Welcome to Carmel Valley Lodge

3-acre Eco-Friendly Lodge with Pool, Spa, Gift Shop, Yoga and Hiking Excursions

This iconic Carmel Valley hotel is being lovingly restored by a local, hospitality savvy family and a friendly staff who await your arrival.

Located just minutes from the famed Carmel-by-the-Sea, Big Sur, Monterey Peninsula, and Weathertech (Laguna Seca) Raceway, Carmel Valley is a serene escape for year-round visitors. No matter what the season, Carmel Valley is known for its sunny, fog-free days, cool nights, and warm ambiance.

Carmel Valley Lodge is a peaceful setting with over three acres of flowers, fruit trees, water features, and a seasonally heated pool and spa. The fire-pits provide the friendly, relaxed atmosphere this property is famous for. Our Gardens, Lobby, Garden Patio Rooms, Fireplace Suites, and Cottages provide private spaces to spread out and enjoy the property. We currently offer an expanded and changing, complimentary Continental Breakfast with daily fresh baked goodies, egg dishes, granola & yoghurts, fruit, and great locally roasted coffee. We offer weekend Yoga Classes, and Big Sur and Carmel Valley Guided Hikes. Our Gift Gallery is ever expanding to include local fine and folk art, souvenirs, jewelry, garden art, and unique knit, embroidered wearables and yummy Snacks, refreshments, and Ice Cream. Our newly opened San Souci Events Center is ready to host local and private events, and we’re looking forward to offering Poolside and Late-Arrival Snacks soon.

We’re just a short 5-minute walk to Carmel Valley Village, where you’ll find some unique shopping, fine dining, and 29 Wine Tasting rooms.

Carmel Valley Lodge is Dog Friendly, and Parking and Wi-Fi are free.

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Accommodations

We feature comfy CA King and Queen beds in our one, two, and 3-bedroom units where you'll be sleeping on the most luxurious linens imaginable. All rooms are charmingly furnished with real furniture giving you a warm comfy feeling of home.

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Continental Breakfast

Our Breakfast service is offered from 8:00-10:00 in the Lobby Breakfast Room where you'll have yummy choices and decide where to enjoy them; by the Pool, in your room, on your private patio, or in our safe spaced breakfast room.

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Yoga

Theresa is a highly trained Yoga Instructor specializing in teaching the right yoga positions with individual needs in mind. “One-size, fits all” Yoga not taught here! 9:30-10:30 am Friday through Sunday and requires appointment

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Hiking

Hike the most breathtaking trails of Big Sur and the Carmel Valley with a local guide who has lived in the area for almost her entire life.

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Woof-Woof "Thanks for taking me along"

We love our dogs and we’re going to love yours, too. Complimentary “P-Mail” on the front lawn. Dog Fee applies.

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ADA

Under the guidance of a CASp, we are in permit phase of renovations for compliance.

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Our Event Center

The San Souci Event Center at Carmel Valley Lodge, is the perfect venue for your carefree” special event. Let us help you plan that perfect Wedding Reception, Anniversary or Birthday Party, Business Meeting, Family Reunion, or Cocktail Social on the patio, under the stars. We’ll assist you in making your special event so much more special than you imagined.

From our on-site commercial kitchen, the caterer of your choice can provide the perfect fare for up to 120 guests, in the hall and under the stars of the adjoining patio, amongst the twinkly fairy lighted trees and canopies.

Invite your guests to dance or just enjoy the music coming from your favorite quartet, performing in the Band Stand located on the patio amongst the flowers and lighted Pepper trees.

Email our Events Coordinator, Candace Cate at Candace@valleylodge.com or call (831)659-2261 with a brief description of the event you’re dreaming about. Include the date, type of event, number of guests, and the best way to contact you.

Thank you for your interest in the San Souci Event Center. We look forward to making your next special occasion a truly magical one.

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Watch Us Bloom

Owned and operated by a local family with over 40-years of hospitality experience, this iconic Hotel is undergoing a transformation that is in every way influenced by the cultivation and care of unique trees, flowers, vegetables, bees, birds, so that the joy, tranquility, and beauty they bring to our lives is actually felt and not just seen.

With attention to every detail, and constant improvements, this iconic hotel has been transformed into a tranquil, full amenities, family and dog friendly destination from which to enjoy all that the Carmel Valley and Monterey Peninsula has to offer.