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Carmel Mission Inn vs InterContinental the Clement Monterey

Carmel Mission Inn is a family-friendly, midscale Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel that works well as a relaxed base for Big Sur, Pebble Beach and local beaches. InterContinental the Clement Monterey is a branded upscale Cannery Row waterfront hotel aimed at travelers who want a prime Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row location.

Updated · about 11 km (7 miles) apart

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Carmel Mission Inn

Family-friendly · Heated outdoor pool · Near Highway 1/Big Sur

Best for families and road-trippers who want an affordable, relaxed Carmel base with easy access to 17-Mile Drive and Big Sur.

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InterContinental the Clement Monterey, Monterey, California

InterContinental the Clement Monterey

Waterfront · Branded upscale · Steps from Monterey Bay Aquarium

Best for travelers who want a full-service, branded hotel on Cannery Row within walking distance of the Monterey Bay Aquarium and waterfront dining.

Quick Verdict: Carmel Mission Inn vs InterContinental the Clement Monterey

When Carmel Mission Inn wins: choose Carmel Mission Inn if you want a family-friendly hotel with a heated outdoor pool, on-site Shearwater Tavern, easy access to Big Sur drives and nearby shopping, and a lower-key Carmel location.

When InterContinental the Clement Monterey wins: pick the InterContinental if you want a waterfront hotel steps from Cannery Row/Monterey Bay Aquarium, a larger branded property with a full-service spa, fitness center, pool and on-site ocean-view dining.

Bottom line: both work for Central Coast travelers — Carmel Mission Inn for relaxed family stays and road-trip access to Big Sur and Pebble Beach, InterContinental the Clement Monterey for a higher-end, walkable Monterey waterfront stay near the aquarium.

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Carmel Mission Inn vs InterContinental the Clement Monterey – At a Glance

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CategoryCarmel Mission InnInterContinental the Clement Monterey
Overall vibeRelaxed, family- and road-trip orientedBranded upscale, waterfront, destination-oriented
LocationCarmel-by-the-Sea near Highway 1, Crossroads and The BarnyardCannery Row waterfront, steps from Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium
Size165 rooms across 4 floors208 rooms
Ages / policyAll ages welcome; minimum check-in age 18 for the lead guestAll ages (supplier listing indicates adultsOnly: false)
Pools & hot tubsOne outdoor year-round heated pool and outdoor hot tub; pool hours reported 9:00 AM–10:00 PMOutdoor pool and hot tub (number of outdoor pools - 1; number of hot tubs - 1)
Restaurants & barsShearwater Tavern — California coastal pub cuisine; breakfast and dinner (hours on property site)C Restaurant — American cuisine with ocean views; 1 restaurant and 1 bar/lounge, 24-hour room service available
Spa & fitness24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes; hotel pool/hot tub but no verifiable full-service spa treatments on-siteFull-service spa, 24-hour fitness center and spa treatment rooms listed
Known forGateway to Big Sur, family suites, event space and wedding venuesPrime Cannery Row waterfront location, proximity to Monterey Bay Aquarium
Rooms (sample naming)Classic Room; Room, Balcony; Deluxe Room; Junior Suite, Mountain View; Family SuiteClassic Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace; Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View; Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony; Luxury 1 Bedroom 1 King Bed Suite
Distance between hotelsabout 11 km (7 miles) to InterContinental the Clement Monterey

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Location: Carmel Mission Inn vs InterContinental the Clement Monterey

Carmel Mission Inn – Location

Carmel Mission Inn sits just off Highway 1 in Carmel-by-the-Sea near Crossroads and The Barnyard shopping.

  • Address: 3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA; gateway to Big Sur and near Pebble Beach/17-Mile Drive.
  • Walkable to nearby shopping; roughly 0.5 miles to Carmel Mission Basilica.
  • About a 10-minute drive to Monterey Regional Airport and roughly a 10-minute drive to Point Lobos.

Choose Carmel Mission Inn for easy access to Carmel attractions, scenic drives and local shopping.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey – Location

InterContinental the Clement Monterey is located on Cannery Row, right on Monterey Bay and steps from the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

  • Address: 750 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA; listed distances show 0.1 km to Cannery Row and Monterey Bay.
  • Walking access to waterfront restaurants, Steinbeck Plaza, and aquarium.
  • Preferred airport listed as Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), about 4–5 miles away.

Choose the InterContinental for a true Monterey waterfront location and immediate access to aquarium and Cannery Row attractions.

Rooms: layout and options compared

Carmel Mission Inn – Rooms

Carmel Mission Inn offers a mix of standard rooms, balcony/patio rooms and family suites geared toward groups and families.

  • Room types include Classic Room, Room, Balcony, Deluxe Room, Classic Room, Bathtub, Junior Suite, Mountain View, Room, Patio and Family Suite.
  • Family Suite accommodates families with 1 Queen, 2 Twins and 1 King Bed.
  • 165 rooms across four floors; accessible rooms and elevator service available.

Carmel Mission Inn is practical for families and multi-person groups looking for suite-style options.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey – Rooms

InterContinental the Clement Monterey lists many room types including ocean-view premiums, patios/balconies and full suites.

  • Room roster includes Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace; Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View; Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony; Suite Sea View with Balcony; Luxury 1 Bedroom 1 King Bed Suite.
  • 208 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with separate tubs/showers.
  • Multiple room-accessibility options and many ocean-view / balcony configurations.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey has a larger inventory and more ocean-view and suite options for travelers who prioritize views and branded-room amenities.

Dining & drinks: Shearwater Tavern vs C Restaurant

Carmel Mission Inn – Dining & drinks

Carmel Mission Inn’s on-site Shearwater Tavern focuses on California coastal pub cuisine and local ingredients.

  • Shearwater Tavern serves breakfast and dinner (hours listed on the property site) and runs a craft-cocktail program.
  • Private dining, events, poolside and courtyard food & beverage service are offered by the restaurant.
  • Hosts recurring events such as Dog Bar happy hours, Oyster Jams and jazz brunches.

Shearwater Tavern is family-friendly and locally focused, useful for breakfasts and casual dinners after exploring Carmel.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey – Dining & drinks

InterContinental the Clement Monterey features C Restaurant with ocean-view seating and 24-hour room service options.

  • C Restaurant offers American cuisine with an ocean view and a bar/lounge; continental breakfast available for a surcharge.
  • 24-hour room service is listed; the hotel has 1 restaurant and 1 bar/lounge.
  • On-site dining is positioned around waterfront views and Cannery Row foot traffic.

InterContinental’s on-site dining emphasizes ocean views and room service, convenient for waterfront evenings near the aquarium.

Pools & signature amenity

Carmel Mission Inn – Pools & signature amenity

Carmel Mission Inn has a year-round heated outdoor pool and an outdoor hot tub used by families and guests.

  • Outdoor heated pool with wheelchair-accessible features (pool hoist) and pool hours reported 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.
  • Outdoor hot tub/jacuzzi adjacent to pool area.
  • Seasonal poolside food and drink service provided by Shearwater Tavern.

The inn’s heated outdoor pool and hot tub are solid family-oriented amenities for daytime and evening use.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey – Pools & signature amenity

InterContinental the Clement Monterey lists one outdoor pool and one hot tub and emphasizes waterfront access as its signature draw.

  • Number of outdoor pools: 1; number of hot tubs: 1 (supplier listing).
  • Waterfront location provides direct access to Cannery Row and seaside walks.
  • Pool area is part of a larger full-service hotel amenity set including fitness and spa.

If being on the waterfront and close to the aquarium matters, the InterContinental pairs a pool with immediate ocean access and views.

Wellness & nightlife

Carmel Mission Inn – Wellness & nightlife

Carmel Mission Inn provides a 24-hour fitness center and locally focused, relaxed evening options.

  • 24-hour fitness center with modern machines and Peloton bikes available to registered guests.
  • Evening entertainment often centered on Shearwater Tavern events (live music, Dog Bar happy hours).
  • No named full-service spa treatments verifiably listed on-site; hot tub and fitness are the primary wellness features.

Carmel Mission Inn covers fitness and casual nighttime dining/entertainment; it’s not a spa/resort nightlife destination.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey – Wellness & nightlife

InterContinental the Clement Monterey lists a full-service spa, 24-hour fitness, and an on-site lounge/bar.

  • Full-service spa and spa treatment rooms listed in the supplier amenities.
  • 24-hour fitness center available.
  • On-site bar/lounge and concierge services support evening plans on Cannery Row.

InterContinental has more full-service wellness options and a lounge-focused evening environment near the aquarium and waterfront dining.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for families
Double glass doors and round mirror at the entrance to Carmel Mission Inn lobby

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn — family suites, kids up to 16 stay free in an existing bed, heated pool and family-friendly programming.

Best waterfront location
InterContinental the Clement Monterey, Monterey, California

InterContinental the Clement Monterey

InterContinental the Clement Monterey — steps from Monterey Bay, Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Best full-service amenities
InterContinental the Clement Monterey, Monterey, California

InterContinental the Clement Monterey

InterContinental the Clement Monterey — full-service spa, 24-hour fitness center, larger branded property with room-service and concierge.

Best base for Big Sur / driving trips
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Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn — right off Highway 1 and a short drive to Point Lobos, 17-Mile Drive and Big Sur.

Frequently asked questions

Carmel Mission Inn vs InterContinental the Clement Monterey: FAQs

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Which hotel is closer to the Monterey Bay Aquarium?

InterContinental the Clement Monterey is on Cannery Row and steps from the Monterey Bay Aquarium; Carmel Mission Inn is about a 10–15 minute drive from the aquarium.

Is Carmel Mission Inn family-friendly?

Yes — Carmel Mission Inn welcomes children of all ages and offers Family Suite options; kids up to 16 stay free in an existing bed when sharing a room with a parent or guardian.

Does the InterContinental have a full-service spa?

Yes — the supplier listing for InterContinental the Clement Monterey includes a full-service spa and spa treatment rooms.

Which property is better for planning wedding events?

Carmel Mission Inn has extensive wedding/event space (Peninsula Ballroom and courtyard venues) and can host larger receptions; InterContinental also lists banquet and meeting space but Carmel Mission Inn emphasizes multiple indoor/outdoor wedding venues.

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