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Hotel Carmel

3.5 star property

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Beach nearby
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar

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Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA, 93923
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Mobility Accessible King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Accessible Queen/Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Upper Level King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Fireplace Courtyard King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Balcony Queen/Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Fireplace Upper Level King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Upper Level Queen/Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Courtyard)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Upper Level Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hotel Carmel

This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, Access to hot tub and concierge services. Free continental breakfast and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers are on-site.
Hotel Carmel offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

Recreational amenities at the hotel include Access to hot tub.
The free breakfast at Hotel Carmel gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Carmel Plaza. You'll find features such as free self-parking, plus a bar and 1 hot tub.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free self-parking
  • Relax with a drink at the gastropub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • Guests speak favourably about the breakfast and the overall condition of the property
  • 12 minutes by foot from Carmel Beach and a 3-minute drive from 17-Mile Drive
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Hotel Carmel also features a hot tub, a garden, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Carmel hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Brophy's Tavern – This gastropub serves lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Brophy's Tavern

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1959
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 43.70 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dolphin Carmel
Dolphin Inn
Dolphin Inn Carmel
Hotel Carmel
Hotel Carmel Hotel
Hotel Carmel Carmel
Hotel Carmel Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 639 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with the proximity to downtown, tucked away on a calm quiet street. The service was great. We were not happy with the acoustics
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederique

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent experience. Every attention to detail
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shad

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vikram

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Katie, San Rafael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was in need of a deep cleaning, carpets were severely stained, toilet ran the whole time, tv would just change channels randomly. Location is amazing & staff was great. Hotel is just out dated for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean , friendly , and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Visalia

Staff and accommodations were excellent. Location a few blocks from restaurants and shopping!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

andra

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Here’s the good: breakfast, comfortable beds. Here’s the bad: lights outside of the room short the room all night, walls are thin- could hear snoring in the room next door, decor was not so great- plastic headboards, baths are old, carpet dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, personable staff, good breakfast and well appointed room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely location and staff. The courtyard is a perfect place to unwind at the end of the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamsen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel amenities, location, design and staff were all great. Our room was small but functional (other room types were larger). Great proximity to Ocean Ave shops and restaurants. Excellent breakfast provided and the hot tub was a great addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We would definitely stay here again!! Adorable place, clean rooms, sweet courtyard is comfortable and warm. Love hanging out there, in and out of the room. The staff is friendly, the food delicious and the beverages as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in the charming downtown area of Carmel. Nice walk to restaurants, shopping and beach. Great hot tub and outdoor fireplace for relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here. It is such a cute spot and very close to restaurants, shopping, and drinks! It is so quiet and serene. The room was very clean and tidy. The surrounding common areas were also very clean and inviting. I will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite places to stay in Carmel. Clean, friendly staff, dog friendly & beautiful grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff is so professional,friendly and accessible . The grounds are under constant care and clean up. A very lovely,efficient and friendly breakfast attendant is to be commended .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Long Beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was fine, we think the price does not match the hotel. We paid about $500 a night at the end of September for a clean room, nothing to write home about. It’s definitely walkable but the complimentary “breakfast” was laughable. Fruit flies, croissants and a few stale bagels that was about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025