Horizon Inn & Ocean View Lodge

All around excellent experience. The staff was super friendly. Housekeeping was prompt and did a great job in the room but they were never pushy. The front desk team was very helpful and professional. The rooms are nice, I stayed in two different ones due to availability over three nights and both rooms were great. Very clean, well stocked, spacious, nice patio/deck spaces. The shared hot tub/firepit area is a nice feature, good onsite parking. The waterfill station was legit, I wish more hotels had this type of machine. The picnic basket breakfast in the morning was great. Saves $ from the pricey restaurnats/cafes in town, they were a little different each day, fresh, well balanced. Wine and cheese happy hour every day with wines that are actually good. Not just cheap grocery store wines. They poured 5 different wines from Folktale Winery, all good stuff! Good location, just a few blocks from Ocean Ave but in a quiet area. It's slightly uphill but as a result some of the rooms have really nice ocean views, which is somewhat rare for Carmel hotels. They ownership and staff clearly make a point to install features and services that are well thought out, helpful, value adding, and appreciated. I will definitely stay here again.

Location

For the price, the hotel can be better maintained. Carper right by the fireplace and for a place which is dog-friendly is not a great idea. It does not give the impression of being clean. Breakfast was very basic - again for the price, could use better products and presentation.

Clean, spacious and well positioned unit

Clean and comfortable

Overall loved my stay and looking forward to coming back with more of my family, I haven't experienced a a quiet nights sleep in a long time. The spa was clean and relaxing, and the staff was very friendly. it's walkable to all the shops in carme and less than a 10 minute drive to Monterrey bay.

the breakfast baskets were a cute concept, don't expect cooked eggs or burritos- or anything that would have to be cooked.

Peaceful and quiet property. Patio area was welcoming day and night, I had my choice of seating. Enjoyed the fire pit and fireplace touch. The breakfast basket was quite generous and tasty. King bed was great, covers were to my liking, 3 big European square pillows and 3 regular ones. Towels were better fluff than I expected. Office staff was outgoing and efficient. I had no problems to report. Location perfect for the adventurous pedestrian without a vehicle. Lots of hilly walks to Ocean Ave and restaurants. I felt safe walking to and from. Public transportation is across 3rd st, not frequent but is a good price if you have time to try it.

Location, amenities

Loved the morning "delivered to your door" breakfast and the happy hour wine and cheese. Staff very helpful with identifying local restaurants.

Parking is under construction and we had to park on the street.