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Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3 stars

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921, United States
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
See location+1 831 624 2711
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$101
Cheapest

rate per night

7.3
Good
based on 2175 reviews
2,175 reviews
Room type
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Nightly total
King room
Queen room
Standard room

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Overview

Carmel Wayfarer Inn is situated in Carmel By the Sea and is within a short walk of local attractions, including Forest Theater. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, outdoor tennis courts and wine tasting.

Guests of Carmel Wayfarer Inn have access to its wide range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, canoeing and kayaking. Staff are available 24/7 and can assist with booking tours and tickets.

The comfortable rooms at Wayfarer include tea and coffee making facilities, a refrigerator and wireless internet access.

Wayfarer Inn Carmel By the Sea is surrounded by the area's well-known tourist attractions, including Golden Bough Playhouse, which is within walking distance. Monterey Bay Aquarium is also a short drive away.

7.3
Good rating
Based on 2,175 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Carmel Wayfarer Inn

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Standard room
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Queen room
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Executive room
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King room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Carmel Wayfarer Inn

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

General

  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • City view

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • No smoking
  • Private entrance

Dining

  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack

Fitness

  • Tennis

Reviews of Carmel Wayfarer Inn

7.3
Good
2175 verified ratings
Wonderful
505
Very good
333
Good
406
Okay
227
Fair
245
Mediocre
172
Poor
287

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the excellent location and friendly service from the staff, particularly highlighting the helpfulness of individuals like John at the front desk. However, many reviews pointed out significant cleanliness issues, outdated rooms, and maintenance problems, which detracted from their overall experience.
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Service9 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness1.5 out of 10
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5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Aug 2019
Pros (+) The staff was extremely friendly.
Cons (-) The bed was not comfortable.
9.4
Wonderful
Amanda, Jun 2019
Pros (+) Great attitude from front desk staff. Good offerings for breakfast: boiled eggs, yogurt, bananas, oatmeal, cereals, breads, waffles. Beds were comfortable. Our child had his own bedroom. Very charming and quiet.
Cons (-) The hotel is very dated but the front desk man says they are about to renovate all the rooms!
2.8
Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2017
Pros (+) Location close to Carmel charms
Cons (-) Terrible bed(s) Horrific smells in room Breakfast was a joke WiFi did not work So unfortunate!
4.8
Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2015
Pros (+) The location is excellent.
Cons (-) Similar to a Motel 6 but at about four times the cost.
8.2
Very good
Anonymous, Jul 2015
Pros (+) Perfect location: next to downtown, but off the main streets enough for quiet and parking. Good value - not forced to pay extra for "frills" not really needed in Carmel.

Location

4th Ave And Mission Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

What's nearby

  • Vanguard Gallery176 yd
  • Pitzer's of Carmel225 yd
  • Highlands Sculpture Gallery229 yd
  • Gallerie Amsterdam289 yd
  • Jones and Terwilliger Galleries309 yd
  • Classic Art Gallery315 yd
  • Carmel Plaza376 yd
  • Carl Cherry Center for the Arts410 yd
  • Forest Theater0.4 mi
  • Golden Bough Playhouse0.5 mi
  • Carmel Beach0.5 mi
  • Carmel Mission1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Low season

April

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

$186

Average price (weekend night)

$427
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 117% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Carmel Wayfarer Inn

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Carmel Wayfarer Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Carmel Wayfarer Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Carmel Wayfarer Inn, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Carmel Wayfarer Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $144, while the most expensive was $390.
  • How long should you stay at Carmel Wayfarer Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Carmel Wayfarer Inn

  • Where is Carmel Wayfarer Inn located?

    Carmel Wayfarer Inn is located at 4th Ave And Mission Ave, 0.4 miles from the center of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Vanguard Gallery is the closest landmark to Carmel Wayfarer Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Carmel Wayfarer Inn.

  • Does Carmel Wayfarer Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Carmel Wayfarer Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Carmel Wayfarer Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Carmel Wayfarer Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Carmel Wayfarer Inn from the airport?

    Carmel Wayfarer Inn is 5 miles from Monterey Regional. Carmel Wayfarer Inn is 55.5 miles from San Jose.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Carmel Wayfarer Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Carmel Wayfarer Inn in Carmel-by-the-Sea and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Carmel Wayfarer Inn and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Carmel Wayfarer Inn.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.8

Distance to city center

0.4 mi

Nearest Airport

Monterey Regional

Distance to airport

5.0 mi