Monterey Regional Airport is about 20-minutes away from Carmel.
San Jose Mineta International Airport is a little over an hour drive from Carmel.
there are many options for accommodations nearby, such as airbnbs and boutique inns in downtown Carmel. we recommend Carmel Mission Inn, Le Petit Pali, Horizon Inn & Ocean View Lodge, and Carmel Green Lantern Inn, but there are many great options to choose from.