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The Vagabond's House

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near 17-Mile Drive

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Courtyard
Studio, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchenette
Lobby sitting area
Upstairs Queen Courtyard View, Not Pet Friendly | Courtyard view
Superior Room, 1 King Bed
The Vagabond's House, a short walk from Carmel Beach, offers a tranquil getaway with thoughtful touches. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, daily manager's reception, relaxing by the firepit, exploring the garden, or lounging on the terrace with complimentary in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Upstairs Queen Courtyard View, Not Pet Friendly

Upstairs Queen Courtyard View, Not Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room | Bathroom shower

Superior King + Twin + Twin

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Kitchen, Garden Area

Studio, Kitchen, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Ground Floor

Queen Bed, Patio, Ground Floor, Garden Entrance

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Courtyard Area

King Bed, Courtyard, Electric Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
4th and Dolores, Carmel, CA, 93921

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dametra Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sade's Cocktails - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Vagabond's House

Upscale bed & breakfast near Carmel Beach
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at The Vagabond's House. In addition to a firepit and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and outdoor furniture
  • A water dispenser, concierge services, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Vagabond's House offer comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Refrigerators, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1929
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property requires guests planning to arrive with more than 2 total guests in their party to contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
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
Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Vagabond's House Inn Carmel
Vagabond's House Inn
Vagabond's House Carmel
Vagabond's House
Vagabond's House B&B Carmel
Vagabond's House B&B
The Vagabond's House Carmel
The Vagabond's House Bed & breakfast
The Vagabond's House Bed & breakfast Carmel

Frequently asked questions

Is The Vagabond's House pet-friendly?

Yes, The Vagabond's House allows pets (limit 3 total). There's a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Vagabond's House?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Vagabond's House on Jul 23, 2025 start from CA $550.93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Vagabond's House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Vagabond's House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Vagabond's House?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Vagabond's House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Vagabond's House located?

Located in Northwest Carmel, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach. 17-Mile Drive is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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The Vagabond's House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great stay at the Vagabond. Easy walkability to beach and town. Lovely fire pit and waterfall in common area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

We loved the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Starting with the text, saying that we could check in anytime on arrival day, the whole stay was terrific.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

It was a perfect vacation spot got our needs. Our small dog loved it to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Overall I enjoyed my stay. The room was beautiful and it was walking distance from the downtown area/beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

It was a comfortable stay but for the price point I expected more. The breakfast was mediocre and the service folks were not friendly. Will not be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10

정말 예쁘고 친절하고 깨끗하고 훌륭한 숙소. 꼭 다시 갈 예정입니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Although this property does not have an onsite restaurant/ so no room service… I can honestly say this hotel has nicer accommodations than the Ritz Carlton in San Francisco!!! The bathroom was absolutely fantastic - huge stand alone bathtub, giant shower with a bench, heated floors!!! Separate toilet of course The room had its own Fireplace… beautiful and functional when it was cold and two very comfortable classy leather recliners to relax in after a day of walking around Carmel. I didn’t want to go back to our room at the Ritz it was so good. They also offer to deliver some fruit and croissants and coffee/tea/juice to your room in the morning. Just enough to help get you going. Great comforter/duvet and soft sheets… and the farm doors were so much fun and perfect for the weather. My kids loved to keep the top part open with the bottom closed and play in the courtyard with the beautiful water fountain and around the communal fireplace. Really great spot!! You won’t regret it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10

We LOVED staying here and didn’t want to leave!! It was quaint and quiet and the everything was so thoughtfully complete (breakfast, the room layout, check-in process, etc). The rooms were immaculate and newly renovated, the communication from the staff was top notch, and the service was incredible. Vagabond’s House is positioned closely to the “happenings” in Carmel, but far enough away where you weren’t disturbed or bothered. I’m a few words, this place is a little slice of Heaven. We LOVED our stay and cannot wait to come back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10

Good enough, Superb
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10

The property is quiet and quaint with a charming, somewhat old-fashioned design. The rooms surround a cobblestone courtyard with lots of greenery, an outside fireplace with a table and some very low-seating chairs. Technology was up-to-date with Wifi, big-screen TV, texting communication with staff and charging ports on the lamps. Breakfast was also very nice with fresh fruit and fresh bagels - as well as other options like cereal, eggs, cream cheese, jam, coffee and/or tea. The staff were mostly very helpful and friendly with the exception of one person (the manager/owner I think). What I didn't like was the inconvenient parking down a steep hill away from the property - and the lack of consideration for accessibility. There was no place to unload except on the steep hilly street - no mention of any of this on the website. For someone with disabilities, it was very challenging. The staff did offer to help with unloading, which was nice. But I would think twice about staying there if you are physically challenged. The cobblestone grounds make walking with a cane or walker very difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10

One of the best converted motel/apartment inn's I've ever been to. Very well appointed, great service, and super hip without being snotty. Super close to everything you'll want in Carmel, but also feels a little off the beaten path.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10

I stayed here with my two teenage kids (ages 17 and 19) for 3 nights last week. I choose The Vagabond’s House after doing extensive research on places to stay in Carmel and I can truly say it was the best decision! It is a small quaint “inn” with a bed and breakfast feel. The courtyard and fire pit with garden and trickling fountain was an amazing spot to have coffee in the morning and wine in the afternoons. There is a self-serve barista in the “office” which is a charming room with fireplace and someone is always at the desk for any of your needs. Breakfast is brought to your room every morning at the time you choose. Wine, cheese and crackers start at 4:00 each afternoon. We stayed in Room 3 which is on the first floor right by the fountain which I could see and hear from my bed. No air conditioner, but we were very comfortable with the windows open at night. There was a king size bed with a twin with trundle in a window nook, perfect for the 3 of us. The bathroom was huge with a beautiful soaking tub and separate shower with heated tile floors. And along with all of these amazing things were Randall, Thomas and Ian, who were the ultimate hosts—so welcoming and friendly and someone always available to take care of your every need. I highly recommend and will definitely be back one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

4/10

I received a text upon checking that said: Just checking in on how your stay went. Please reply back with a score of 1-10 (10 being excellent) and any notes we should be aware of. Have a wonderful day! -Guest Services I replied promptly with: 4. Thanks for checking in. It was below expectations for the price point to be honest. The room felt old and tired needing some maintenance or updating. The windows were old single paned windows that leaked cold air and several panes were cracked. The blinds did not keep the sunlight out in the morning even though I had them shut all the way. The mattress felt very old and I could feel springs through it and it sagged into the middle. The breakfast was nice but the tea was forgotten this morning but was brought the first day. Just didn't meet expectations for over $300 per night. Disappointing Never received a reply from anyone. Disappointed that a hotel asks for feedback to improve presumably and doesn’t even bother to even reply. I would avoid.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

4/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10

I selected the Vagabond's House because it had the highest rating on Hotels.Com. The service was excellent; breakfast very good, and the room was immaculate. Only complaints: A bit noisy with people climbing stairs outside our window; parking was not too convenient, and the queen bed too small for the two of us. Overall, an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2020