Nestled near Monterey Bay, Carmel Wayfarer Inn offers a tranquil retreat with rejuvenated rooms and amenities like a firepit and garden. Connect to WiFi, take advantage of self parking, and enjoy motorized watercraft on site. Guests rave about the helpful staff and prime location.
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 36 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 36 min drive
Monterey Station - 17 min drive
Salinas Station - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Carmel Bakery - 7 min walk
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - 7 min walk
Edwins Kaona - 5 min walk
Stationæry - 4 min walk
A.W. Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar - 5 min walk
About this property
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
Carmel Wayfarer Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Also, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel Beach are within a short drive. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
17 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Personal watercraft (motorized)
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Water skiing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1969
Garden
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
7 stairs to reach property
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
25-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Carmel Wayfarer Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Carmel Wayfarer Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge 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.
Is parking offered on site at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Carmel Wayfarer Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Carmel Wayfarer Inn and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Carmel Wayfarer Inn also has a garden.
What's the area around Carmel Wayfarer Inn like?
Carmel Wayfarer Inn is in Northwest Carmel, a short 18-minute walk from 17-Mile Drive and 13 minutes' walk from Carmel Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Reviews
Carmel Wayfarer Inn Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.6
Eco-friendliness
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property is within walking distance to the beach, making it a convenient and lovely location for beachgoers. (13 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Great location in Carmel!!
Loved the location! Was mostly clean. Could use an update, but overall very comfortable! Loved that it had two bedrooms and two bathrooms! Would stay there again!!
Stephanie
Stephanie, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2025
We always have a nice time here. There are no amenities but there are many just a short walk.
The staff is very nice too.
Jasmine
Jasmine, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 4, 2025
My only complaint was the noise from traffic otherwise it was completely comfortable.
Rosalinda
Rosalinda, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 19, 2025
This was a clean quiet little hotel in Carmel. Good location.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Nice Affordable Location
Overall a pleasant stay. The Inn is older but prices were reasonable and budget friendly. I chose it for the location which is in walking distance to many of the shops in Carmel and its beaches. It is also close to other areas that I wanted to visit including Bug Sur and Monterey. There are plenty of things to see and do near the inn. The room its self was overall clean and spacious. The only problem we had was parking which can be difficult, the area for parking is tight.
Annabelle
Annabelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Would stay again
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
Perfect four a family of four
We stayed in room No. 1 and it was perfect for our family of four. The room was clean and the check in worked perfect.
Mika
Mika, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
Clean and convenient
Not the fanciest place but clean, convenient and great location
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 26, 2025
Lovely service. Location was a bit noisy with windows next to sidewalk. Thin walls and there was a very obnoxious drunk lady chatting on speaker phone and we couod hear everyword. Overall a lovely place
Tierra
Tierra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
Dog-friendly charm
Charming establishment for me, my husband and our two small dogs. Spacious and close to all the best places in Carmel.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
Great Spot - Thanks Om!
Good, well priced place to stay in Carmel! Fairly basic but nice! Amazing location and Om was the best and you can tell he loves what he does :)
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Great location
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2025
Quiet and walkable
Would stay here again. We were in an annex on the back of the hotel. Up some stairs. The room was huge. Bathroom however needs more hooks. It's so tiny.
Easy walk to all the stores. We even saw a sliver of ocean from our window.
Brigitte
Brigitte, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Great place to stay, location is perfect.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Very nice hotel, great staff, good location
Anna
Anna, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2025
Very conveniently located
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Everything was great! I will definitely come back to stay again.
Nathan
Nathan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Very close to shops & restaurants. Friendly hotel
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
Very clean, great location
Ivan
Ivan, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 26, 2025
Great location
Aleksandr
Aleksandr, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 6, 2025
It was a comfortable room in a quiet neighborhood.
Collin
Collin, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
This was a cute little place to stay, centrally located, and phenomenal customer service. The parking was limited when we arrived on a Saturday evening. Aside from that, we enjoyed our stay.
Angelic
Angelic, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Great hospitality!
Great hospitality! The tea, coffee and snacks in the lobby were refreshing !
Pramod
Pramod, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Great location, nice renovated room, a lot of windows and light
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
The Innkeeper and her s family were very welcoming, friendly, and accommodating! It was a great hotel for pups!