| bike rentals are available. other amenities consist of a gym and guest laundry facilities. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. decorated in neutral tones, the snug rooms offer complimentary wi-fi, cable tv, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. suites add fireplaces, sitting areas and kitchenettes. some have balconies, sloped ceilings and/or wood-paneled accent walls. freebies include breakfast and parking. this laid-back hotel is an 11-minute walk from the sandy asilomar state beach, a mile from the pacific grove museum of natural history and 2 miles from monterey bay aquarium
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Carmel River State Beach (21 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Point Lobos (21 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Lovers Point Park (5 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. Del Monte Beach (12 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (16 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Point Pinos Lighthouse (5 min)
Oldest continually operating lighthouse on the Pacific, offering tours of Victorian-era building. Dennis The Menace Playground (12 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Monterey Bay Aquarium (7 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Pebble Beach Golf Links (13 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Lone Cypress (17 min)
Fenced viewpoint for a landmark single cypress tree overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Old Fisherman's Wharf (11 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Carmel Beach (18 min)
Curving white sandy beach backed by cypress trees known for surfing, dog walking & sunsets. Asilomar State Beach (9 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Carmel Beach (17 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (19 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. | 
