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Tally Ho Inn

Stay at Tally Ho Inn in Carmel-By-The-Sea with free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking. Just minutes from the beach, shopping, and top attractions like Point Lobos.

Monte Verde St &, 6th Ave, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921, United States View on map
9/10
Exceptional Based on 52 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Air-conditioned Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Tally Ho Inn offers cozy comfort and a prime location near Carmel’s attractions

Recent visitors highlight the Inn’s warm atmosphere, convenient access to the beach and downtown, and attentive service, while noting some rooms show signs of aging.

Guests often praise

  • Clean, comfortable rooms featuring fireplaces and spacious layouts with some private balconies
  • Quiet, boutique setting arranged around a cozy central courtyard with a fireplace
  • Helpful, friendly staff providing thoughtful touches like bottled water and local tips
  • Convenient, central location within easy walking distance to the beach, shops, and restaurants
  • Complimentary parking and free Wi-Fi adding to overall convenience

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms feel dated, with older fixtures and limited modern amenities like microwaves
  • Breakfast is offered via a voucher for a nearby restaurant; openings vary and some guests chose alternatives
  • Not pet-friendly and lacks a pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle services
  • Electric vehicle charging is available but limited and offsite
  • The inn emphasizes privacy through non-uniform room placement, which might affect room size and layout

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a charming, small-scale B&B experience close to Carmel’s main attractions
  • Guests wanting quiet accommodations with a warm atmosphere and personalized service
  • Visitors planning to explore the beach, local shops, and nearby highlights like Pebble Beach and the Monterey Bay Aquarium
  • Couples or solo travelers appreciating privacy and rooms with special features like jacuzzis and balconies
  • Those traveling with children, as the hotel is kid-friendly and smoke-free
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About this property

Welcome to Tally Ho Inn

Located just a short stroll from the beach and a block from the upscale shopping on Ocean Avenue, Tally Ho Inn offers a straightforward bed and breakfast experience in Carmel-By-The-Sea. The property features warm rooms and suites arranged around a courtyard with a central fireplace, creating a quiet and intimate atmosphere that guests appreciate. Some rooms include private balconies with views of the sea, enhancing the sense of privacy and relaxation.

Facilities include complimentary Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and parking, along with air conditioning and a smoke-free environment. Although the inn does not provide a pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle, it does cater well to families and those traveling with kids. Electric vehicle owners benefit from an on-site Tesla Destination Charger. Several reviewers highlight the comfortable, if somewhat dated, room furnishings and notable touches like jacuzzi tubs and heated marble bathroom floors.

The location is well-suited for visitors looking to explore nearby attractions such as Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and Pebble Beach Golf Links. Its proximity to downtown amenities allows many guests to leave their cars parked, enjoying easy access to dining, shopping, and the beach. The inn is also conveniently reachable from Monterey Regional Airport and San Jose Mineta International Airport, though the latter requires a longer drive.

Guest feedback frequently mentions the friendly staff and well-maintained public spaces; however, some note that rooms can feel dated and express a desire for amenities like microwaves. Overall, Tally Ho Inn appeals to travelers seeking a modest, comfortable lodging option with a central location and a relaxed atmosphere in Carmel-By-The-Sea.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Valerie Apr 11, 2026
10

We love Tally Ho. Clean rooms. Outside fireplace is always lit. Plus fireplace in room too.

DL
Douglas Luchristt Apr 03, 2026
8.0

Comfortable but somewhat dated room. Old fixtures and appliances. Loved the jacuzzi tub. Peek a boo view of the ocean and great porch to enjoy it from. Enjoyed the option to open the top half of the door to take in the weather.

JJ
Jean Jarvaise Mar 28, 2026
10

Beautiful Inn rinear the ocean. Great European vibe!

TK
Tony Kelly Mar 18, 2026
10

Nice small boutique Inn (12 rooms). The rooms are situated in a very non-uniform way, which makes it feel like you have much more privacy than the typical motel/hotel with rows of rooms with doors side-by-side and directly across. Everything is situated around a center patio with fireplace going all the time. Some of the bigger rooms have private balconies. It is only half a block off the main street (Ocean Ave), so it is very easy to walk around down town to eat, shop, whatever. In fact, when I arrived, I parked my car in their private parking garage and never drove the car again until the morning I left. It is 3 blocks off the beach access (maybe 5-6 block from the beach itself), and it is a bit over a half mile from the south entrance to Pebble Beach should you be going to an event there (so quite walkable instead of dealing with offsite parking and shuttles). They have other nice touches as well – coffee in the morning, brandy in the evening (I didn’t take advantage of either though). They provide bottled water on request as needed. They provide a $10 voucher for breakfast across the street at Il Fornio, but I didn’t use this because it didn’t open until 7:30am weekdays and 9am on weekends. Instead, I walked over to the Carmel Bakery only about 3 blocks away. My room I think is the smallest they have, but it was still plenty larger for 1 or 2 people. Two sitting chairs in addition to the bed, office style desk and chair next to the bed, large TV, small refrigerator, and a very nice bathroom. So very happy with the room overall. My only negative is there was no microwave in the room (even just a very small one would be nice).

MH
Madeline Hoensheid Mar 05, 2026
10

Our experience at the Tally Ho Inn was fantastic! We stayed in the Deluxe King Suite and it was spacious with a private balcony and an incredible view. I would recommend this to anyone looking to stay in Carmel. It was right in town by all the shops and restaurants with an easy walk to the beach.

AA
Amir A. Mar 04, 2026
10

What an awesome hotel. The room is huge and beautifully done. Automatic mechanical windows on top. Big private balcony, heated bathroom marble floor, big jacuzzi tub with TV. 5 blocks or so from the beach. Super quiet. The staff are very friendly.

RH
Rawan Hammoud Feb 25, 2026
8.0

Lovely Inn. Perfect location. Our room had a deck with an amazing sea view. They reserved a spot for charging our electric car and they were very helpful with tips on what to do and what the rules in Carmel were. So recommend.

BL
Blanca Larios Feb 24, 2026
10

This place is just absolutely amazing!! Customer service was great, the place we stayed at was just beautiful I was amazed!! Thank you! I’ll be back!

MB
Michael Blake Feb 22, 2026
10

We had a wonderful stay here, clean comfortable rooms, fantastic staff.

JMG
Julia M George Feb 21, 2026
10

Gentleman that manages the front desk is fabulous. Bell hop great! Breakfast delicious. View of the ocean not shabby. The room, elegant.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Tally Ho Inn

Carmel-By-The-Sea, California, USA

A 5-minute walk from the beach, this casual B&B is a block from upscale shopping on Ocean Avenue, and a mile from the Carmel Mission Basilica and Museum.

  • 6th Ave / Mission St 5 min Walk
  • Ocean Ave / Santa Fe St 11 min Walk
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport 1 hr 22 Car · 2 hr 27 Transit
  • Monterey Regional Airport 14 min Car · 41 min Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

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Point Lobos State Natural Reserve 10,762 reviews

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

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