Carmel Green Lantern Inn

3.0 star property

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Family Suite
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Family Suite
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Casanova & 7th Avenue, Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Carmel HideAway Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Suite Ocean View

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Carmel HideAway

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Carmel

In the heart of Carmel, Carmel Green Lantern Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica. .This beach guesthouse is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Carmel River State Beach and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Carmel Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carmel River State Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 21 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dametra Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Edwins Kaona - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Carmel Green Lantern Inn

Sandy fun near Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica
Carmel Green Lantern Inn offers 17 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 17 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and fans, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 3 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Green Lantern Inn Carmel
Green Lantern Inn
Green Lantern Carmel
Carmel Green Lantern Inn
Carmel Green Lantern
Green Lantern Inn b&b
Green Lantern Hotel Carmel
The Green Lantern Inn
Carmel Green Lantern Carmel
Carmel Green Lantern Inn Carmel
Carmel Green Lantern Inn Bed & breakfast
Carmel Green Lantern Inn Bed & breakfast Carmel

Reviews

Carmel Green Lantern Inn Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 593 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 593 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 593 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 593 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 593 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was so great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. A little rough around the edges, but feels like they are trying to renovate
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Green Lantern Inn is a wonderful place to stay. For the price point, the location is unbeatable—within walking distance to both the beach and the heart of Carmel. The property is quiet and peaceful. We especially enjoyed the cozy fireplace in our room. The staff and manager were excellent. We hope to return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room! The charm inherent in the property exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

OLGA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute unique property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little cottage to spend some time at while you enjoy the downtown area, I loved how close the beach was (about a 3 minute walk) and how close downtown Carmel was (only a block away)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Trini

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Challenging

The location was very convenient, close to downtown & beach, but the parking was challenging very minimum spots at the Inn the rest available was on the street again very challenging & disappointing. The sofa bed was very uncomfortable, you could feel the springs, very disappointing. The breakfast needs improvement, they served Costco muffins & croissants (next day or two days old). For the prices they charge I thought it would be a lot more comfortable & with fresher pastries & perhaps some fruit. We won’t be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Green Lantern Inn is authentically sublime.. Upon arrival, we were 'graciously welcomed' by Ms Augustina, whose kindheartedness epitomizes the Inn's hospitable nature.. Captivation defined via serenity of a misty morn'n shoreline stroll..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Manda

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property looks lovely from the outside, with a beautiful garden and a great location. However, the interior of the room was disappointing and in need of a complete update. The bed frame was broken, the space felt cramped with little ventilation, and the bathroom was outdated with low quality toiletries. There’s no air conditioning, only a fan, which was unfortunately dusty but did the job. If you’re not particular about comfort and style, it might be fine, but otherwise, it leaves much to be desired.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Araceli

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was a cute Carmel cottage, however when I booked our room I didn’t realize how low the ceilings were. I am 6’ and had to watch my head while in the room due to its low ceiling height. The overall property is very nice, clean and very well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inn! We stayed for a wedding close by in the valley. Great place to stay for an easy walk to a really cute downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Isabella Anne

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a one-night stay in the middle of the week. The area was quiet and cozy and super walkable - we didn't touch the car until it was time to leave! The room was exactly what we needed for our quick stay and well-located. Sound travels a bit easily, especially footsteps from the next room. But the water was warm and the sheets were cozy and clean. Would revisit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hunter

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thought the executive suite would have a bit more space. They oversold the second bed which was a futon. Otherwise it was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing. Very easy to get around. I walked to dinner ans to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiro

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jill

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointment

Tiny, uncomfortable room with low ceilings. Uncomfortable pillows and not enough bedding for the cold temps. Very limited parking. Very loud neighbors. No daily cleaning service. Glitchy night stand lamps that turned on in in the middle of the night for no reason. No coffee or tea service in room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, PORTLAND

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Inn is just 1 block from Ocean and 3 blocks from 7th & Delores, with many excellent restaurants and art galleries nearby. The location is quiet with adequate parking. The rooms are small and dated, but the comfortable main house w/ coffee, tea, seating & tables, extra bathroom was a nice resource. The Inn was clean, but could use some remodeling and a fresh coat of paint. The staff was very helpful with restaurant recommendations, and we particularly enjoyed breakfast at La Bicyclette.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah, Lynden

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some rooms nice some dingy. We were apparently given an upgrade - it was not an upgrade - it was dingy and smelled and had two doors to the outside and neither were sealed properly. Finally got the room we booked - it was better - but no windows opened so it got stuffy. No housekeeping unless requested. No bakery items in the morning as they said there would be and no cookies in afternoon...again...as they said there would be. Coffee is organic and only creamer type pumps. Only oat milk for tea or powder. Gardens are not kept up nor lawns. First time we have been disappointed in Carmel with accommodations. First set of staff were not the friendliest. The ladies the last two days we were there were quite nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tejdipto

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and quiet and walking distance to Main Street. Great seating area by the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duraye

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a cute room (The laurel) which had views of the ocean. Perfectly located to town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025