| check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. breakfast and parking are complimentary. coin-operated laundry facilities are available. down-to-earth, simply furnished rooms provide free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, plus minifridges, microwaves and air-conditioning. it's a mile from highway 1. set among shops and eateries, this laid-back hotel is 2 miles from both the boardwalk at del monte beach and the naval postgraduate school
Norman
Carmel River State Beach (18 min)
This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point. Carmel Mission Basilica Museum (14 min)
Venerable, circa-1771 church featuring 5 on-site museums, a serene courtyard, tours & more. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (17 min)
Scenic coastal area features a variety of sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum. Pebble Beach Golf Links (15 min)
Famed & highly touted 18-hole coastline public golf course with dramatic sea views & a clubhouse. Point Lobos (19 min)
Rocky, shoreline nature preserve featuring trails to hidden coves, sea lions & dramatic ocean views. Asilomar State Beach (17 min)
Tranquil place featuring a 1-mi. stretch of sandy beach & rocky coves, along with a walking trail. Dennis The Menace Playground (7 min)
Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall. Carmel Beach (15 min)
White sandy beach backed by a trail & cypress trees popular for dog walking, volleyball & surfing. Monterey State Beach (6 min)
Miles of scenic coastline offer beachgoers recreational activities ranging from surfing to fishing. Old Fisherman's Wharf (12 min)
Iconic waterside complex & event site featuring seafood eateries, shops & water-sports activities. Del Monte Beach (8 min)
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas. Monterey Bay Aquarium (12 min)
Well-known aquarium on a rocky coastline with exhibits ranging from otter habitats to touch pools. Lovers Point Park (16 min)
Petite beach park with swimming, surfing & other water recreation, plus kayak & bike rentals & more. WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (14 min)
Paved, 2.2-mile road-racing track used for auto & motorcycle racing, plus special events. Garrapata State Park (21 min)
Park with 2 miles of beachfront & coastal hiking, including a 50-foot climb to a Pacific Ocean view. | 
