Located near Carmel Beach, Normandy Inn offers a tranquil retreat with free continental breakfast and a serene garden. Unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or explore the nearby beach that past guests rave about.
Ocean Ave., btwn Monte Verde St. & Casanova St., Carmel, CA, 93923
What's nearby
Galante Vineyards - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Carmel Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Sunset Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Carmel Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
17-Mile Drive - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 15 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 41 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 44 min drive
Monterey Station - 21 min drive
Salinas Station - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - 2 min walk
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - 1 min walk
Chez Noir - 6 min walk
La Bicyclette - 4 min walk
Il Fornaio - 1 min walk
About this property
Normandy Inn
When you stay at Normandy Inn, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Monterey Bay and Pebble Beach Golf Links are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free offsite parking within 30 ft
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Housekeeping on request
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from April to October
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Normandy Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Normandy Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Normandy Inn?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Normandy Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Normandy Inn?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Normandy Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Normandy Inn and nearby?
Normandy Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Normandy Inn like?
Normandy Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Carmel Beach and 7 minutes' walk from 17-Mile Drive. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Reviews
Normandy Inn Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The property is within a short walk to the beach and offers a convenient location for beach access. (65 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently great with a variety of options and friendly service. (48 reviews)
The pool was a pleasant surprise, being heated and well-maintained in a beautiful garden setting. (13 reviews)
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
May 3, 2026
Superb hotel and surroundings.
Lars
Lars, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2026
Perfect stay! Easy walking distance to all shops and restaurants. Will stay there again next time we are in the area.
Zac
Zac, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
Overall a great stay, very clean!
Esteffania
Esteffania, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2026
Outstanding location in a very well run property. The entire staff is courteous and professional. Included Parking & breakfast were both excellent and our room was large and very comfortable.
Wayne
Wayne, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
Charming, great location, comfy beds, clean, quiet.
Morgan
Morgan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2026
Great staff, very nice room and very good breakfast options.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2026
What a lovely stay we had at the Normandy Inn! The room was charming, the location perfect and the staff friendly! Absolutely no complaints!!
dena
dena, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2026
My room was perfect for my 3 days in town. The pool was heated nice and warm. Just three short blocks to the beautiful beach and ocean, and right outside your door fantastic stores & restaurants up and down Ocean Avenue.
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2025
It was a great stay.
Karla
Karla, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2026
Clean room, wonderfully helpful staff and a fantastic location!
Margaret
Margaret, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2026
Good location cute room and property
Kathy
Kathy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2026
Hotel location is perfect, room was very clean, above average bedding & towels, comfortable bed. On site parking limited but accessed a spot each night.
Breakfast continental, yet plenty. Coffee very good. Attendant in breakfast room was helpful & pleasant.
Elaine
Elaine, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2026
The little cabins are quaint. And the staff is very nice. Very convienient location
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2026
Comfortable and very clean room in a beautiful setting and close to the beach and many restaurants. Good breakfast! Wonderful friendly and professional staff!
luba
luba, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
The hotel is clean and stylish!
Valentyna
Valentyna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2025
Great downtown location, clean, quiet and historic!
Jeff
Jeff, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2025
Clean and near the beach, shopping and dining
Jesse
Jesse, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
outstanding place, cant wait to stay again.
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2025
Great stay in the heart of Carmel! Highly recommend!
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 21, 2025
This was a cute hotel close to the beach and town
kindra
kindra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2026
We parked on the street. Very little parking in the lot
David and Jennifer
David and Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2025
Clean room stay excellent and plenty of shops and places to eat
Chuck
Chuck, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 6, 2025
Very nice staff and a convenient place to stay
Julie
Julie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2025
The room was awesome and the breakfast was great! Great location next to restaurants and shopping! Would stay here again!
BRIAN
BRIAN, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
Great location and great rooms. Perfect breakfast with light variety of food.