Hotel Carmel

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Third Street Promenade

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Front of property
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Beach nearby
Lobby
Dining
Hotel Carmel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, University of California, Los Angeles and Rodeo Drive are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Downtown Santa Monica Station is just 5 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Valet parking
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • Limo/town car service
  • Bus station shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Laundry service
  • Elevator

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds & 1 Sofa Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Venice Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Venice Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 33 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 36 min drive
  • Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 40 min drive
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 53 min drive
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Van Nuys Station - 23 min drive
  • Glendale Transportation Center - 25 min drive
  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 5 min walk
  • 17th Street/SMC Station - 23 min walk
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Din Tai Fung - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪True Food Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Santa Monica Whaler - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, University of California, Los Angeles and Rodeo Drive are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Downtown Santa Monica Station is just 5 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 90 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Bus station shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Restaurant

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1924
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Accessible bus station shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Jinkys - Onsite restaurant.
Turn Though - Onsite café. Open daily.
Lanea the Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Chole - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 23.00 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 35 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Carmel Santa Monica
Hotel Carmel
Hotel Carmel Santa Monica
Carmel Hotel Santa Monica
Hotel Carmel Hotel
Hotel Carmel Santa Monica
Hotel Carmel Hotel Santa Monica

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Carmel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Carmel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Carmel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Carmel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 35 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Carmel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Carmel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Park Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Carmel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and windsurfing. Hotel Carmel also has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Carmel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Jinkys.

What's the area around Hotel Carmel like?

Hotel Carmel is in Downtown Santa Monica, a short 5-minute walk from Downtown Santa Monica Station and 6 minutes' walk from Santa Monica Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Hotel Carmel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Beach
Restaurant
Bed
Piers
Parking
Shopping
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • The property's location is very convenient to the beach, pier, and promenade, making it an excellent choice for beachgoers. (33 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were conveniently located nearby with a discount offered to guests. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Tired but

Although the hotel is a little tired, its location wins! It’s so central! The staff were also lovely and made any interaction a pleasure.
Alison, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Carmel for the win!

Super convenient location, close to the beach and the 3rd street promenade. Hotel was clean, room enough for 5 in the 2 room suite, seemed to be recently painted and new floors. I was pleasantly surprised and happy with the choice. Very reasonably priced
Andrew, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quality stay in Santa Monica

Great quality and the staff were very kind. We had a special request and they made it happen. Very close to the beach. Will be back.
Caleb, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best location!

We LOVED the proximity to the beach, pier, & places to eat. Room was a little small but we weren’t there to sit in the room all day. I would stay there again for sure if back in Santa Monica!
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short stop in Santa Monica

Perfectly located for Santa Monica activities. Property clean, very nice staff. We recommend.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff us friendly, rooms are nice, and Location is great
Gloria, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well placed hotel in Santa Monica, friendly staff
Lyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Hotel near the Beach

Very friendly staff, close to the beach, nice area. There was a strange, indefinable smell in the room.
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location-location-location!

Great location - walking distance to pier, shopping and dining. Valet was super busy so there was a slight delay in parking, but retrieval was within minutes.
thomas and sheila, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay in SB

Staff was friendly and helpful. Location excellent. Older hotel that has been kept up and maintain.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Close to the pier and restaurants. We'll be back
Alex, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Looks great online but dated interior. Great location and price for nightlife… which was a negative in our case since it’s noisy and inconvenient for a family passing through with late arrival and early departure during a roadtrip.
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute, central and clean

Cute, older, but well-kept hotel in the heart of Santa Monica. Walk to beach, restaurants, entertainment. Very clean. Rose at reception is a sweetheart. Would definitely stay there again.
Lauren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I've stayed here before and it's a great spot! It's close to entertainment and dining on the Promenade and the Pier. And the facility is very nice and clean
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly and accommodating
Molly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming older boutique hotel

Came for a night with the family to cruise around Santa Monica. Our room was ready early, and the check in process was smooth. It
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, accommodating staff.
Dorothea, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location of the hotel is just perfect. Close to the public parking and walk distance to almost every central restaurants and shops is around 10min. maximum. However the rooms are a bit old, and smells like moisture. Nice overall hotel if you are outside most of the time though.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect location, staff made you feel Right at home. Will stay again!
Andrea, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely one-night stay that left us feeling quite content. The staff was incredibly friendly, making us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived. It was great to find the pier just a short walk away, allowing us to enjoy some beautiful time by the water. Plus, the nearby restaurant, which offers a nice discount to guests for breakfast, surprised us with its delicious food. Overall, it was a delightful experience!
Yuriko, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location
Benjamin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overnight stay

This is a very cute hotel in an EXCELLENT location just a block from the beach, the pier, restaurants etc. It is the city so if you need quiet at night, this might not be the place for you. Use earplugs and should be ok. Great breakfast place right next door.
Kim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very Nice

Wonderful staff. Great location. Lovely older building with updates while maintaining the original characteristics. Very enjoyable stay.
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This boutique hotel was very charming and comfortable. In a perfect location, walking distance to many restaurants and attractions. We easily walked to the pier, Palisades Park, the Third Street Promenade etc. Felt very safe here and the town is really cute.
Emilee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is lovely decorated in art deco style and is in a strategic location, just a few steps from the Third Street Promenade and from Santa Monica Pier
Valeria, 2-night trip