This family-friendly hotel is situated just two blocks from restaurants, shopping, and art galleries and within a mile of the beach. Cozy guest rooms feature knotty pine headboards, dressers, and TV armoires; watercolor artwork; and granite vanities in bathrooms. Many of the rooms offer relaxing ocean views.

Best Western Carmel Bay View Inn Amenities:

• 59 rooms, 5 story. Complimentary continental breakfast. Check-in 3 pm, check-out 11 am. High-speed Internet access. Outdoor pool. Credit cards accepted.