, Avianca and Copa Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Carmel Valley departs from New York and takes around 5h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Carmel Valley is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 98 miles from Carmel Valley. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Carmel Valley, you’ll arrive at Monterey Regional (MRY), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Carmel Valley include Air Canada, Avianca and Copa Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Carmel Valley departs from New York and takes around 5h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Carmel Valley is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 98 miles from Carmel Valley. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Carmel Valley

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Carmel Valley

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carmel Valley

Average rates range from around $289 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $375 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Carmel Valley

Most booked hotels in Carmel Valley

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Bernardus Lodge & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 317 reviews)
$528+
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Hidden Valley Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 773 reviews)
$190+
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Carmel Valley Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 555 reviews)
$269+
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Intercontinental The Clement Monterey, An IHG Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2230 reviews)
$323+
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Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1750 reviews)
$362+
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Portola Hotel & Spa At Monterey Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3815 reviews)
$259+
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Renting a car in Carmel Valley

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Carmel Valley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Carmel Valley, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Carmel Valley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Carmel Valley, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

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