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Reviews of Villa Mara Carmel

2408 Bay View Avenue, Carmel, CA 93923, United States of America

#2 of 39 hotels in Carmel

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 44 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cake every night when we got home! Terrific breakfast. Kind staff - went above and beyond to help us with dinner plans. Free bikes also huge perk!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2024

    10
    Robert and everyone else made it one of the highlights of our California coast trip! Would go back a
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was incredible! Try the quiche we promise! Bring a bottle of something and enjoy it by the fire at night after a lovely day at the beach and I promise you’ll want your stay to never end.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2023

    10
    An absolutely sublime stay in Carmel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything! The location, service, food, neighborhood … all absolutely sublime. Especially the service … it is comforting, complete, and not syrupy/over the top. The location is amazing .. every detail is on point.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 2, 2023

    10
    Revitalizing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No comment

    We loved the location, the aesthetic, the service, the relaxing and completely accommodating attitude from everyone who worked there. It felt like luxury but far leas forced.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2023

    9.0
    Overall, we were very pleased with our stay and would recommend it to others.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only had one of those tabletop ironing boards, which is disappointing for a high quality property. No dedicated parking.

    Very quiet location. Aesthetically pleasing. Very nice complimentary breakfast. Comfortable room and large bathroom.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 22, 2023

    10
    Beautiful space, Amazing Views and Great location. You’ll never want to leave!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    loved everything!

    nice villa tucked into the residential area of Carmel, w block away from the beach. Staff was amazing. Room and property were great.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lower price

    The breakfast was excellent. The staff was very helpful

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The instructions on the TV and how to regulate the room temperature.

    It is a beautiful setting and close to the beach. A dog friendly beach! The staff is very attentive and very helpful!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: November 17, 2022

    10
    Exceptional in all ways—we can't wait to return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We loved EVERYTHING about Villa Mara, and can't wait to come back!!! From the stunning and pitch perfect decor (think a slightly more modern Nancy Meyers meets Carmel) to the ideal setting and convenient locale (steps from the beach in Carmel Point), to the warm and welcoming staff and service (so attentive and thoughtful!), to the many thoughtful amenities and lovely breakfast (everything was TOP NOTCH...and we're a tough crowd!), we felt like Villa Mara was our home away from home and did not want to leave!

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2022

    10
    I hope to stay here again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This place was fantastic. One block from the beach, Private parking! If you have even been to the beach in Carmel, you know parking can be a challenge. If you want a romantic get away, you need to check this place out!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2022

    10
    Extraordinary
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not a thing!

    Beyond expectations. What a great get a way boutique hotel only 1/2 block walk to Carmel beach…. Listening to the waves at night was relaxing and leaving the windows open with a very warm duvet made our night sleep wonderful. The service was extraordinaire…. Thank you George, Robert, Rocky and everyone that continually asked, “what can we do for you.” Very home like without lifting a finger. Outdoor fireplaces, 24 hour wine available and a breakfast to look forward to everyday. Planning our next visit already. Thank you to owner Dev

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2022

    9.0
    We found a gem in Carmel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the pillows were the only thing that could be improved. there were two overly plump pillows and two very flat pillows. I’ve never complained about pillows before, so I am reaching for the one thing I didn’t like.

    the property is impeccable and the staff is communicative and gracious. Everything was modern, comfortable, elegant, easy and delightful.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2022

    10
    fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    friendly greeting the moment we arrived to the outstanding service provided thru our last day.

    impeccable service and a place that doesn't miss any details .

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2022

    10
    wonderful!!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was great.

    Breakfast was perfect. The location is quiet and relaxing. We enjoy walking the ocean pathway and to the shops.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2022

    10
    it’s the perfect getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing! everything was sublime

    The attention to detail is what I loved about this property. I don’t think there is another property like this in Carmel. The rooms were amazing and bathrooms with heated floors. As well the views are sublime and within seconds to the beach!

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: November 11, 2023

    8.0
    Great stay but more of a boutique hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not much pressure in the shower. Amazingly large shower though

    Beautifully interior designed. Incredible breakfast & comfortable bed!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2022

    8.0
    we loved our stay at Villa Mara and it’s proximity to the beach and walks makes it an ideal venue for visiting Carmel-by
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    soft mattress / small room with very limited clothes hanging or drawer storage and no space to store cases

    location and property design and ambience / staff welcome and attentiveness/ easy parking /

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2022

    5.0
    Disappointing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Had to ask to be moved to the room with a view and deck that we had booked. Room was very small. Breakfast was inconsistent. One day great next day not.

    Liked the location.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: June 12, 2022

    8.0
    Very nice and helpful staff.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We could hear other guests talking in the main areas.

    Location was good.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    amazing service staff felt like family

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: October 15, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2023

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