Carmel River Inn & Cottages  

On the Monterey Peninsula at the entrance to Big Sur, in Carmel’s Mission Fields neighborhood. A short drive to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Carmel Beach, 17‑Mile Drive and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Physical address: 26600 Oliver Road (Highway 1 at Carmel River Bridge), Carmel, CA.

Choose from 56 individually decorated inn rooms or cozy cottages tucked into roughly 10 acres of gardens, forests and meadows. Many rooms have rustic touches, refrigerators, minibars and private furnished balconies or patios overlooking the seasonal Carmel River. The lobby’s fireplace and a 24‑hour front desk add to the relaxed, camp‑meets‑coastal vibe.

Seasonal outdoor pool (property listings note an outdoor heated pool), terrace, garden and picnic areas. Concierge and tour desk services, laundry and dry cleaning, complimentary Wi‑Fi, and free on‑site self‑parking. Pet‑friendly (pet fee applies), plus concierge help arranging local adventures—wake up to river‑breeze mornings and easy access to the coast.

Business center on site, express check‑in and check‑out, and complimentary wireless internet to keep you connected.