The hotel is blocks away from shopping and restaurants but I did not realize the street in front is a good incline if you wanted to stay parked and go back and forth on foot. My 71 year old mother did okay walking it, just took our time. Other than that, even though we enjoyed Carmel and Monterey, we both felt the hotel was the highlight of our 3 night stay. We loved the breakfasts- fresh and delicious and attentively presented, loved getting to make our selection and the gentle knock at the door when it was dropped off, how friendly the staff was, complementary cookies and spa water, the beautiful grounds and rooms. It was a quiet and peaceful location. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms nicely “freshened up” each day. We really missed Tradewinds when we checked out, and hope to return again soon. They set the bar very high for an affordable boutique hotel experience!!