Window shades did not allow for you to open the windows (older windows that open inward on a chain) and still allowed for privacy. Bathroom window had no covering at all, and due to its proximity, you could not open it up (while showering) and still have privacy

We have been coming to The Carmel River Inn x 40 years. Its not fancy. It's very basic. It's rather remote (as compared to other places to stay) The room was very clean and comfortable It's perfect for us.

Stayed in May 2024

Room was a bit dark. Door not particularly secure.

Very friendly staff. Quirky design touches. Lovely view of the river. Very comfortable bed

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing

Everything

Stayed in May 2024

3 days no sheets change until c/o not good idea

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Stayed in April 2024

Friendly personnel, basic room maybe bit overpriced bcs it's Carmel. Good beds, good, clean and spacious rooms.

Stayed in April 2024

No elevator for the 2nd floor.

Stayed in the motel ... not in the cottages. Room very clean and had been remodel. Note it is a room only, no desk for a laptop plus a chairs. The balcony overlooked the Carmel River ... very nice. It's an older motel that has been remodel with a great location.

Stayed in April 2024

I was surprised by the pet fee of $50 per day, and have an additional $100 on my check. No information about pet fees or pet cleaning on the hotel's website or Booking.com

The room had a river view, was pretty clean, and satisfied of my expectations. Beautiful area for a walk with the dog. Also, I charged my Tesla using local electricity. Location close to the trail, grocery, and plaza. I will recommend it to my friends. For the next time, I would prefer a cottage instead of a hotel room, almost for the same price.

Stayed in April 2024

No place to sit except for bed & kitchen chairs. Minimal closet space. We didn’t spend too much time inside and we don’t bring fancy clothes so this wasn’t a big concern to us. It is a very small cottage and the space is used efficiently.

We had a small vintage cottage with a kitchenette to ourselves. Comfortable King sized bed with luxury linens. Heater in the unit was efficient for this cold weekend. The kitchenette had a coffeemaker, fridge, microwave and 2burner electric cooktop. If it had been warmer & less rainy we also could have used the lounge chairs outside.

Stayed in March 2024

Good

Stayed in March 2024

If anything, maybe some weed eating could’ve been done around the back side of the cabin, but we were just coming off a big storm so that is totally forgivable.

We are local and wanted something different for a 50th birthday girl’s weekend near Carmel by the Sea. Quick ride share to downtown (2-3 miles) or walk down and across the street ( Highway 1) for available shopping and dining (About half a mile) The cabin we stayed in was a newer one and really nice. And clean! You can’t exactly SEE the Carmel River, but it is just over the berm. The whole cottages area is so cute. Can’t wait to see how all the new landscaping grows in in the coming years. The young man that checked me in was very friendly and pleasant.

Stayed in March 2024

I thought the room was more like a cabin in an open space from the pictures but I think that was actually showing a totally different area. I probably wouldn't have booked the room if I saw the pictures of the room I stayed in.

Location was really pretty and ease of check in was great. The facilities staff were all very nice and professional.

Stayed in March 2024

Steep stairs to upper floor

Ro

Stayed in March 2024

Not coffee in the room on the second day.

Confortable motel in a quiet zone with garden. Perfect base for visiting Camel, the Big Sur and the coast.

Stayed in February 2024

Quiet.

Stayed in November 2023

There wasn’t anything that bothered me. My room didn’t have a microwave which is unusual these days but I didn’t miss it. It had a mini fridge

Great location next to the Carmel River with a walking path near it. It’s a large property with a number of stand alone cottages available. The inn is very dog friendly!

Stayed in February 2024

Conveniently located off of Hwy 1, a few miles north of Point Lobos State Park and within short drives to downtown Carmel, Pacific Grove, Monterey, 17-mile drive (Pebble Beach). Bonus: The Crossroads Plaza is a mere .2 miles away. Our room in the upstairs of the main building: Clean & comfortable w/ a balcony overlooking Carmel River; comfy king-sized bed. Quiet refrigerator, good television. Perfect for a 2-night Monterey Peninsula getaway. ‘Would stay again when in the area.

Stayed in January 2024

Things were pretty good. Can't think of anything.

Room was very comfortable and request for family rooms nearby worked out great. Lobby coffee was delicious.

Stayed in December 2023

A little bit tight in the smaller cabin. Needed a chair and desk!

Like the privacy of standalone cabin. Hotel grounds are very nice for walking. Location perfect. Bed was comfortable.

Stayed in January 2024

the bathroom was a little tight and dated...but that would be hard to change. It would be nice to have a larger garbage can

It was so nice to have a balcony to sit on and look out at the little river going by...also the room was spacious and had a fun mid-century vibe......also the front desk staff were exceptionally friendly and gracious

Stayed in January 2024

Room air conditioner can’t turn hotter.

Stayed in December 2023

As we arrived in the dark it was a little hard to find our cabin, maybe some motion lights or bigger lodge numbers would help - sure this wouldn't be a problem in the day! We couldn't get the TV to work with Netflix etc. As we were only staying one night we left it but I'm sure reception would of helped us out!

We ended up checking in later in the evening, friendly greeting and gave us a map etc. Super quiet and was parking outside the lodge we booked. Comfy and clean, décor was modern and bathroom had a big mirror and outlets for hair styling. Tea and coffee were available in the room and had a little seating area outside. Wish we could of stayed a few nights to make proper use of the kitchen etc.

Stayed in October 2023

Noise from the upstair

Very friendly staff :0

Stayed in October 2023

Loved the location! Rustic and comfy. Pool nice! The river special!

Stayed in October 2023

simple but very ample and confortable room. nice view to the river.

Stayed in September 2023