Stilwell Hotel

4.0 star property

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Courtyard
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior
Deluxe King | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
San Carlos St at 5th Ave, Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Carmel Plaza
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carmel Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Carmel Mission Basilica
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Courtyard Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Mountain View Suite

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Balcony King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Queen Accessible Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Queen

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Balcony King

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Carmel Bay Suite

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Accessible King

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior King Suite with Fireplace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About this property

Stilwell Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near 17-Mile Drive
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff assistance. Housekeeping is available on request.
Stilwell Hotel offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Stilwell Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Carmel Plaza. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Within a 15-minute walk of 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Beach
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Stilwell Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Carmel hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 70 lb per pet)
  • 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 available for USD 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Stilwell Hotel.

Property is also known as

Carmel Lodge
Lodge Carmel
Carmel Lodge
Stilwell Hotel Hotel
Stilwell Hotel Carmel
Stilwell Hotel Hotel Carmel

Stilwell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 263 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John, San Mateo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, staff, and location! Already booked it for another visit!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Must Stay in Carmel

Stayed for a night at this terrific property. Exceptional service and amenities, very well designed and perfectly located. As a Carmel native, I would highly recommend this place without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this property is newly renovated super clean and very nice and the bedding is unbelievabley comfortable we highly recommended this hotel we visit 4 times a year so we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evgenii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a charming and clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and fresh
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a great place. I'd definitely come back when i return to Carmel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful property!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAYNA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Carmel. Remodeled rooms have every modern convenience and very quiet! Staff is amazing and super energetic and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

marco a, Dublin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izabela, Pleasanton

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property nestled in downtown Carmel. I will be back... the brick oven pizzas were delicious.. Rooms are spacious and modern, staff is extremely pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing!!!! Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny, zephyr cove

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny, zephyr cove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
second time we've stayed snd we will be back. Staff is amazing! overall experience is a 10
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Priced too high - but a good stay

The location is great, the room was comfortable and well appointed but I feel the rate is too high for the overall service received.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! My friend and I had an amazing time. The only recommendation would be to add slippers in the rooms. But overall 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025