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Tickle Pink Inn

155 Highland Drive, Carmel, CA 93923
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Tickle Pink Inn
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Simi Valley, California, United States
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

I booked the hotel for our 10 year anniversary. I will admit I was concerned spending so much just for the view. But in the end it was truly worth it, once you open your room door and see the view right as you enter is just priceless. I guess I got lucky and got booked in a great room... More

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Merrimack, New Hampshire
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

We stayed here for one night during the week of our 30th Anniversary. We actually walked in without a reservation after driving up US01 from Pismo, and were fortunate to have a few rooms to choose from (midweek). Deciding to book here is not a decision to take lightly, as it is $350 - $400+ per night, but they do... More

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Barueri, SP
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

We drove from LA to Carmel by US01. Got just in time to see the sunset in our room balcony. Breathtaking, A few minuter after we´ve checked in hotel staff sent us a bottle of prosecco with a rose. Room is amazing, with a very cozy fireplace. friendly and helpfull staff.

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Plano, Texas
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

We stayed at the Tickle Pink for 5 nights in May. At 400.00 a night, this was quite an investment! I spent some time on the phone with the hotel as to the rooms, view, etc. Even though we booked at least 3 months in advance, we had to change rooms after the first night. That was fine... no problem.... More

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Toronto, Canada
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Beautiful location, large rooms with execellent views of the Ocean. After checking in a bottle of champage and a pink rose was delivered to our room, compliments of the hotel. Wine and cheese in the afternoon was very generous, great wine. Loved the area of Carmel by the sea. Book a reservation early to go to Demetre's restuarant, Greek food... More

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Denver, Colorado
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29 reviews 29 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

The Tickle Pink is a special hotel. The decor is five star and the view is ten star! They serve excellent complimentary wine and cheese in the afternoon on a deck with a spectacular view of the Pacific Coast. This was a great place for a romantic anniversary weekend.

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United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

This is not a Ritz Carlton in terms of service. If you are looking for an amazing view, a very nicely done room (high end sheets, towels, bathrooms, etc.) and some real nice perks, then this is the place. Of the places I saw in Carmel, this is the one i would choose again. The view is amazing. We aren't... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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53 reviews 53 reviews
34 hotel reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

This could be the Carmel getaway you will never want to get away from. Lovely located outside the town with a fine, clear view of the ocean, a very nice staff and wonderful (if not always spacious) rooms, with much attention paid to detail. Fireplaces and balconies make for a very romantic setting. If you're thirsting for the good life:... More

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Dortmund, Germany
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

We stayed there for a week and it was just perfect. The location is amazing, the view is perfect and the staff is very friendly and absolutely helpful. We enjoyed our time and will definitly come back soon.

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East Northport, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Overall: Considering they charge the prices of some world-class hotels, you should expect more. Some common sense fixes would really make this place spectacular. But like some of the other reviewers say, the place relies on the location and view to make up for many shortcomings. Fortunately, the view is so good, that you may be willing to overlook the... More

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Mike K, Manager at Tickle Pink Inn, responded to this review
6 June 2013

We appreciate the positive comments in this review, and the guest’s overall impression of our views. We would like to take this opportunity to address the shortcomings (“cons”) that he carefully outlined above. The egg dish to which he refers is an old family recipe for Eggs Florentine (consisting of eggs, spinach, three different cheeses, nutmeg and butter), which we... More

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Additional Information about Tickle Pink Inn

Also Known As:
Tickle Pink Hotel
Tickle Pink Carmel
Tickle Pink Bed Breakfast
Address: 155 Highland Drive, Carmel, CA 93923
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Region: United States > California > Monterey Peninsula > Carmel
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Room Service Suites
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in Carmel
#4 Family Hotels in Carmel
Price range (per night): $241 - $625
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
A Carmel oceanfront hotel dramatically situated above the rocky coastline that stands at the gateway to world-famous Big Sur. Let yourself be pampered with every amenity…from cozy European bedding and private decks with sweeping views to homemade breakfast pastries and an evening wine & cheese reception with soothing classical music. ... more   less 

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