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BEST WESTERN PLUS Carmel Bay View Inn
Junipero Between 5th & 6th, Carmel, California 93921Phone: 831/624-1831 | Fax: 831/625-2336
Set against the compelling backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and nestled in a pine forest, the unique and intimate village of Carmel is like no other. The peaceful atmosphere implores you to relax. The BEST WESTERN PLUS Carmel Bay View Inn is in the heart of Carmel, next door to exclusive shops, galleries and restaurants. Fifteen championship golf courses and pristine white beaches are just minutes away. Select your ideal accommodations from tastefully decorated guest rooms and spacious two-room suites, all with a cozy fireplace and some with dramatic panoramic ocean views and private balcony. Enjoy the mild Carmel weather from outdoor decks or at the heated pool. A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning. At the BEST WESTERN PLUS Carmel Bay View Inn, your every comfort is assured.
Local Events Worth Considering:
May 2012
Street painters, transform the Mission plaza using pastels on pavement to create 150 vibrant and colorful, large scale images. In Santa Barbara.
June 2012
At the Stearns Wharf/East Beach Cleanup & Ty Warner Sea Center, in Santa Barbara.
Come to the Monterey Fairgrounds for the greatest assortment of Beer ever assembled on the Central Coast.
Family fun car show in Capitola.
Car Show, Cruise Night, Surf & Turf Dinner, Gala Night, Live Entertainment and Beer Garden. In Pismo Beach.
At the Live Oak Camp in Santa Barbara.
At Ryon Park, in Lompoc.
Gathering of local community citizens promoting youth and the Arts and Blues.
At Alameda Park. Parade on the 23rd on State Street, in Santa Barbara.
At the Atascadero Lake Park in Atascadero featuring 80 participating wineries, culinary creations by local chefs, artist showcase and live music.
Check out hundreds of pre-1988 American, British, European & Japanese motorcycles and scooters. In Capitola.
July 2012
Family fun and festivities to celebrate July 4. In Scotts Valley.
In Santa Barbara.
At the Rancho La Patera & Stow House, in Santa Barbara.
At Girsh Park in Santa Barbara.
At Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara.
Promoting the traditions of the California Rodeo Salinas and the West. In Salinas.
At the Chase Palm Park/Soccer Field, in Santa Barbara.
Thousands of runners from across America & around the globe return to Santa Cruz for this annual 6-mile race to Capitola-by-the-Sea.
Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix featuring the MotoGP World Championship. In Salinas.
In Oak Park in Santa Barbara.
August 2012
In Santa Barbara.
Flock to historic downtown Watsonville to enjoy delicious food, carnival rides, entertainment and tasty strawberry treats.
Enjoy fine art, wine & beer tasting, great food, and live entertainment at Skypark in Scotts Valley.
200 of the most prized collector cars and motorcycles in the world roll onto the 18th fairway at Pebble Beach. In Carmel.
At the Santa Barbara City College.
Verry Berry Extraordinary. Held at the Fairgrounds in Monterey.
Sand sculpture contest, budding artists event, concerts, chalk art on the seawall, rowboat races, fishing derby and parade.
September 2012
Join in the fun at this air show at the Watsonville airport.
Over 150 fine artists and 21 wineries will participate in this year's Festival, in Capitola.
At Riviera Park in Santa Barbara.
The 2012 Fair theme celebrates the berry and the importance of this delicious crop. In Watsonville.
Cherry's Classic Cars take over Cannery Row.
Home of one of the most spectacular birding and wildlife venues in North America.
55th Annual festival at the Monterey Fairgrounds.
32nd Anniversary Air Show at the Salinas Municipal Airport.
At the Natural History Museum in Santa Barbara.
October 2012
Santa Barbara's restaurants, wineries, gourmet purveyors and galleries dish out culinary festivals, cooking classes, winemaker dinners and more.
At the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden.
At the De La Guerra Plaza in Santa Barbara.
At the Stow House in Santa Barbara.
This is the South Coast's largest free festival. The events are located in downtown Carpinteria on Linden Avenue.
In Santa Barbara.
At Girsh Park in Santa Barbara.
In Santa Barbara.
November 2012
At the Rockwood Women's Club in Santa Barbara.
On State Street in Santa Barbara.
December 2012
In Santa Barbara.
In Santa Barbara.
In Santa Barbara.
Nearby Attractions:
List All CA AttractionsPoint Sur State Historic Park
The Point Sur State Historic Park and Lightstation is located 19 miles south of Carmel along Highway 1. This wonderful central coast California landmark, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Lightstation is located at the top of a large volcanic rock, 361 feet above the ocean. It was first lit in 1889 and is the only turn-of-the-century Lightstation open to the public.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Lightstation and admire the views of the ocean from the top. School tours are welcome to visit the park and Lightstation. Take your time visiting the Carmel area by visiting the Carmel Mission and Pebble Beach. Stay at one of the area Best Western hotels for convenient, comfortable lodging close to many area attractions.
