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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
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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San Carlos Street, Between 4th and 5th Ave., Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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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

  • 17-Mile Drive - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carmel Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunset Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Edwins Kaona - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬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 garden. 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 water dispenser, a fireplace in the lobby, and a vending machine.
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.

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Will I be able to park 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.

Is Candle Light Inn good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Candle Light Inn?

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.

Does Candle Light Inn have connecting rooms?

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 that I can book at Candle Light Inn?

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

Reviews

Candle Light Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 691 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute room, great tub, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Surikit

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotels tucked along a quiet street, just steps from Ocean Avenue. The rooms are bright, impeccably clean, and thoughtfully designed—with a cozy kitchenette nestled by the window.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Inn to be close to the action in Carmel. Room was nice and comfortable. Complimentary cookies, fruit and drinks were great. Expensive, but not unreasonable for the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely inviting hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great cookies and beverages and convenient location to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was charming and cozy. We could even see a bit of ocean from one window. It was clean and comfortable in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful! Spacious room, incredible shower with extremely soft towels, and nice robes. Excellent area everything within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful! Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bohn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot to view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael J

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

Great stay once again!

Quiet, comfortable, spacious room, right in the heart of Carmel by the Sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing! Stay here!

Amazing! Great hot tub, the grounds were gorgeous, the bed was very comfortable and the cookies at reception were delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Fatemeh Faith, Huntington Beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with clean rooms and nice decor. There was just too much noise and had to have window blinds closed to have privacy. Also the body wash was almost empty and not enough for two people to shower. Otherwise, nice place, close to aminoties.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place to stay in

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location, friendly staff, a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, service was ok, room was nice. Bathroom could have been cleaner
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Awesome location. Amazingly friendly and helpful staff and super comfy beds. Would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adalzira

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cute and pretty
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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