If you are planning a trip to Carmel-by-the-Sea, look no further than the Carmel Country Inn. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the village, it manages to feel like a secluded coastal escape while still being a quick, effortless walk to downtown shops, incredible restaurants, and the beach. The accommodations are stunning and designed for pure relaxation. Our suite was incredibly spacious, featuring a cozy fireplace and a luxury bath that made it feel like a home away from home. Coming back to a warm fire after an evening walk along the coast was absolute heaven. What completely sets this inn apart, though, is that it is exceptionally pet friendly. A lot of hotels just tolerate dogs, but the Carmel Country Inn truly rolls out the red carpet for them. From a personalized photo welcome and endless treats to a specialized pet washing station for rinsing off beach sand, they make traveling with your dog entirely seamless and stress free. To top it all off, the morning breakfast is fantastic featuring fresh local pastries and delicious quiches and the staff goes completely above and beyond to make you feel like family. We are already counting down the days until our next road trip back, and we wouldn’t dream of staying anywhere else!