Clarion Collection Carmel Oaks Inn

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Clarion
7.5 (417 reviews)
NE 5th and Mission St. , Carmel , us
+1 831-250-6000

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Hiking
Fishing
Express check-in/check-out
Cycling
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Poor service

Categories

Cleanliness
6.89
Several reviews mentioned dirty rooms and maintenance issues.
Service
7.86
Some staff were friendly, but negative experiences reported regarding responsiveness.
Location
9.9
Positive comments about the great location and convenience.
Room Quality
6.85
Issues with small and dirty rooms reported. Some rooms not up to standards.
Amenities
7.88
Amenities were limited, but some positive feedback noted.
Value for Money
5.84
Expensive for the quality received, with complaints on several aspects.
Food and Beverage
6.89
Limited breakfast options and reports of unsatisfactory quality.
Overall Experience
7.86
Mixed experiences highlighted, some enjoying their stay while others faced serious issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 07:42

Property Description

Luxurious Stay in Carmel by the Sea

Convenient Location: The Clarion Collection hotel is ideally located near popular attractions such as Carmel Beach, Pebble Beach, Cannery Row restaurants, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, offering guests easy access to the best of the area.

Complimentary Amenities: Start your day right with a complimentary continental breakfast basket delivered to your room each morning. Enjoy additional perks like free local calls and parking during your stay.

Business-Friendly Services: Business travelers can make use of free wireless high-speed Internet, complimentary newspapers, and access to copy and fax services, ensuring a productive stay.

Experience comfort and convenience at the Clarion Collection hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay in Carmel by the Sea.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MRY

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 417 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.89
Service: 7.86
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 6.85
Amenities: 7.88
Value for Money: 5.84
Food and Beverage: 6.89
Overall Experience: 7.86
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Paulina • solo_traveller • pl
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2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Ostrich • solo_traveller • us
8
Clarion @ Carmel
Pros:

I liked the room.

Cons:

I wish the soaps were on the wall like many budget places have now. It's a waste to use so many plastic bottles nowadays.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Jim • couple • us
9
Nice property in the heart of Carmel.
Pros:

Excellent location for our three nights in Carmel. Also, it had parking which was a big factor for us because we had an early flight out of Monterey.

Cons:

There was nothing not to like. Rooms were adequate. The housekeeper came by to see if we needed anything. Price was a little high for the room we had but you are paying for Carmel.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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benoit • couple • fr
8
Trop touristique
Pros:

L emplacement et le parking

Cons:

Un peu ancien

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Robinson • solo_traveller • us
8
Great location and clean.
Pros:

Located in walking distance of all downtown and beach areas.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Edith • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Die Lage und Anlage

Cons:

Keine Kofferabstell-Möglichleit
Schmales Queensizebed

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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franck • solo_traveller • fr
6
Pros:

Emplacement formidable
Calme

Cons:

Chambre bas de gamme vu le prix

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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sarah • family_with_children • gb
2
Felt dirty.
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

The bed sheets smelt like someone had slept in them. It felt dirty. I would not recommend this property.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • us
5
Good place but pricey
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Very old infrastructure and small room pricey for what is provided

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • couple • us
8
Een hele fijne locatie met goede parkeermogelijkheden.
Pros:

Alles was schoon, een fijne douche en op loopafstand van restaurants en bars. Fijn ook dat je midden in Carmel kan parkeren bij het hotel!

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
8
Facilities were good but water pressure very low in the shower. Would stay there again though
Pros:

Excellent location in the most beautiful town

Cons:

Perfectly acceptable welcome but not particularly jolly.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Anamae • solo_traveller • us
1
Baits Motel (photos lie)
Pros:

Hmmm???? Not sure there was anything maybe location and it has lights

Cons:

The puctires advertised is not an accurate description. Also their was pubic hairs floating around the shower. The cabinet doors were broken and the walls are very thin. Visible water damage... very disappointed.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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agustina • couple • ar
7
Pros:

Buena ubicación. Estaba muy limpio. La camada es cómoda.

Cons:

Estaban arreglando la habitación de arriba y la verdad que se escuchaban ruidos por la mañana temprano. El desayuno es precario en calidad.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Paula Meesri • solo_traveller • th
8
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Bianey • couple • us
7
Pros:

Location is great

Cons:

Limited parking

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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WINDY W • couple • us
7
Pros:

Great location within the Carmel downtown area, allowing us to walk around the town and to the beach without a car or looking for a parking. The hotel also delivered breakfast with a basket to our room as it does not have a dinning area. Great value hotel.

Cons:

Room was small with a small TV. The room needs to be updated with a modern look

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • couple • us
8
Great location and friendly staff.
Pros:

The location is great, walking distance from many shops and restaurants. The person at the front desk was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast basket delivered each morning was great.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Karina • couple • br
4
Deixou muito a desejar, porém a localização foi boa.
Pros:

A localização é ótima! Checkin e checkout foram ótimos!

Cons:

Quando chegamos o frigobar estava cheio de comidas de outros hóspedes, um cheiro horrível da comida no quarto, nós mesmos tivemos que limpar. O banheiro também estava sujo. O café da manhã que diz estar incluso na verdade é uma máquina de café no hotel e não um café da manhã.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • couple • us
7
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

All good

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee