Hyatt Carmel Highlands, Overlooking Big Sur Coast & Highlands Inn, A Hyatt Residence Club

This breezy oceanfront hotel on the Pacific Coast is 3.2 miles from Carmel River State Beach and 9.4 miles from Cannery Row. Polished suites come with free Wi-Fi, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, plus fully equipped kitchens. Upgraded suites add pull-out sofas and furnished private balconies, as well as fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. There's a glass-paneled Californian restaurant offering sweeping ocean views and locally sourced dishes. Additional amenities include a heated outdoor pool, 3 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness center, along with nearly 5,000 sq ft of event space.