We recently stayed at Quail Lodge and it was a fantastic experience. Our visit started with a wonderful young lady at the front desk, Lisa Odehnal. She was terrific right from the start. She went out of her way. The hotel has a great breakfast. The setting is very relaxing. Loved our stay there. read more

My first time to stay at this property and it was for business. I was blown away by the size of my suite with a large king bed and separate living area with and outdoor patio over looking the duck pond and golf course. Unfortunately it rained on the day I was to play golf and was so disappointed as I have heard great things. I had dinner one night at the restaurant on the property and and the pasta dish. It was Very good. The next night I went into town and had dinner at Casanova. The hotel didn't recommend this place BUT they should have as I entertained 8 clients and they LOVED it 5 stars for sure. read more

My hubby and I enjoyed our one night stay here since the other hotel we stayed at in Carmel by the Sea was so noisy that we couldn't sleep. The rooms are modern and clean and the amenities are awesome! We enjoyed the gym and miniature golfing. We didn't have time to take a dip in the pool since we had to leave the next day. It had a tub in the bathroom we didn't use either, but we did enjoy the nice view of the pond that had ducks and frogs croaking at night. The greenery surrounding the resort was relaxing and very nature like. Service was excellent as they answered and accommodated all our needs through a quick text message. The only thing is I wish the location would've been in Carmel by the sea where all the shops, restaurants, and beach goers gather and wish it had a complimentary breakfast. Then again it probably would be pricier. Nevertheless, I highly recommend this place as a nice, quiet, relaxing retreat if you ever visit Carmel or Monterey. read more

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While nothing was terrible about this place, nothing was that great either. The staff is nice and accommodating but the rooms are NOT $500+ quality. I thought the bathrooms were a little shabby and nothing blew me away as super nice. We won't be back here sorry to say. I wanted to love it. read more

Great place to stay and enjoy your time. Reasonably cheap for location and standard. The breakfast is all organic and very tasty. The facility has a great heated pool and gym. Personally I would highly recommend playing the above average mini golf. read more

The food is always so good there. Had one of the best halibut dinners of all time there. Can't go wrong.

Very disappointed with Quail Lodge. I've stayed several times and it's never been perfect, but the last time was a very poor experience and the managment seems not to care. They send texts to ask how you are enjoying your stay and ask that you rate from 1-5, 5 being the best. I rated 2 and noted that the room was noisy (sounds of a generator of some sort all night long), lots of light coming through skylight, which is directly above bed, and though there is a share - it still lets in a lot of light. We did not receive any response back at all. The front desk stafff is okay - but not great. The prices are realy too high given that it's not a full service hotel - no room service for example. Also quite annoying that bike rentals are $10 an hour when you are paying a lot for your room. You also don't have the convenience of being within easy walking to town. It's a very pretty location and the rooms are good sized - but overall lacks warmth and great management. Be aware that they do dynamic pricing - so the same room may be $237 when you look the first time, and next time tou go back to their site - same room may be $500 or much more. Check for promotions. read more

We just returned from a long weekend in Carmel Valley and stayed at Quail Lodge. Our room was terrific. Here are the highlights - heated floors in the bathroom, remodeled 5 piece bathroom, comfortable king bed, nice furnishings, a little banquette for snacking, quiet balcony and a surprisingly good breakfast (oatmeal, fruit, - not just your typical pastries). A few things that may need to be improved - we like to sleep extra-cold and the A/C was not quite up to par. We tried to open the window but it was broken. So, for the first night we slept with the door to the balcony open. Not ideal. They fixed the window the next day and the cool evening air made the room cold enough. We had one glitch - when we returned from sight-seeing in the village the next day, the trash had been emptied and the towels had all been removed. The bed was not made which was not a big deal but we were towel-less! It took a couple of phone calls to get towels and we never could figure out why our room was not tidied. But, all in all, we really loved this place and plan to return. read more

the room my wife and i had was fantastic, very clean rooms and quite a lil ways out of town but thats fine, the beds were very comfortable also a quick tip dont be expecting a microwave in the room, i would diffenantly recommend this place to family and friends if i am ever in the area again i will consider staying here again read more

If you want to feel warmly welcomed by a hotel, this is the place to stay. Beautiful grounds and casually elegant, this resort is a winner at every level. read more

Dusty. Musty. No ambiance. No sheet on the bed! No bath amenities. Air conditioning had to be reset 3 times for it to start working. I could go on and on. Total waste of money. And your time. read more

We stayed at Quail Lodge a few months ago. We normally always stay in Carmel by the Sea and this was the first time we stayed in the valley. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was lovely, super clean and updated. Hardwood floors in the rooms which is so much nicer than carpet. We had breakfast in the restaurant and it was OK - nothing remarkable. The grounds are well maintained. We will definitely come back. Probably not for breakfast though. read more

Spent the weekend here last week celebrating our anniversary at the place we spent our honeymoon 34 years ago. Still a very nice place. Nice spacious room, excellent service. All employees are very friedly and eager to help meet your needs. It is not cheap but it is a beautiful place. I played golf on Saturday as part of the package getting a 10:00 am starting time on a beautiful day. Great course, short but challenging. I would happily play golf there again. My wife had a massage as part of the package and said it was the best massage she has experienced. I hope we go back and celebrate another anniversary there. read more

Really enjoyed our stay here. Dinner at Edgar's was great and the hotel was clean and beautiful. The frogs at night are a wee bit loud but other than that had a great weekend getaway- would definitely recommend as a quiet relaxing place to stay! read more

Edgar's Restaurant at Quail Lodge and Golf Club in Carmel, CA is fortunate to have a great restaurant with an outstanding chef and staff. Chef Julio has created a delicious menu for fancy to casual dining. He recently presented a Skirt Steak and Kale salad that was memorable and incredibly delicious The salad was light and yet combined a mix of unexpected ingredients to create a salad like no other I have had before. The standard menu is also excellent. From a hamburger to a gourmet fish dish, it is great food. Plus the delightful staff are willing to make changes as requested. For kids, he has delicious chicken fingers with garlic fries that have a gourmet twist. The Arnold Palmer non alcoholic drink is served layered with tea and lemonade to delight the eye as well quench the thirst. This is a golf club restaurant open to the public that is not to be missed. An added plus is that the golf course is a walkable, pristine and beautifully kept golf course like no other in the area. read more

Just brought a group of 25 guests for a Yoga & Wellness Retreat to this beautiful spot. We had the most wonderful experience. From the location to the accommodations to the service to the food -- it was outstanding and I highly recommend this lodge. Max Schroeder went beyond the call of duty to make our event over-the-top special, and I know many of us will return soon. If you are looking for a quaint country get-a-way surrounded by beauty, this spot is for you! read more

My husband and I spent the night here for our anniversary. We do not normally spend this much for a room, but it was well worth it! We had a luxury king fireplace room. The room was spacious, clean, and had a nice deck that overlooked the putting green. The bed was big and very comfortable! The two robes in the room were also comfortable and the bathroom was awesome! It was very clean, spacious, plenty of towels, and nice toiletries. We went out to dinner and when we returned we had bottled water on each nightstand. That made me happy because I have medication to take at bedtime. The best was getting a bottle of wine and a big piece of chocolate cake for our anniversary! I have never had a hotel do that before! I highly recommend this hotel. I hope it does not close in November. We had dinner at the Forge in the Forest and it was excellent! The only minor gripe I have is the lack of hot food at the continental breakfast. We ate for free because we stayed at the hotel but I would not have wanted to pay $16 for cold cereal, muffins, toast and bagels. read more

I don't think I need to even write more than this- They offer you a glass of wine at check in. Need I say more?? I've never been happier to be the one checking in instead of waiting in the car. When I said that, the guy took a glass of wine out to my husband and brought waters for the kids! A California Baby gift pack was in the baby's crib. The dog had her own bed and 2 gifts: a travel water dish and a plush squeaky quail toy. Best part, there is some sort of deal going on and our room was $129/night. That's like a Motel 6 rate with Claremont treatment. Problem: I now want to be offered wine by all business establishments. Wouldn't grocery shopping be more pleasant with passed hors d'oeuvres and cocktails? read more

stayed here several nights while filming a segment for some land rover shit. the bungalows on the water hazards (golf course) were spacious, COMFORTABLE, intimate, and quiet. the ducks and the paper on my doorstep were a lovely bonus when having that first cup of coffee. the restaurant was delightful, the staff kick-ass, the land rover course was nice, and the spas...OH, THE SPAS... will be bringing a special someone here at some point...if i ever manage to find a special someone. ha. read more

You know how when you're a high roller in Vegas, you could just make one call to your VIP host and he/she will take care of EVERYTHING for you. Except I'm not a high roller, or was I in Vegas...I don't even gamble. BUT I made one call to the concierge at the Quail Lodge and that was the service I got. They helped me book my room , spa package, and found an outdoor activity for us. They even took care of the bill at the hotel so that we could enjoy our horseback riding without the hassle of dealing with payments when we got there. The room service was SUPER! Everything you want at your door. They have a few restaurants in the resort, but the one that provided the room service did not have the bottle of Riesling that I wanted. So, the gentlemen that took the order said he would run to the other restaurant and pick one up for me. Then the next morning, I called for room service again for breakfast and they said it would take 45 minutes for it to be ready. However, we had to rush out of the hotel for our early Horseback riding appt and so they brought breakfast within minutes! Was their service not great? Sh*t, 500/night for a garden suite room, it better be great! read more

Stayed for the first time last weekend and will certainly go back! Our room was rustic and cozy and a great place to spend a cold stormy couple of days relaxing in front of the fireplace. The valley is peaceful and beautiful and close enough to town if you want to take a quick drive for dinner. The staff was great, Audrey was super helpful and took great care of us and the bar staff Cesar and Brittany were awesome. Next time weather permitting we will take advantage of the bocce ball court, putting greens and pool read more

I loved my stay here! It was a quick overnight getaway from San Francisco, but it was so tranquil and relaxing here. We had the bungalow with 2 queen beds and it was wonderful. A patio overlooking the golf course was a great place to drink my coffee and tea in the morning and evenings. The deck outside the main lobby had a view of the lake, and was a nice place to relax. We had a delicious dinner at the property restaurant Edgar's, and the complimentary breakfast was a nice treat. Audrey at the front desk was by far the nicest, friendliest, and most efficient person I've ever had the pleasure to work with. Great service all around! Wish I could've stayed here longer! read more

I had the pleasure of staying at the Quail Lodge recently and I have to say I absolutely loved it. First of all, the grounds are lovely and tranquil and whether you are a golfer or not, it's great to look outside your window or sit on your own patio and enjoy all the greenery, fountains and lagoons. I felt my stress melt away the first time I sat out there with a glass of wine. Second, the beds are sooooo comfortable! Plush mattresses with a featherbed topping them make you just want to sink in and never come out. Top that off with a cloud of puffy down comforter and pillows and I swear I could have spent the whole weekend in that bed watching the big screen TV and reading a good book. We had a king suite so there was a marble and tile bathroom with separate shower and sunken tub that I made sure to take advantage of. Last but not least, we brought our dog with us and he has never been so spoiled in his life. His bed was almost as comfortable as ours and they provided chrome dog bowls, a chew toy and all the other goodies that people have written about. The only bad thing about the weekend was having to leave. I will definitely go back for a special occasion since it can be a little expensive but next time I want to spend two nights. One was not enough! read more

We loved the Quail Lodge and our dog loved it too. We checked in after an uncomfortable and unpleasant stay at Rosehaven Cabins in Big Sur. The room at Quail Lodge was large and comfortable with a patio overlooking a small lake. The grounds are lovely, green, and well-kept. The staff couldn't have been nicer. They cheerfully warmed our dog's food twice a day in the staff's own microwave oven (otherwise she won't eat). Everyone said "hello" and smiled when they saw us. Quite a difference from our previous experience at Rosehaven Cabins. We thought the price was more than fair and extra fees were minimal (extra charge for the dog). We're already planning our next trip to the Quail Lodge. read more

Just a gem to stay at. Pet friendly and we are so happy this place opened back up since we used to stay here with the previous owners. When you check in you are given a back pack with water bowl and quail stuffed animal inside for you to keep. This was a WOW factor that made us think that they are really pet friendly. Recently remodeled rooms really nice and well worth the money. We will always stay here in the future. My only advice would be to have doggie beds available so I don't have to bring mine from home(not a big deal, but would be nice). Will recommend for all, pet owners and non pet owners. read more

Went to Quail Lodge to check it out as a wedding venue. The one thing I wish I had known before going was that the ceremony, reception, and actual hotel are in three separate places that are all too far to walk. I didn't love the idea of my guests having to get in their cars multiple times throughout the evening. You can apparently rent a shuttle, but it was not included. The other main con was that we got lost each time we went to a new place. The ceremony space is in a separate gated community and there were no signs or directions of how to get to the specific spot. We asked the security guard who was very friendly but he did not know where the ceremony site was either. We did eventually find it and it was beautiful, but not quite what I'm looking for. The pros include that the staff was very friendly. The grounds are beautiful as is the lodge and the hotel. Ultimately, we decided it was out of our price range, the ceremony site was not what we were looking for, and we didn't like the separate locations. read more

Love this place! So lovely and quiet. The rooms are homey and comfortable. The staff was so friendly.

I chose to stay at the Quail Lodge for about 3 days due to all the excellent reviews I'd read previously on Yelp and other sources. This was one instance where my instincts were not lead wrong. This place is great! The staff is super friendly and we really loved the slow-going atmosphere of the lodge. We stayed in one of the Fairway Villas and, although a bit rustic and dated, it was a lovely experience! Having a private hot tub was a really nice touch as well, though I could survive without it. The food at the Quail was incredible! We ate at Edgar's 3 times during our stay, once for breakfast and twice for dinner. For us, the food was THAT good. We had never tasted such fresh calamari and all the entrees (from the fish to the Quail Club) were top notch. Service at the restaurant was also very friendly and warm. The last night, we ate outside right near the golf course and it was such a tranquil experience. Our we big fans of golf? Not at all, but the lodge offers so much more than golf. Didn't get the chance to try out the spa, but the pool was great. Very well heated and a joy to swim in. Another thing I have to add is how much the Quail and every place else around it makes you miss your dogs. We didn't take our dogs this time, but we were quite sorry that we didn't. I've never experienced a more pet friendly hotel than the Quail, and I think that Carmel has become even MORE pet friendly in the last number of years. I was also amazed how many guests came with dogs in pairs. We will DEFINITELY be bringing our pets next time!! So, the tops in a nutshell: 1. Very friendly and gracious staff 2. Terrific food 3. Very quiet 4. Beautiful atmosphere 5. Hot tub a nice touch 6. Parking very easy 7. Very easy and check-ins and checkout 8. We got a free blanket!!!! Disappointments/Issues? Yeah, there were a few little pet peeves. 1. The Fairway Villa, although a great room, DOES need an upgrade which, in all fairness, we were told by the front desk. The fireplace, for example, although amazing, should have a screen in front of it. Wasn't too crazy about the fact that the fire was completely exposed to the room. Made me just a bit uneasy. 2. Second would be the TV. Now, most of us have televisions and the whole point of a change of pace is to do something different from the same, mundane things of regular life. Watching TV is often part of the mundane nature of everyday life. Although we're not addicted to television, in this age of digital revolution, it was a little disappointing to see a very old Zenith tube television on a tray that looked liked it could very easily tip right over. The television was rather small and was very dated. Now, we were aware of things like this when we reserved the room and were told that the villas aren't as "modern" as some of the other rooms. Quail Lodge, you're awesome, but come on, guys! Let's get a nice 40-inch flat screen in there! They've been out for a while now. Channel selection could also have been a bit better. We only had the tv on between 8 and 10pm or so, but when you come from a city with Comcast digital cable and a constant programming guide on your screen, it's a little 1980s-ish to have no such guide on the screen nor a wide choice of programming to choose from. For $300+ a night, those rooms should have all the major local and premium stations, and yes I am talking Starz, Showtime, HBO, Encore...all of them! 3. The in-house bar....$2.75 for a can of Diet Coke that normally costs $0.75 to $1 is beyond absurd thus why we never touched anything in that bar. $9 for a little can of cashews which would cost $3 at Trader Joes? Forget it! I know that everyone needs a profit, but your fees should cover a lot of that and at the very least, the sodas should be complimentary. 4. Shower head.....don't get me wrong, we LOVED the force of the water in the shower, but why do so many hotels insist on installing the shower head so low at around 5 or so feet high? Anyone who's shorter would still have no trouble with the shower head, but for someone who's above average in height, it's a bit distressing to have to bend down to get your hair wet. 5. Bed pillows....I've heard some say how comfortable the beds and pillows are. The King sized bed we had was definitely very comfortable, but for the record...I'm bringing my own pillows next time. Not sure what they're like in the other rooms, but the pillows in the Fairway Villa had virtually no firmness or support to them. I like pillows that offer a lot of neck and head support. I had to use 3 just to get some support at all. Overall: I still give the Quail Lodge 5 stars. None of the criticisms I mentioned above would dramatically effect my opinion of the lodge, but they're definitely areas for improvement. Next time, we're definitely bringing our dogs and would like to stay in one of the Garden Suites!! read more

I am very saddened to hear that the Quail Lodge has closed its hotel! My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful weekend at this establishment for my birthday and had an amazing stay! The rooms and the staff were top notch and accommodating! I can also highly recommend their spa services! While I was there I enjoyed a fantastic manicure and pedicure coupled with a wonderful view and technician. The entire experience was just perfect. I will definitely be back to the spa portion that is left! read more

Many nice rooms, a handful of great ones, and a couple of busts. Be sure to request a good room in advance...one that faces the pond or the golf course (or you could end up looking at a walkway.) The rooms themselves are well appointed. The continental breakfast is quite good. The 9 hole putting course is great fun. Golf at the Quail Golf Club is well worth the greens fees. read more

My boyfriend and I were given a gift certificate for this resort, and both of us were extremely pleased. The staff was SUPER friendly and helpful, and made us feel welcome every time we walked through the door. Our room was spacious and very tidy. I'd definitely recommend coming here if you are interested in a get away with the loved one. read more

The resort gets 5 STARS!!! It was great but the golf course gets 1 star. My husband and I purchased the stay and play package for the resort and course. We arranged a tee-time and showed up early to use the driving range. We came down with two dogs and had limited room in our car so we decided to share a set of clubs for the one round we were going to play. As we walked up to put our clubs in our golf cart an employee stopped us and said we could not golf with only one golf bag...we had to have two. We belong to a country club in our home town so I understand there are rules but this gentleman was beyond rude. He didn't offer any sort of remedy...we would have been happy to pay for a set of loaner clubs for the round or borrowed a bag from the pro shop but he simply said no and turned us away. He just stared at us until we grabbed our clubs and left and seemed pleased we were leaving. We were dressed appropriately with collared shirts and golf slack so we were not breaking any other rules. They were so rude and unwilling to work with us, we would never come back to this course and do not recommend it to others. read more

Just spent two nights at Quail Lodge with our dog and loved it!!! I only wish I could have spent more time here. The pool was delightful, I enjoyed it before my husband arrived with our dog, I think its the only place she was not allowed. We ate at Edgars the whole time and were not disappointed. They had a special nine and dine, play nine holes of golf and receive $30 per person gift certificate to Edgars (late in the afternoon) . There was absolutely no one in front of us for the first 7 holes so we moved very quickly. Golf course was in good shape and definitely enjoyed the pace of play! My only complaint and it's a big one. Our room was near a bar that played live music both nights. After playing 27 holes of golf with a bottle of wine at dinner I was exhausted but the music was so loud (even the TV couldn't drown it out) I couldn't sleep. I complained the next day and they really didn't seem to care. Make sure you request a room far away from the bar (the bar is not part of Quail Lodge it's across the street) - the music was decent and would've been fun to be there if I wasn't so tired! read more

In Ca for college tours and the first night was spent at the Quail Lodge. We were greeted by Jessica and Lisa, I believe. Utterly accommodating and welcoming. The rooms are gorgeous, very large and airy. The grounds are beautiful as well. I lounged on the patio and watched my husband and son putt. Clubs are lent out at the office. The Oregon Ducks were playing a game that evening and I inquired with either Lisa or Jessica if they bar could get the game. She called back and said they were unable to get the game but had called to this cute little taqueria across the street and they could. How is that for service? Definitely walk across the street and try the taquira as well. Breakfast is simple and satisfying, high quality ingredients. Had a lovely stay and didn't want to leave. Wish we would have had this experience during our last evening of vacation at the Oakland Marina Best Western Plus, terrible. We will be back again! read more