Villa Mara Carmel, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Villa Mara Carmel - A luxury boutique hotel with ocean views, private balconies, and Le Labo amenities

Villa Mara Carmel is a 16-room adults-only boutique hotel located in Carmel Point, 100 yards from Carmel Beach. The property features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and soundproofing, with select rooms offering balconies, patios, or soaking tubs. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast at Jesena’s Bar, which serves pastries from Sweet Elena’s and ACME coffee, along with evening cocktails. The hotel provides free WiFi, a garden, fire pits, and Linus Bikes for exploring. Nearby attractions include Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (1 mile), Point Lobos (2 miles), and Pebble Beach Golf Links. Villa Mara Carmel also offers a concierge service and ADA-compliant rooms.

Pros

Private balconies or patios in select rooms offer ocean or garden views.

Le Labo bath amenities and heated floors in bathrooms enhance comfort.

Proximity to Carmel Beach and downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea (1 mile away).

Complimentary Linus Bikes for guest use.

Adults-only policy ensures a quiet atmosphere.

Cons

No on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner.

Limited pet policy (dogs under 35 lbs only, with a fee).