Tradewinds Carmel, Carmel-by-the-Sea ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Mission Street At Third Avenue (Po Box 3403), Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States, 93921

Tradewinds Carmel is a boutique hotel located less than two blocks from the unique shopping and dining of Carmel-by-the-Sea. The property features 28 guest rooms adorned with handmade furniture from Bali and high-quality linens. Its design reflects a charming motif with individual touches and peaceful gardens, making it a serene retreat. The hotel's location provides easy access to local cultural attractions, including art galleries and the Cherry Center for the Arts.

Location

Tradewinds Carmel is situated just a short distance from local attractions, such as the Carmel Art Association Gallery and the historic Carmel Mission Basilica Museum. The nearest public transportation stop is at Junipero and 3rd Avenue for easy access around the area. Mineta San Jose International Airport is the closest airport, approximately 10 km away, making travel accessible.

Rooms

Each of the 28 guest rooms features handmade wood platform beds from Bali and premium bedding for comfort. Certain rooms offer private balconies with ocean or courtyard views. Spacious bathrooms include bamboo-framed mirrors and wide vanities. Guests additionally receive thoughtful amenities like Kimonos, bathrobes, and complimentary chocolates.

Eat & Drink

Tradewinds Carmel provides a free continental breakfast featuring locally baked French pastries. The hotel encourages guests to relax in the peaceful courtyard and meditation garden, often enjoyed with complimentary coffee or wine. In-room dining options can be arranged for convenience. The concierge can assist with restaurant reservations to enhance the dining experience.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers a tranquil garden with a fire pit and tiered waterfall, creating an inviting atmosphere for relaxation. In-room massages and spa treatments can be arranged through the concierge. Guests can access recreational facilities, including nearby golf courses and water adventures such as kayaking and sailing. Multilingual staff support leisure and business services like activity planning.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Suite

Max:

2 persons

39 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Heating

Fireplace

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Deluxe Suite

Max:

2 persons

37 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Heating

Fireplace

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Deluxe Double Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

31 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Carmel-by-the-Sea500 m

Airports

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 9.8 km

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 124.9 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Ocean View Bliss

My room was perfectly situated with stunning ocean views. The quietness and privacy at the end of the hallway made for a relaxing retreat.view full review

Breakfast Delight

The door-delivered breakfast basket was an absolute treat. Enjoying a lovely meal in the comfort of my room truly enhanced the experience.view full review

Serene Retreat

The ambient water features and lush greenery created a super relaxing atmosphere, making it easy to unwind and enjoy my stay.view full review

Dreamy Beds

The bed was incredibly comfortable, adorned with the softest sheets that made it hard to leave in the morning!view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Fireplace

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Housekeeping

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Massage

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
CD player
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Mission Street At Third Avenue (Po Box 3403), Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States, 93921

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Mission Street At Third Avenue (Po Box 3403), Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States, 93921

City landmarks

Museum

Carmel Mission Basilica Museum

2.1 km

Park

Devendorf Park

1.1 km

26304 Ocean View Ave

Tor House

2.2 km

Ocean Ave &

Dametra Cafe

720 m

Gallery

Photography West Gallery

670 m

Gallery

Gallery by the Sea Carmel

810 m

San Carlos St. Between 5th & 6th

Dennis Rae Fine Art

810 m

San Carlos St

Sunset Center

930 m

Gallery

Center for Photographic Art

880 m

San Carlos Street and Ninth Avenue

Sunset Cultural Center

910 m

Ocean Ave & San Antonio Ave

Carmel Beach Boardwalk

1.0 km

Nearby

Mall

Carmel Plaza

540 m

Dolores between 5th & 6th

Rieser Fine Art

220 m

Gallery

Carmel Art Association Gallery

310 m

Dolores Street Between 5th and 6th

The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden

370 m

Gallery

Jones & Terwilliger Galleries

400 m

Gallery

Steven Whyte's Sculpture Studio and Gallery

410 m

Torres Street NE of 6th Avenue

Fairy Tale Cottages of Hugh Comstock

410 m

Gallery

Classic Art Gallery

410 m

Gallery

Weston Gallery

430 m

Sixth Avenue and Dolores Street

Winfield Gallery

430 m

Gallery

Dawson Cole Fine Art Gallery

450 m

Ocean Avenue and Mission Street

Ocean Avenue

490 m

Gallery

Rodrigue Studio

470 m

Ocean Ave 3 NW Mission Street

Wyland Gallery Carmel

480 m

Gallery

Zantman Galleries

490 m

Gallery

Nancy Dodds Gallery

500 m

Gallery

New Masters Gallery

570 m

Dolores St

Tuck Box

600 m

Dolores Street

Gallerie Amsterdam

600 m

Restaurants

Yafa

350 m

Junipero and 5th ave North West corner

La Dolce Vita Ristorante

390 m

San Carlos & 7th Ave

Katy's Place

360 m

Mission St. between 5th and 6th

Bistro Giovanni

410 m

San Carlos & 5th Ave.

Akaoni

390 m

Mission St. & 6th Av.

Etats-Unis French American Bistro

500 m

Dolores between 5th & 6th

Flaherty's Seafood Grill and Oyster Bar

560 m

6th Avenue between Dolores &

Vesuvio

470 m

Junipero and 6th

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Cleanliness

Friendly staff

Small rooms

Pricey

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.4

Location

9.4

Service

9.2

Dining

8.0

James

United States, April 2024

9.2/10

Staying at the hotel was an absolute delight! The rooms were aligning perfectly with Tradewinds' theme, complete with a soothing water feature. The jacuzzi tub was fabulous, and the fireplace added that extra touch to the cozy ambiance. Everything was clean and tidy with lovely little details that made it feel like a home away from home.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were everything they were meant to be and more, in line with Tradewinds' theme, with a fantastic jacuzzi tub and a charming fireplace.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding! The staff was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. They even remembered my husband's birthday, which was a sweet touch.

Location

9.0

The location was absolutely wonderful! Situated in central Carmel on a hill, the hotel offers a serene setting with beautiful surroundings. Plus, the free onsite parking was a bonus.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, especially the breakfast delivered to our room. Fresh fruit, baked goods, and quiche made for a delightful start to the day.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, and the overall ambiance of the hotel was just perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Mick

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located, within walking distance to downtown Carmel and close to the Main Street stores and restaurants. The rooms were relaxing, even though a bit small for a family of four. The service was friendly and hospitable, and the dining experience offered good pastry and local bakery delights. Overall, a charming non-corporate hotel experience in a beautiful setting that's worth staying at for the convenience and friendly ambiance.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were so relaxing and big enough for our family, but a bit loud due to noise from neighboring rooms and upstairs walking.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, especially when we discovered we had left an item behind after checking out.

Location

9.0

The location is great, with downtown Carmel just a short walk away and many attractions nearby.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience provided good pastry from a local bakery and was overseen by a friendly lady, although the delivered room service was basic and unappetizing.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers classic Italian dishes in the dining area and is located next to the Buddha fountain.

Thomas

United States, December 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were cozy and clean, and the staff was incredibly kind and attentive. However, the size of the rooms was a bit small for my liking. The location was perfect for exploring downtown Carmel, with convenient access to everything in town.

Rooms

8.0

Our room, though a little small, was beautiful and clean with lush bed linen.

Service

9.0

The service was fabulous, exceeding my expectations. From the elegant room setup to a post-stay call ensuring I didn't leave anything behind, the staff went above and beyond.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was very convenient, allowing for easy access to downtown Carmel while still offering a quiet retreat for relaxation.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was sumptuous, with a variety of foods and a delightful morning fruit basket delivery. It was a lovely bonus during my stay.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were top-notch and well-maintained, providing a relaxing atmosphere both in the rooms and on the property grounds.

Cleanliness

Small rooms

Bob

United States, September 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at Tradewinds Carmel! The rooms were beautiful and clean with lush bed linen, featuring a gas fireplace and jacuzzi bath, although the room temperature was a bit too hot at times. The staff were kind and attentive, making my experience truly memorable.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious, clean as can be, and recently redone. It had a gas fireplace and jacuzzi bath, but the temperature could get too hot.

Service

9.0

The service was fabulous! The staff were awesome when I needed an extra night and found another local inn for me when they were fully booked. They were very helpful, informative, and polite, going above and beyond to retrieve an item of sentimental value that was lost.

Location

10.0

The location of the hotel was perfect at the top of the hill with a peaceful atmosphere that was still convenient to walk anywhere. It's within walking distance to the beach and all the shops and restaurants in town.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was a nice touch! The Colombian coffee was a nice bonus, and the fresh fruit and pastries available every morning were much appreciated.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, with a view of the garden adding to the peaceful atmosphere of the hotel.

Helen

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.8/10

I had a lovely experience at the hotel. The rooms were cozy and inviting, but we did hear some noise from upstairs at one point. The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, although being woken up about noise was a bit unexpected. The location was perfect for exploring Carmel, just a short walk to the town center. The dining options were simple but satisfying, and the local pastries were a nice touch.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms with a fireplace were very pleasant and inviting, complete with delightful surprises like chocolate strawberries and kimono-like robes.

Service

9.0

The on-premises service was extremely friendly and helpful, making our stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, within walking distance to the center of Carmel, offering a relaxing ambiance with firepits and meditation fountains.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, especially enjoying the excellent local pastries overseen by a friendly lady.