Hotel Carmel

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Dining
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Beach nearby
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
  • Place, Third Street Promenade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(92 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Carmel

Along with 2 bars/lounges, this smoke-free hotel has valet parking and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, limo/town car service and a computer station are on-site.
Hotel Carmel offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Santa Monica hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Microwaves and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
The shopping around Hotel Carmel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Monica Beach. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 bars and concierge services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the 2 bars/lounges
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Third Street Promenade and 6 minutes on foot from Santa Monica Beach
  • Bus station shuttle shuttle service available for a fee
  • Pets welcome for a fee
Hotel Carmel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Hotel Carmel also features limo service, a front desk safe, and a porter. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

Lanea the Bar – This bar only serves light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Chloe – On-site bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges

Restaurants on site

  • Chloe
  • Lanea the Bar

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1924
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 23.00 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 35 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 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, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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

  • Alcohol isn't served at Hotel Carmel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Hotel Carmel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 623 out of 1325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 366 out of 1325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1325 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent close to Santa Monica pier lots of shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, great rate.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating and the beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place with a nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely vintage hotel. Clean rooms & nice staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach, prime location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, cleanliness, Valet parking and friendliness of the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Excellent location, very polite and friendly staff. Lovely clean room. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, very clean. Location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mythili

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. While our stay was brief, it was a great location for us. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was perfect. We loved this hotel, friendly, quiet and well located - close to Pier, walking distance to Venise beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, the room was comfortable and clean and the location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thamirys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful retro hotel. Although it is rather old it is clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is perfect if you want to get the best of Santa Monica. I will definitely stay there again on my next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super cute rooms, family friendly, valet parking, close to shops and beaches, hospitable and sweet staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean comfortable and I a great walkable location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
cute little spot for a staycation
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is great, just dated which we understand is the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Franko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025