Carmel Valley Ranch Review with Kids

Carmel Valley Ranch

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Great for Ages:

Multi-Generational
Category

Resort
Location

Countryside
Standard

Upscale
Style

Contemporary

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ADDRESS:

One Old Ranch Road, Carmel Valley

LOCAL EXCURSIONS

Monterey Bay Aquarium
Cannery Row
Downtown Carmel
Pebble Beach

Hotel with In-Room Kitchens
Hotel with a Kids' Pool
Hotel with Kids' Clubs

Favorite Features

Baby Ready: Crib and highchair available
Toddler Fun: Open, safe areas for running around
School Age Action: Near age-appropriate sights and activities
Cool For Teens: Near age-appropriate sights and activities
Family-friendly public areas
Variety of room options for families
Fantastic atmosphere and views
Well-appointed accommodations
Variety of onsite sports and activities
Delicious onsite restaurant

Families Should Know

The hotel is a 20-minute drive from Monterey and a 10-minute drive from Carmel By The Sea
Year-round heated swimming pools (3)
Pools are unfenced but removed from guest room areas
Kids’ pool available
Main restaurant is upscale and not ideal for multiple nights with kids
Babysitting starts at $US 20 per hour (subject to change)
$US 30 per night resort fee
WIFI is free

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Carmel Valley Ranch is a wonderful destination with kids. The one-bedroom suite accommodations are perfect for families as there is a back bedroom plus a sofa bed in the living room so parents get a bit of privacy. Onsite amenities are numerous including the River Ranch area that is perfect for children and includes a swimming pool, hot tub, a toddler pool with a water spray play area, tree swings, bocce ball, basketball courts and lots of grass. There is also a beautiful infinity hot tub and more adult-oriented pool adjacent to the lobby of the hotel. Golf facilities are first rate and feature a natural grass driving range. The primary onsite restaurant is delicious, resort casual, and has an amazing glass wall wine cellar with an extensive selection. After dinner, families can gather around the fire pits for s’mores. Located just 20 or so minutes from many of the Monterey Peninsula’s main attractions, Carmel Valley Ranch is resort that is relaxing for all ages and interests — we’ll be back with our kids!