Experience the charm of Carmel Green Lantern Inn, a tranquil retreat near Monterey Bay Aquarium. Unwind in the garden, connect with in-room WiFi, and enjoy bike rentals to explore nearby sights like Carmel Beach.
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 37 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 40 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 116 min drive
Monterey Station - 21 min drive
Salinas Station - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Carmel Bakery - 4 min walk
Il Fornaio - 3 min walk
Dametra Cafe - 4 min walk
Sade's Cocktails - 3 min walk
La Bicyclette - 3 min walk
About this property
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
When you stay at Carmel Green Lantern Inn, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite volleyball. Also, Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
17 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited
Free off-site parking within 10 ft
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Beach volleyball
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Bicycle rentals
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Bike storage
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Handrails in stairways
Area rugs in room
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Fan
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Highchair
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Access via exterior corridors
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 57.50 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Carmel Green Lantern Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Carmel Green Lantern 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.
Are pets allowed at Carmel Green Lantern Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 57.50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Carmel Green Lantern Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Carmel Green Lantern Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 50 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Carmel Green Lantern Inn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs and segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Carmel Green Lantern Inn like?
Carmel Green Lantern Inn is in Golden Rectangle, a short 5-minute walk from Carmel Beach and 9 minutes' walk from 17-Mile Drive. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Carmel Green Lantern Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 February 2025
Pleasant Stay & Beautiful Sunset
Very comfortable bed, room was clean, and property was quiet. Check-in was easy, and they even had complimentary baked goods & coffee! Front desk clerk was super helpful, and walked us to our room, which she graciously changed at check-in for a larger bed.
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 February 2025
Very close to everything downtown Carmel. We parked our car at the Inn and didn't use it the rest of the weekend.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 December 2024
Hotel is quaint and lovely. Short walk to the heart of Carmel, with good restaurants and beautiful shops. Fun to just walk around, and the beach is just a few blocks from the hotel.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 November 2024
Cozy Corner of Carmel
Such a cozy place to stay and the staff is very sweet. Delicious cookies as well!
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 September 2024
We enjoyed our stay
Arlo
Arlo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 January 2025
An Easy Choice
Staying at the Green Lantern was easy and comfortable. The parking in the front and on the side street were just steps away from our room. Plenty of windows and natural light in the Pine Room. Three different locks on the door gave me peace of mind since the door was close to the street. The hotel is quaint, you aren’t getting a resort experience or top tier accommodations, but we were completely satisfied with our room for our short stay!
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
This place was amazing! So cute and a quick walk to the ocean. The staff was amazing as well and very welcoming!! We would definitely stay here again!!
Margot
Margot, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 September 2024
Good hotel with ocean view for my room.
Xiaochuan
Xiaochuan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2024
Very clean and very quaint. Jacky was amazing and so helpful. Great location!
Lissa
Lissa, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
23 October 2024
This is a beautiful property, however the rooms deserately need a refresh.
Sabine
Sabine, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 April 2024
Staff were very friendly, atmosphere of property was warm and inviting.
Isabel
Isabel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2024
Fresh baked goods in the check in area, cute cottage look, friendly staff, close to the beach, what more could you ask for? Very happy we stayed here.
Colette
Colette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
Quaint little inn in the middle of town! The clerk who checked us in was extremely accommodating!
Hans
Hans, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 February 2024
Very confortable and very close to the commercial zone (shop and restaurants)
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 January 2024
We really like this place! Our second time already, it's peaceful and cozy.
Eduardo
Eduardo, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 October 2023
good location and value for the area
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
10 February 2025
Disappointment
Not great. Quite disappointed. We asked about our room being available at 11:30 am. We know it’s not guaranteed but the guy in the phone didn’t know and fumbled his words for 10 min until he said they were working on it and “it should be ready in 30 min.” It wasn’t ready when until 3:30 pm. The girl behind the desk wasn’t dressed very professionally, when we got to the room it was cold and the only thing in the room was an outdated wall heater that goes on and off every 30 min. The bathroom was freezing cold, the ice machine was out of order, and the gentleman behind the desk didn’t know much about the hotel and what was available. It was not a very good experience.
Tommy Lee
Tommy Lee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
Great
Jill
Jill, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2023
Quaint, conveniently located closely to beach, shop’s & restaurants
Meredith
Meredith, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2023
A perfect spot for beach and shopping. Lovely accommodations.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 June 2024
Cute little spot for a decent enough price considering all the fancy shopping and dining within just a few walkable blocks. Parking can be hit or miss though. We almost had to park on the street then got lucky last minute in an onsite parking spot.
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 June 2023
Amazing and cute little inn
Allen
Allen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2023
We stayed in the Laurel room and it was very cute! Bed was very comfy! We will definitely stay here again!