Carmel Wayfarer Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers gather around the cozy firepit at this Carmel inn or stroll to nearby Carmel Beach for the perfect coastal California experience

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Located near Monterey Bay, Carmel Wayfarer Inn offers updated rooms, a garden, firepit, WiFi, self parking, and on-site motorized watercraft. Visitors praise the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 480
SAR 581 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May

About this property

Carmel Wayfarer Inn

  • Hotel located near Carmel Beach with rooms renovated in 2024
  • Carmel Wayfarer Inn provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and a nature reserve
    • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and motorized watercraft on site
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Carmel Wayfarer Inn offer comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and shampoo
    • 25-inch HDTVs with premium channels
    • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Carmel Wayfarer Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?

As of 20 Jumada I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carmel Wayfarer Inn on 21 Jumada I 2026 start from SAR 480, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Carmel Wayfarer Inn located?

Located in Northwest Carmel, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach. 17-Mile Drive is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. They were pet friendly. Close to restaurant shops, scenic route 1 South. We were close to the beach walked around a good bit the sights were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located, they’ve updated the rooms but with very basic finishes so it leaves something to be desired but the bed was comfy and we loved walking everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

kriss

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, room was roomy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the main road which is about a five minute walk. Walking distance to the beach which is about 15 minutes. Dog friendly, quiet and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Well renovated, great location. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Feibing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay , come late after 8 pm , staff left key and instruction at Door , room are clean and warm , Street are quite , very good sleep
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was supper nice, room was clean. The location was very convenient a lot of restaurants are within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Roselia

Liked: Cleanliness
Air conditioning was nice and cold, a bit loud though. Clean spacious rooms. Nicely located to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was great, very easy access to downtown, Staff was super friendly. I arrived late and just like the said Had Envolope with my name on it for Key and instructions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lots of room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naeemah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, clean and comfortable. This one is close to everything! Walked to beach and restaurants. Grabbed a room with a beautiful view too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved my stay here. Easy parking, great location. Price was excellent for Carmel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big rooms, comfortable beds, great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carmelita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean, check in was easy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn

Great location. Parking was difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Very friendly staff. All the basics and clean. Great location. Have stayed several times.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location Affordable Parking limited but available on the street Can be lots of stairs to get to your room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHING-I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was nice a cozy. Staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were remodeled, clean and beautiful. New appliances and we even spoke to the owner at checkout, very nice person
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here. It is conveniently located to DT Carmel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was pretty easy. The area was nice and safe and you could walk to restaurants and shopping. I really enjoyed my stay with my girlfriends.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is our go to in Carmel. Owner is GEEAT!..Location is perfect. We park our car for the whole trip unless we drive into Monterey for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025