Briarwood Inn

Hotels
8.2 (1801 reviews)
San Carlos St Between 4th and 5th , Carmel By The Sea , US
831-626-9056
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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Private baths and entries
Refrigerators in all rooms
Fireplaces in most rooms
Hair dryers, irons and ironing boards
Coffee maker in all rooms
Mostly off-street parking
Pet-friendly (certain rooms)
Daily housekeeping available on request
Free wireless Internet access
Complimentary coffee, towels and toiletries placed in room prior to check-in
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location (close to shops, restaurants, beach)
On-site / easy parking
Generally clean rooms and well-maintained cottage
Quiet and convenient for walking into town
Friendly reception staff (in multiple reports)
Cons:
Rooms are dated/basic; some furniture/wear and tear noted
Beds uncomfortable or bedding issues reported
Wi‑Fi/internet problems for some guests
Limited or no breakfast option for some stays
Occasional service failures (e.g., poor handling of hot-water issue)

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Multiple reviews explicitly state rooms and bathrooms were clean; some mention well-maintained cottage and bright, clean rooms despite being dated.
Service
8.4
Mixed: reception described as friendly and helpful in several reviews, but at least one report of poor handling of a hot-water issue and slow problem resolution.
Location
10
Very strong positive signal across reviews: repeatedly praised for proximity to shops, restaurants, beach and town center; parking on-site also highlighted.
Room Quality
6.9
Frequently described as dated/basic with worn furniture, some bedding issues and uncomfortable beds; rooms meet needs but could use a refresh.
Amenities
7.5
Good on parking (often free and on-site) but limited otherwise: some reviews note no breakfast option and intermittent Wi‑Fi problems; basic privacy and parking are positives.
Value for Money
7
Mixed value perception: some guests chose it for location/price, others felt price-quality was skewed due to dated interiors and occasional issues.
Food and Beverage
7.6
Limited offerings: breakfast described as basic 'help yourself' and adequate by some, while others note no breakfast option; overall modest but serviceable.
Overall Experience
9
Overall positive stays reported: quiet, cosy, convenient and many guests would return despite some dated aspects and minor service/amenity issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-10-30 19:52

Property Description

Charming Inn in Carmel Village

Nestled just minutes away from shopping, dining, and the picturesque Carmel Beach, the Briarwood Inn offers a cozy retreat for your getaway.

Luxurious Room Amenities

Indulge in comfort with guest rooms equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen cable TVs, and a selection of rooms featuring gas fireplaces, handcrafted furniture, and pet-friendly options.

Serene Surroundings and Nearby Attractions

Relax in the landscaped gardens or explore hiking and cycling opportunities nearby. With the south entrance to 17 Mile Drive and Pebble Beach Golf Course just a short drive away, adventure awaits at your doorstep.

Ready to experience the charm of Briarwood Inn? Book your stay now for an unforgettable escape.

Important information:

Not all room types have onsite car parking. Parking is available for select rooms. Contact the property for details.

At check-in, the cardholder paying for this reservation must be present and is required to show a valid government issued photo ID and the actual physical credit card used to pay for this reservation. We do not accept virtual credit cards, digital contactless payments or third-party payments. The credit card on file will be pre-authorized after the free cancelation period ends. For nonrefundable reservations, the credit card is charged at the time of booking and is nonrefundable.

Children under 10 years old stay free of charge when using existing beds.

We allow dogs under 11 kg in our Mayfair, Greenwich, Cambridge, Chelsea, Dolores Cottage I and Sommerset room choices. Pets are not allowed to be left in the room or on the property unattended. Pet rules and fee apply. No cats allowed. If bringing a dog, please inform the property prior to arrival.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.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

Property Policies

  • Check-in / check-out

    Check-in from 15:00, check-out until 11:00.

  • Minimum age

    Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed; USD 25 per night.

  • Parking

    Free self-parking is available.

  • Internet

    Wifi is available free of charge.

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1801 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 8.4
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6.9
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7.6
Overall Experience: 9
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Monica Valeria • couple • br
7
Razoável
Pros:

Localização

Cons:

Instalações antigas

2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Claudia H • couple • us
5
Pros:

Location and breakfast was good.

Cons:

Kind of duty and no AC

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Kristine • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Charming, friendly staff, conveniently located

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • extended_group • au
8
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Patsy • couple • us
7
Our first time in Carmel was magical. What a lovely town!
Pros:

It was quiet and clean. Close to town so we were able to walk to most places.

Cons:

Having to park a good distance away, as well as the fact that our room was upstairs. We are in our 80s so this was a big negative.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
ליאל • couple • il
8
Pros:

מקום נחמד לשהות בו ללילה אחד

Cons:

יקר מידי ביחס לתמורה

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Jean • couple • us
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Valentin • couple • us
6
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Serdar • couple • tr
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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bruno • couple • fr
9
Pros:

L’emplacement et le coté cocooning

Cons:

Un peu cher

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
T
Tatiana • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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James • family_with_children • gb
6
Dated and basic but good location with parking
Pros:

Location and parking place

Cons:

Dated basic rooms. Windows had no curtains, the main window had blinds which stopped some light.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • au
9
Pros:

We were only in Carmel for one night. Briarwood was close to shops and restaurants. Reception staff were friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • nz
7
It was good for a quick stay and walk into town.
Pros:

The location was great and it was quiet

Cons:

It is a bit dated, could use a refresh, however accomodation is expensive in Carmel when travelling on New Zealand dollar so we did see from photos that it looked like that and chose it for price and location.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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ann • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

the room was clean, a little dated but great for our overnight stay, the breakfast was help yourself which was adequate

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • ca
10
It was wonderful we will be back!
Pros:

The Dolores Cottage was adorable! We were so comfortable and it was close to everything. It was so well maintained the deck view and the door to the street was perfect!

Cons:

The directions to the cottage was a bit confusing maybe put the street number on your map for us direction impaired! And that's the only thing we sort of find otherwise nothing we didn't like!

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Hoeuy • couple • us
9
We had a delightful time in Carmel and loved where we stayed.
Pros:

We liked room 49. It's spacious, bright and clean. It meets all of our needs.

Cons:

Parking was kind of tight

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Jiunn-Ren • couple • tw
7
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Valentina • extended_group • it
10
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Claudio • couple • ar
10
Una maravilla
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

Nada

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee