S.E Corner of Ocean Ave and Junipero, Carmel, CA 93921, United States
#8 of 42 hotels in Carmel
Guests' ChoiceBased on 91 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 August 2025
Almanza
United StatesThe location of the bed in the Einstein was not easy to access as it was against the wall. The bathroom shelves were not wide enough to hold items. Should have wall air conditioning. It was hot!
Very cute lodgeand convenient for walking distance. The grounds were kept up nicely.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Steve
United StatesRoom was very nice. Staff exceptionally friendly. Great location. Assigned parking for each room.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Sherbolovinglife
United StatesBreakfast is served at a sister hotel, not very convenient
Excellent find , Will def be back
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Gagandeep
United StatesGood breakfast included. Wonderful staff. Very clean. I got upgraded to Lampligher INN which is very close to the Carmel beach. Loved my stay
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Munoz
United StatesVery difficult to find
Cute and clean
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 July 2025
Peter
United KingdomNeeds a safe in the room
Super location Super clean Super facilities Great staff and at the top of Ocean Drive which is the no.1 Location
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Elizabeth
United StatesThe location is perfect for walking.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 June 2025
Hailey
United StatesCozy area , lodges felt very homey. Amazing location to downtown and parking on site too. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 5 June 2025
Kiko
United StatesI loved it was small and safe. The staff is friendly.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 2 June 2025
Ellen
United StatesFlooring could use a refresh. We do enjoy the fresh coffee with milk, hot water etc or small continental breakfast other places offer in the morning.
Lovely outdoor seating areas. Close to Carmel Plaza and shops at top of Ocean Ave. Cute airy cottage with picture window, vaulted ceiling and wonderful, warm gas fireplace.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 20 May 2025
Cindy
United StatesThere wasn't really anything about the property I didn't like. The bed was pretty tight against the wall, but it was comfy enough. As I mentioned, it's definitely not a luxury property; it was kind of like glamping.
The location is excellent - walking distance to everything, if you like to walk. It's at the top of Ocean Avenue and a nice walk through town to the beach at the end. The free parking directly next to our room was great. The room was basic but comfortable and cute -- not a luxury property, but much more affordable than the other properties in town. Like most properties in Carmel, it is dog-friendly, which is a plus. The man in the office who greeted us was SUPER nice.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 9 May 2025
Karen
United StatesHad to go to another location to get breakfast. However the location was quite charming. Out door patios with covers and gas fire pits.
Quaint historical property with garden and patios. Was nice to be in a place that had more of a local vibe. Great location. Office staff was very helpful and proactive.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 8 May 2025
Mark
United StatesBed could be updated. A bit worn but all of the other good things here outweigh the bed.
Close to shopping and restaurants. Nice windows to let in natural light. Accommodating staff. Cozy feel.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Kathy
United StatesThe pillows but that’s a personal preference. I like soft pillows and they were pretty firm
Even though you had to drive to get the breakfast having a breakfast available complementary was a nice thing.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 1 May 2025
Crumb
United StatesI'm old, going upstairs to go to the bathroom is not always a good thing. Other than that, we had a great stay. Even the huge bumble bee in the windrow didn't bother us at all.
Lovely room with a fireplace. The front windrow had a view of the grounds. Very nice.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 26 April 2025
Habib
United StatesVery clean and nice view
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Jane
United StatesBreakfast types and the opening hours. The lady who gets the breakfast ready was ruled
Location is very close to the beach
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Mary
United StatesGreat. Only downside is we could hear the couples conversation next door.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 30 March 2025
Pamela
United StatesThe location is amazing, and the rooms are comfortable and very nicely appointed.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 28 March 2025
Maria
United StatesI loved everything. Super cute, great location, comfortable, and spacious. I loved the courtyard and landscaping. This place felt very special and unique, almost like being in a cozy cabin with the fireplace.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Kiko
United StatesN/a
I liked how cozy and spacious it was. I also appreciated that it was close to the shopping area yet distant from the busy more crowded streets. I enjoyed the areas that you could sit and just enjoy the weather and fresh air.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 23 March 2025
Jen
United StatesThe property is older and so the walls and the windows and the doors are very thin. We heard everything going on outside and in the other rooms all night long so it wasn’t very restful. I would also have preferred they have shades on the windows instead of curtains, particularly in the bathroom. It was difficult to close the curtains fully/properly to ensure privacy. The room also had a musty smell.
Location was fabulous, staff friendly and accommodating. And having assigned parking was great!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 11 March 2025
Patricia
United StatesOnly two towels and staff not available on site.
Near AW Shucks. Has breakfast available. Beautiful room.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Stuart
United StatesTrip hazard in parking area. Caused fall as we were leaving. Raised round area near passenger side. Other upper occupant saw it. We were in Weston room Also no check in staff.
Location , room
Stayed in February 2025
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