TRADEWINDS CARMEL, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Tradewinds Carmel - A boutique hotel with Balinese-inspired rooms, a meditation garden, and proximity to Carmel's galleries and dining

Tradewinds Carmel features 28 guest rooms with handmade Balinese platform beds, premium bedding, and private balconies offering ocean or courtyard views. Select rooms include fireplaces, soaking tubs, and partial ocean views of Point Lobos and Carmel Bay. The property provides a tranquil courtyard with a meditation garden, fire pit, and tiered waterfall, where guests often relax with wine or coffee. A continental breakfast with locally baked French pastries is served each morning at Tradewinds Carmel. The concierge arranges in-room massages, restaurant reservations, and tours. Located less than two blocks from Ocean Avenue, the hotel is within walking distance of Carmel Art Association Gallery, Carmel Plaza, and restaurants like Casanova and Brophy's Tavern. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, and safety features include carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers.

Pros

Handmade Balinese furniture and premium linens create a distinctive, cozy ambiance.

The meditation garden and fire pit provide a serene outdoor retreat.

Proximity to galleries, shops, and dining options on Ocean Avenue.

In-room spa treatments and concierge services enhance convenience.

Cons

No on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner.

Partial ocean views may not satisfy guests expecting full coastal panoramas.