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Wayside Inn

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Coffee service
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen
View from property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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7th Avenue & Mission Street, Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, 2 Bathrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Fireplace

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Carmel

Wayside Inn puts you in the heart of Carmel, steps from Carmel Plaza and within a 15-minute stroll of Carmel Beach. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and fireplaces. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a fireplace in the lobby. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Downtown Carmel hotel include Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row.

What's nearby

  • Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunset Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carmel Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 19 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Wayside Inn

Wayside Inn offers its guests coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Carmel hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Wayside Inn offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features fireplaces and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 137 metres
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Wayside Carmel
Wayside Hotel Carmel
Wayside Inn Carmel
Wayside Inn Hotel
Wayside Inn Carmel
Wayside Inn Hotel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Wayside Inn?

Yep, Wayside Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Wayside Inn?

Yep, Wayside Inn is a short 10-minute walk from Carmel Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, kayaking and sailing.

What makes Wayside Inn a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Wayside Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wayside Inn?

No, Wayside Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wayside Inn?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wayside Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Wayside Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 697 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location. Great staff. Roll out of bed and you’re right there!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and spacious, the bed super comfy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very convenient to walking around Carmel. Great location, very clean and cute.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great: staff, amenities ext.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is had classic vibes. Lovely, spotless rooms. Great fireplaces and balconies. Some rooms are the perfect view for the gorgeous Carmel sunsets.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Great location, quaint, clean, had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in a great location and our accommodations were wonderful. Friendly staff and, again, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place.

Clean , quiet, friendly staff, well located for downtown walking/shopping/dining. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was pleasant and area was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was great, check in was easy, and the room was large and clean. We only got one parking permit with the room but street parking was pretty available. The beds looked smaller than queens but were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inn in a lovely setting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Xiaowei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location and super friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location it’s amazing super convenient but the best is the front desk staff, friendly, kind make you feel so welcome in so many ways!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy and Relaxing

It was the perfect spot for my husband and I get away! It’s so close to everything and the room was so comfy and relaxing! The details are amazing and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Bin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night, easy parking, cozy room, easy walking to all the shop
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, excellent room size. Nice people at reception
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vinny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and clean accommodations. We loved the location being so close to shopping and great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price, location, and hotel quality. It was an excellent experience for a stay in Carmel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025