About Carmel
Carmel-by-the-Sea (casually known as Carmel) is a quirky, artsy seaside retreat with a small-town feel where everything needed for a perfect vacation is within walking distance. There’s the excellent beach, of course - wide and sandy, dotted by windswept pines, with a scenic path that follows the dramatic coastline for over a mile. Carmel’s most unique attraction is the town itself. Mission-style buildings stand beside fairytale cottages, and between them wind hidden pathways opening onto sunny garden courtyards. Here you’ll find art galleries, tiny boutiques and intimate bistros serving everything from burgers and brunch to classic French cuisine, all seasoned with a dash of classic Carmel charm.
Explore Carmel & Monterey
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We are currently working on enhancements to this part of our website. A new version will be available soon. Don’t worry – switching over will not interrupt your booking.
Welcome to the all-new Pleasant Holidays booking experience !
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You can now plan your next vacation with our exciting new booking engine. Some advanced features are still being developed, and selecting these options may require you to return to our traditional booking experience. Don’t worry – switching over will not interrupt your booking.
We've updated your online experience to make sure you can get your dream vacation. Since our makeover is still in progress, you may experience shifts from our traditional booking experience to our new one.