Candle Light Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Carmel Beach

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Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Coffee service
Reception
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
San Carlos Street, Between 4th and 5th Ave., Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Carmel Plaza
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Carmel Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carmel

Located in Northwest Carmel within a short walk of Carmel Beach, Candle Light Inn is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as 17-Mile Drive. This 20-room, 3-star hotel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunset Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carmel Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dametra Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sade's Cocktails - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Candle Light Inn

Hotel with free parking, near Carmel Beach
Guests of Candle Light Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a vending machine. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a fireplace in the lobby, a garden, and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Candle Inn
Candle Light Carmel
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Candle Light Hotel Carmel
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Candle Light Inn Hotel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Candle Light Inn?

This hotel is situated in Northwest Carmel within a short 13-minute walk of Carmel Beach and also 18 minutes on foot from 17-Mile Drive. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Pebble Beach Golf Links within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Candle Light Inn?

As of Apr 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candle Light Inn on Apr 15, 2025 start from $289.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Candle Light Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Candle Light Inn have a casino?

No, Candle Light Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Candle Light Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Candle Light Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a turndown service and bathrobes as well as concierge services.

Does Candle Light Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Candle Light Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Candle Light Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Candle Light Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Candle Light Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Candle Light Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Candle Light Inn?

The closest major airport to Candle Light Inn is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 5.7 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 23.4 mi away (37-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Candle Light Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Candle Light Inn.

Candle Light Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 657 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

sonia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice room and great location , staff was wonderful. Only issue the room a funky scent and walls are thin you can hear everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tonya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Very comfortable and clean room and bathroom. The bed was also comfy. They had bottle refill stations by the ice machine which we appreciated. The outdoor fireplace at the end of the day with a glass of wine. No elevator so ask for first floor if you have mobility issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamran

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Perfect place to stay in Carmel, excellent accommodation, walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location
The hotel is nice and unique. The location of it is what drew us to this hotel. It’s 2 blocks from Ocean Ave and down town Carmel. The beds were nice and the fire pit is cool. The only complaint I had is the you could hear the doors in everyone’s rooms opening and closing so it made it hard to sleep. Other than that a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Hyanghwa, Carmichael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was a nice quaint place. The room was wonderful. Would recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

OMAR

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, comfy bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the cleanest hotel/inn I have stayed at in my travels in 50 years. The room was well furnished. No desk, though. Plenty of counter space in the room and bathroom. The radiant heating was quiet and worked well. The window shutters provided options for light/privacy. Table and chairs outside each room for guests to use. Thank you Candle Light Inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room. Very clean. Very friendly staff. Will stay here again when I come back to Carmel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We loved that it was right downtown
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Getaway last minute
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anniversary Trip
It was a great trip to celebrate our anniversary. Hotel is well situated to restaurants, shops, etc. The only thing we would do different the next time, we would not stay on a weekend because the rates are so expensive. If it wasn't the fact the anniversary was on a Saturday, we would have gone on a different day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

charlene

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Zhu

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sachiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable beautiful artist downtown, beach, quiet, very comfortable bed, spa, fireplace, and amenities. I want to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was fantastic. Beautiful property, friendly check in and a gorgeous town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first time at this hotel gave us a great impression. Very clean elegant rooms with basic amenities. It’s in a good location easy walking distance to the Main Street with shops and restaurants and is only 15 minute walk to the Carmel beach. We went during the weekdays because weekends during summer it’s a zoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

stan lee, sacto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel, centrally located to everything. Excellent staff. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024