Hyatt Carmel Highlands

4.0 star property

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Beach nearby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Bar (on property)
Front of property - evening/night
Fireplace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool

Explore the area

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120 Highland Dr, Carmel, CA, 93923
  • Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Point Lobos Ranch
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Hidden Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Suite (POINTLOBOS)

  • 850 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite (HIGHLANDS)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (California)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 320 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Townhome, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • 320 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite (Big Sur)

  • 603 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite (Sunset)

  • 549 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel resort close to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free resort. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a hot tub are onsite.
Hyatt Carmel Highlands offers 142 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Carmel resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages.
In addition to a full-service spa, Hyatt Carmel Highlands features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The resort offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Business-related amenities consist of a business center and meeting rooms. This business-friendly resort also offers a fitness center, spa services, and a terrace. Onsite self parking and valet parking are complimentary.

Hyatt Carmel Highlands is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Pacific's Edge - This restaurant serves breakfast and lunch.

Languages

Dutch, English, Filipino, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Pacific's Edge

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 28 2024 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from July 24 2024 to April 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Exterior
  • Swimming pool
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 33.15 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 35 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
It is Hyatt’s practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy. Appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands Hyatt
Carmel Hyatt
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Hyatt Carmel
Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast Hotel
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Hyatt Highlands Carmel
Hyatt Highlands Hotel
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Carmel Highland Inn
Highlands Hotel Hyatt Carmel
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Hyatt Carmel Highlands Hotel
Hyatt Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast Hotel
Hyatt Carmel Highlands Overlooking Big Sur Coast Resort
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Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 742 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 742 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 742 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 742 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 742 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and setting
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous views..
Lovely, our new favorite! Gorgeous views..
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was just right
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sari

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I loved everything about my stay at the hotel. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jo-Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are dated. Noise level due to construction was loud. Wish we knew before we booked.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful view, unhelpful staff,not worth the pric
Amazing view but most stuff entirely unhelpful. Not worth the price. Upon check in, although already paid for, made me go get my physical drivers license although electronic version was provided. They told me the physical ID would provide information that the electronic version did not provide. Two identical copies. This was after waiting forever to check in. Then failed to tell me that there was a short little pathway to my room. Instead, we drove all the way around and had to go down countless flights of stairs to get to our room. It was then an issue to get assistance with the luggage. I had to call four times just to order breakfast. Mind you, I was attempting to order as a surprise for my husband’s birthday. Overall, very frustrating with the staff, but again, beautiful view. Definitely would not say thought that the view is worth the hassle and price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our first room was dirty. But they upgraded us to a suite due to the inconvenience it caused.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Paria, Bellevue

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location is great with fantastic view. However, I found the staff at the front desk unhelpful and rude. The checkin time is at 4:00 pm and we were there at 3:35. They didn’t check us in and texted us at 4:15 that the room is ready! after waiting for 20 minutes in a long line I was able to check in second time. The rooms are outdated and the coffee machine was not functioning properly. The pool was closed and no where in Expedia where we booked our room had mentioned about it. The food and the staff in the restaurant were great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came for my 70th birthday and I was not disappointed at all. I had heard the property was starting to show its age, etc but our room was so lovely and has a fantastic view of the ocean. The staff at check-in, valet, servers in the restaurant, everyone were to welcoming and gracious. Hated to leave after 4 days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Old rooms but beautiful view.
If you have any problems with walking and stairs make sure you tell staff when making reservations. Some of the rooms are not convenient to parking. We had to unload and go down 3 flights of stairs since the hotel is built into a hill. Then go park uphill and walk back down. Could be a problem for some people. Hotel rooms are old and they say fireplace but it was just a fake fireplace and looks really cheap. Restaurant was not open for dinner since we were mid week. For a hotel that looks like it would be a 4 star hotel it is more like a 3 star. The views are amazing. But if you are looking for a hotel to celebrate an Anniversary or special occassion just be aware that this hotel gives off a vibe of being old.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Donald

Traveled with partner
The views were great. Service at the restaurant was very slow. Our room was very dated and lacked amenities for the price. During the check in process they tried to sell us additional nights for furture dates. Felt like a time share sales pitch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a little confusing and sometimes a walk
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views are to die for. The restaurant there didn't have very many menu options. It wasn't easy to find parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Hon

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Experience doesn’t match the price. Clogged toilet, tight shower space and bathroom. More feasible for a couple only, not for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great birthday celebration with spectacular ocean views from the Pacific's Edge Restaurant and our room. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey Morgan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying here. It is such a beautiful hotel with beautiful grounds. It has amazing views. The restaurant was great. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Karen

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the price
Although check-in is at 4:00, our room wasn't ready until 4:15. We arrived at 3:00, so we had a drink at the bar after a long day's drive. Once checked in, we had to schlepp our luggage up multiple sets of outside steps to get to our room. Inside the room, the bathroom is small, with a small shower, but it had two sinks pretty close together. The cabinet was rather beat up and looked like it was the original cabinetry. There was only one lamp in the large living area, and a HUGE spa taking up about a quarter of the space in the room. On one day of our stay, I went to find ice, which someone from the front desk area had to go get for me. She advised they could bring it to me in the future. The next day upon our return to the hotel, we stopped by the front desk and asked them to please deliver a bucket of ice to our room. Twenty-five minutes later, I went in search of the ice. The woman who had gotten our ice the day before was surprised to learn that we had put in a request face-to-face with someone at the front desk. She hadn't gotten any message, and one of the men who had been standing there when we talked to his partner (who was no longer there) just stood there silently, not volunteering that we had in fact stopped by. The only thing good about this experience was the view from our room. However, we will NEVER stay here at this overpriced hotel again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eunjae

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is beautiful resort in Carmel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Cibelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024