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Wayside Inn

California Coast - CA · United States

7th Avenue & Mission StreetView location

9.2/10Excellent1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.0/109.0
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.8/109.8
Value10.0/1010.0
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About Wayside Inn

Enjoy convenient amenities at the Wayside Inn, including complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and a cozy lobby fireplace. The front desk operates during limited hours. Free self-parking is available onsite. Settle into one of the 22 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions with satellite programming.

Private bathrooms include showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. You'll also appreciate desks, separate sitting areas, and phones with free local calls. Located in the heart of Carmel, the Wayside Inn is within a 15-minute walk of Carmel Beach and the iconic 17-Mile Drive.

This hotel is also a short drive from Monterey Bay and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

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A stay at Wayside Inn places you in the heart of Carmel, within a 15-minute walk of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. This hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Monterey Bay and 6.1 mi (9.7 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.

Conveniences include desks and refrigerators, as well as phones with free local calls. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Blair Estate Tasting Room 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Carmel Plaza 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Galante Vineyards 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Sunset Center 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Golden Bough Playhouse 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Forest Theater Guild 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Carmel Beach 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
17-Mile Drive 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Carmel Mission Basilica 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Carmel River State Beach 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Tor House 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
The Barnyard 3 km / 1.9 mi
Pebble Beach Golf Links 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Point Lobos Ranch 4.4 km / 2.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 22
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Fireplace
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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  • QUADRUPLE NON SMOKINGQUADRUPLE • NON SMOKINGQUA.NM

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  • DOUBLE KING BED NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • KING BED NON SMOKINGDBL.KG-NM

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    KING BED NON SMOKING

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  • STUDIO DELUXE KING BEDSTUDIO • DELUXE KING BEDSTU.DX-KG

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    STUDIO DELUXE KING BED

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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: STU.DX-KG

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  • SUITE PREMIUM KING BEDSUITE • PREMIUM KING BEDSUI.KG-PI

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    SUITE PREMIUM KING BED

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    PREMIUM KING BED

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST

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    Room code: STU.ST

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGQUADRUPLE • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGQUA.NM-QN

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    QUADRUPLE
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    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Room code: QUA.NM-QN

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  • SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX

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    SUITE DELUXE

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    SUITE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: SUI.DX

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  • DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • Accessible KING SIZE BEDDBL.H6-KG

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    DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.H6-KG

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  • SUITE PREMIUM NON SMOKINGSUITE • PREMIUM NON SMOKINGSUI.PI-NM

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    SUITE PREMIUM NON SMOKING

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    PREMIUM NON SMOKING

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    Room code: SUI.PI-NM

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  • STUDIO PREMIUM KING BEDSTUDIO • PREMIUM KING BEDSTU.KG-PI

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    STUDIO PREMIUM KING BED

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    PREMIUM KING BED

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    Room code: STU.KG-PI

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Wayside Inn

9.2
Excellent
1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.8 /10
Value
10.0 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Mallory
The staff here was amazing and we really loved the recently updated rooms. The free on-site parking was convenient and we loved the added bonus of local affiliated businesses discounts.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Hannah
Really beautiful renovations. Great location. The parking was a little tricky but it worked out.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2026
Rollin
Was very clean and staff was really nice.
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jul 2026
Casey
It was well renovated, clean, located conveniently. Everything was fine except that we got the first floor room and could clearly hear everything happening above us. Sound insultation was really bad, we could hear the next door snoring, seriously. The view from the windows was parking lot so had to keep the blinds down all time. Not terrible but overpriced.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Marthe
This was even better than I expected! Our room seemed newly redone and the property is so convenient to walking around town. Loved our stay!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2026
David
We wished to inquire about the free breakfast but no one answered the phone as Front Desk before 8AM? Most travelers get going early in the AM. Had to eat breakfast elsewhere.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Jamie
Beautiful, large rooms in a wonderful location. The mattress is very comfortable. Everything was very clean and well taken care of.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Scott
The room was amazing. Great location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Shipman
Staff was great!! We were the first to stay in our renovated room which was done really fantastic!! The only downside was the water pressure in the shower was very weak. I let the office know and hope the fixed it! Its truly a quaint awesome property!! My other regret is I left the hotel before They opened the front office and I didn’t get my cookies!! Ughh they were really good and i got them during our check in! I would definitely stay there again!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2025
Claudia
The room is clean! The cleaning staff is wonderful and spoke Spanish like myself and my partner. Parking spots go fast, but, also? people come and go all day.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
Peter
Great location. Great staff. Roll out of bed and you’re right there!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
RICHARD
Everything was wonderful
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Constance
This hotel is had classic vibes. Lovely, spotless rooms. Great fireplaces and balconies. Some rooms are the perfect view for the gorgeous Carmel sunsets.
8/10
Excellent
29 Nov 2025
Julien
The room was clean and spacious, the bed super comfy
6/10
Pleasant
29 Nov 2025
Paula
I booked this hotel based on the pictures of rooms. It looked so bright and cheery... Not So.. We had room #3. It was in an alcove and the room was the darkest hotel room I have encountered on my travels. The king suite was ok, it had a gas fireplace, but you needed lights during the day. The king size bed and sofa were terrible. Both very worn, and need to be replaced, very uncomfortable. I also did not like that you had to exit the bedroom through the bathroom to get to the small living room area. It was also a little overpriced for the condition of bed and sofa. Liked where the property is located, and of course love Carmel, but did not really like room #3.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2025
Jessica
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.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2025
Marianne
Wayside was a lovely choice for us. Free parking and walkable to everything we wanted. Staff were all courteous and helpful. They allowed us to check in 2 hours early and an hour late. The beds and bedding are luxurious and so comfortable. There were premium channels, such as HBO and MAX. Plenty of USB/USBC chargers next to the beds. There were lots of lovely details, like soft robes, a fan and extra comforter in the closet. There was mini-fridge and coffee maker in the room with real half/half. Toiletries, including shampoo, shower gel and a shower cap. The lobby always had complimentary coffee, apples, fresh baked cookies, candy and hot tea assortment, ready to go. They also had complimentary filtered water and a thermos instead of single-use plastics.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2025
Igor
Everything is great: staff, amenities ext.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2025
Debbie
Great stay, very convenient to walking around Carmel. Great location, very clean and cute.
6/10
Pleasant
14 Oct 2025
Mara
The place needs to be repiped. The bathroom had a foul sewage odor.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
06 Oct 2025
Mark
Paid extra for balcony and it was basically a chair in the parking lot. LOUD room near stairwell, water pipes vibrated so loud it sounded like a belt sander on the floor. Very disappointed by the noise, loved the location but we definitely would not stay here again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2025
Ian
Very comfortable
8/10
Excellent
01 Oct 2025
Ronald
Excellent location, excellent room size. Nice people at reception
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Sep 2025
Joe
The pictures of the property location that are on expedia are somewhat misleading. as the property fronts Hwy 1 which is very noisy
noisy. ItThe proprty is
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2025
Olivia

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!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2025
Ana
It was a very nice place to stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2025
Ashok
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Great Stay — Clean, Comfortable, and Welcoming

We had a lovely time during our stay. The room was spotless and the bed very comfortable — perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. The property felt well cared for, and the staff were friendly and attentive.

The only thing missing was air conditioning, which made the room a bit warm but the room was provided with a table fan which helped.

Overall, a great experience and we’d happily stay again !
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
Verified traveler
Good choice. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Really good location for walking and proximity to restaurants and shopping. Having a parking space went a long way on a busy holiday weekend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
Jon
Enjoyed the property. Room was great and the staff were so helpful and accommodating. The location is walking distance to everything including the beach. Would definitely come back again. Nice personal feel with everything.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Aug 2025
Joseph
No way to turn on the AC on… the room was very warm when we got in. Had to open all the windows and door.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Aug 2025
Mel
Perfect location, near all the restaurants and stores. Our room was on the ground floor and very cosy and comfortable. We had a kitchen that was well equipped for a short stay. Beds were soft and comfy. The whole property is very traditional cottage style which was very cute. Gas fireplace in the living room was a nice touch.
Staff were friendly and helpful and gave us good directions to the beach. We enjoyed our stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2025
Tina
Very friendly staff and comfortable accommodations.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Aug 2025
Anne
Liked the premium room.
Everyone very friendly!
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Sky
Very cute inn right by the downtown area. Easy to walk to and from shops and restaurants. Very quiet area and very high standards with cleanliness. I would stay here again.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2025
Ai
Really enjoy how close the hotel is walking distance to everything and how clean the hotel is . Jacuzzi tub was almost definitely a plus . Would book again :)
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
christine
Like it a lot
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2025
Rachel
The rooms were spacious. Walking distance from great restaurants and coffee shops.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2025
Carla
Great hotel!
8/10
Excellent
19 Jul 2025
Margaret
We loved our fireplace and our comfortable room.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2025
kelly

Great place.

Clean , quiet, friendly staff, well located for downtown walking/shopping/dining. Would definitely stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2025
Elia
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!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2025
Xiaowei
Very convenient location and super friendly and helpful staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2025
Art

A Wonderful Place to Relax and Enjoy Carmel

The Wayside Inn is our favorite place to stay in Carmel-by-the-Sea. The staff is outstanding, always welcoming and helpful. The rooms are charming, clean, and comfortable. We always sleep well at the Wayside! Its location is outstanding, close to shops and restaurants. Ms. Fabulous is perfect for finding the latest fashions. The sliders and beer at Mulligan’s are a great way to refuel at noon, and the happy hour at Vesuvio can’t be beaten. And Terry’s Lounge is perfect for classic charm and a cocktail. We definitely will return to the Wayside again and again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2025
James
Property is in a great location and our accommodations were wonderful. Friendly staff and, again, great location.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2025
Man
My daughter and parents loved the place very much. Convenient location and beautiful room with fireplace, we will definitely choose here again.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
Pam
Great location close to shops and dining. Very friendly staff. Clean and comfy.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2025
GENE
Dated property which could use upgrades in bathroom, plugs and USB ports near the bed, otherwise comfortable and convenient.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
Mary
Great location, quaint, clean, had everything we needed.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 May 2025
Alana
Staff was very responsive to our requests. Rooms were a little outdated but very comfortable and spacious. Bathroom was clean with plenty of amenities. Easy walk to ding and shops. Front office had coffee, cookies, and snacks.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 May 2025
Josh
Great location and amenities for the price.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2025
Jennifer
Lovely inn in a lovely setting.
Family
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2025
Bin
We stayed one night, easy parking, cozy room, easy walking to all the shop
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2025
Roger

Well located

All hotels are expensive in Carmel. Most offer an in room meagre “breakfast” but the wayside offers nothing - except coffee and cookies or fruit in reception.
The complimentary reusable water bottles are a nice touch and tick the eco box - just a shame they come covered in plastic!
Well located for the price
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2025
Lillian
What a fabulous location! Close to shopping, dining and wine tasting. Clean, charming, friendly!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2025
Vinny
Very quaint and clean accommodations. We loved the location being so close to shopping and great restaurants.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2025
Maggie

Charming and convenient

Charming and conveniently located Inn in the heart of downtown Carmel-by-the Sea. Easy, walkable location. Quite sufficient for our girls' trip. Loved drinking coffee on the little patio, covered in flowering plants.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2025
Alex
Staff was pleasant and area was lovely.
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2025
Kevin
Great price, location, and hotel quality. It was an excellent experience for a stay in Carmel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2025
Bob
Great place to stay! Close to all shopping and restaurants. Room was exceptionally clean. The couch in our room was dated but that didn't bother us. They do not have a continental breakfast. Nice man checked us in as well. We will be back!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025
Melissa
Most comfortable bed I have ever slept in
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Lisa
cute little property in the
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2025
Niyabela
The lower deluxe double queen felt like we were underground not a lot of light and can hear people going up and down the stairs but it was clean and quiet overall
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2025
Helen
Great location
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Mar 2025
Verified traveler
We ended up in a stuff room with old carpets and furniture. It needed to be aired out multiple times a day. The shower had poor pressure and the bathroom sink knobs were very difficult to turn. Heating the room was a constant issue as it would make the CO2 alarm sound.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2025
Anna-Lisa
This was the cleanest hotel I have ever stayed at!! I loved that it had a stove and full size refrigerator. Also loved the fireplace!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2025
Cathy
This is a great hotel. Beautiful rooms. Lovely lobby with friendly staff. Our first time here but definitely not the last.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Jo Ann
Very nice!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2025
Susan

Lovely

Lovely stay with family and friends. Great location
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2025
Vladimir
na
6/10
Pleasant
31 Dec 2024
Susanne
Property is dated and needs renovations, new furniture etc. Room was musty and bed was lumpy and uncomfortable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2024
Jason
Great location, great rooms!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Nov 2024
Shazia
Great location opposite a lovely coffee shop. Good size rooms room. Bit dated in furniture and room was a bit musty, needs more airing regularly.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
Wendy
Wayside was a fun stay. The kitchen came in handy as did the fireplace, as the weather started to get cold in the evenings. Across the street is rise and shine (a breakfast spot). All in a 5 minute walk in every direction there are wine tasting rooms, shopping, food, art galleries, and more. Make reservations for everything you really want to do. It’s a small town that is big on tourism.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2024
Rick
Walking distance to everything, had a nice and peaceful stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
Charan
Absolutely beautiful place to stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
Corena
Really enjoyed my stay here. Staff was very courteous and professional. Quiet room (I think the windows are double-paned).Shout out to the staff taking care of the rooms! Very clean, walked into the bedroom and the bed looked like a big cloud! Nice little touches the way the towels were displayed (hotels don't seem to do this anymore). Location is excellent. I left my car parked and walked everywhere. Across the street is shopping. I had breakfast at Rise & Roam, and dinner a couple times at the Pub there. Also, the hotel had an unexpected water pipe that needed to be repaired but hotel was communicated effectively and the issue did not interrupt my stay at all. Will definitely stay here again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2024
Jeanelle
This quaint property is in the heart of downtown Carmel. Wonderful restaurants are within walking distance as well as to Carmel beach! This is our second time staying here and will stay again the next time we visit!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
Matthew
Great location. Very relaxing stay. Staff was very accommodating.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
John
Check in was a flash, room spacious and comfortable and location ideal.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Danica
The location is wonderful.
Staff was nice and the room was perfect. Love the space and fireplace.
We would stay here again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2024
Andra
Great location, a bit dated but that matches the charm of Carmel. Walls are thin and nights are loud. Bring ear plugs. Night revelers will make their presence known at 0200.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2024
Ivy Grace
The safe were friendly. Thank you for the complementary bottle. Definitely my husband and i will come back.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2024
Richard
The hotel was lovely, I couldn’t fault it
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
Graham
Visited Carmel many times and this is my favorite mid priced property. Excellent location close enough to Ocean Avenue, but in quiet neighborhood. Spacious well appointed rooms with gas fireplaces for chilly evenings. O
ff street parking provided. Well decorated, but the furniture is becoming a little worn.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2024
Ray

Lovely little hotel

Very nice room with separate living room with fire place and tv in each room. Well equipped. My only complaint is that the mini fridge must have had something spoil in it at one time…smell was awful. You should replace it. Not much parking but we got a spot.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2024
Peggy
Beautiful room and great location.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Sep 2024
Mirna
Very quirky place. Clean and cozy. Felt weird that the actual bathroom/toilet didn’t have a door. Overall good stay
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2024
David
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Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2024
Linda
Enjoy our stay and will be back. Very walkable to Carmel Beach, Restaurants and Shopping.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2024
Jill

Super cute

A very nice room with a comfortable bed and cute little patio space. The fireplace is great and easy to use. The only thing I wish the room had was a mini fridge.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
CHRISTINE
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The suite was spacious, clean and nicely decorated. We especially enjoyed coffee in the room and the complimentary reusable insulated water bottles and daily cookies and fresh fruit. The location was perfect for walking through Carmel and easy to walk to the beach.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
Joseph
Beautiful suites!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Susan
Very clean, cute and cozy!! Would definitely come again if I was guaranteed a parking spot as we had to park several blocks away.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2024
Rachel
Great location and wonderful rooms, but parking is limited. Comfortable beds, nice balcony, spacious room, close to shopping and dining. It was a decent walk to beach, but do-able - (hills) may be a challenge for someone with limitations. Once we parked on site, we were able to walk everywhere for our stay which was very nice.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2024
eric
All of the above!
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2024
Tomas

Parking issues

We didn't find information in advance while booking that parking on site is like a lottery - despite it's free for the guests, be prepared to be surprised when you leave your spot to find it already taken. This was not mentioned by the administration when we checked in upon arrival as well. It seems that there is not enough parking space for all the guests. Good to know that public parking was free 5 minutes walk away from the hotel.

However, Carmel itself left great impression with it's restaurants and surroundings.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2024
Deana
Very nice! Large clean room.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2024
jayalakshmi
The stay was very comfortable and very convenient! Walkable to many restaurants and the beach ! The staff were very friendly and approachable.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2024
Tina

Perfect for our Staycation

The Wayside Inn is a perfect spot for a quick visit to lovely Carmel by the Sea. Great location, near Ocean Avenue. We scored a parking spot in the property!! Very nice staff, we look forward to coming back soon.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2024
Art

A wonderful place to enjoy your stay in Carmel

We love the Wayside Inn! The rooms are charming, while never looking worn or dated. Our room was spacious and comfortable, with a cute balcony where we could enjoy our morning coffee. The bed was luxurious, and the amenities greatly appreciated. The staff greeted us with courtesy and helpfulness — everyone was eager to make our stay as pleasant as possible. Their eco-friendliness extends to complimentary reusable water bottles that cut down on the use of plastics and were also a nice memento of our stay. The Inn is convenient to terrific restaurants and shopping. A wonderful place to enjoy your vacation in Carmel-by-the-Sea!
Partner

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Wayside Inn
7th Avenue & Mission Street, Carmel By The Sea, United States

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