Rancho Rio Vista
Carmel
Visit Rancho Rio Vista
Popular places to visit
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Carmel Plaza
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carmel Plaza during your visit to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.
Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.
Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.
Folktale Winery and Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Folktale Winery and Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Top hotels in Rancho Rio Vista
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The service is absolutely wonderful and so is the hotel, well located. But we each have three devices so that means we need six outlets and it was hit and miss in the room because all the plugs are everywhere. I think they should be more located in one place…..that was frustrating.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The adjoining room door was next to the bed. Very poor sound proofing. The next room’s conversations at normal tones sounded like they were in our room. They talked until 2:45AM. The hotel clerk did make note of it the next morning when I reported it. Hopefully they will fix the problem.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
The Monterey Hotel
No AC room got pretty warm . Otherwise all good
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Nice and clean rooms. The staff was very professional and friendly. We did not use hot tub. Very convenient to shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Bed was so comfortable and shower was excellent. Heads up...parking and resort fee
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Breakfast
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rancho Rio Vista
Hatton Fields
While Hatton Fields might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission Basilica.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Carmel
Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.
High Meadows
While High Meadows isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission Fields
While visiting Mission Fields, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve and Hatton Canyon.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
