Hotel Carmel

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts Santa Monica hotel in Downtown Santa Monica with bars/lounges

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Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
  • Popular LocationThird Street Promenade1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Monica Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Monica Pier6 min walk
  • AirportLos Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)36 min drive

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.9/10 Good

Highlights

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds & 1 Sofa Bed

8.2/10 Very Good

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.3/10 Good

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4/10 Very Good

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Santa Monica

Located near the beach, Hotel Carmel is in Downtown Santa Monica, a walkable area in Santa Monica with good shopping. Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Kia Forum. Windsurfing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade - 1 min walk
  • Santa Monica Beach - 6 min walk
  • Santa Monica Pier - 6 min walk
  • Venice Beach - 14 min drive
  • Venice Beach Boardwalk - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 5 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪True Food Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Go Greek Yogurt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Santa Monica Whaler - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Dudes' Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Carmel

Hotel near Third Street Promenade
Located close to Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Beach, Hotel Carmel provides a coffee shop/cafe, car rentals on site, and 2 bars. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Interactive Cafe, the on-site café. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), concierge services, and laundry services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 90 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • On-request microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Filipino, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Chole
  • Independence Tavern
  • Interactive Cafe
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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

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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 23.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 35 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Is Hotel Carmel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Carmel?

As of Jun 5, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Carmel on Jun 13, 2024 start from $209.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Carmel?

Valet parking is available for USD 35 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Carmel?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel Carmel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Carmel located?

Located in Downtown Santa Monica, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Beach, and Santa Monica Pier. Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are also within 2 mi (3 km). Downtown Santa Monica Station is 5 minutes by foot and 17th Street/SMC Station is 23 minutes.

Reviews

7.6

Good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 1006 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to walk to everything near by, rooms were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Some of the staff was rude, had construction going on throughout the day and night all through the hotel. The only good thing was the location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Felicia, Santa Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very nice and my room was clean and comfortable. The hallways looked a bit outdated, but the bar was really beautiful. My only problem was that a bar/club nearby was extremely loud. If I were young and still stayed out late, I would not have been bothered. But I generally do not stay up late.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an older hotel, but it has so much character. Wonderful location and the staff are so nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is older but in great condition. Location is great for shopping and the beach and Pacific pier is all within a few minutes of walking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sheri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good place in Santa Monica for the price. Not fancy but clean and great location. Room gets a lot of road noise.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was fine, however they do not tell you they charge 38.50 a night to park your car. This would have been very helpful. Rooms are very small, I would not recommend this place for larger people. We barely fit in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was great. The staff was very helpful and friendly which made check-in/out very efficient! The hotel was so close to the pier (it was only a few minutes to walk) which made the evening enjoyable. The room was very clean and looked really nice. I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great location. Easy to park. Loud area and loud guests. Asked to be moved to a quieter area and they accommodated us. Nice service. Great valet service for our car. Had to go down 3 floors to get ice. Had to request a refrigerator if you are not in a suite. People across the hall were partying loud at 10:30 at night. Called front desk and they took care of it right away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Arpy, Irvine

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not bad if you don’t mind lack of amenities. Bed covers are too thin to keep warm. Noisy outside. But a block away form the beach and shopping. Depends how you look at it…
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Glen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel, and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Kerrilynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very nice, hotel was pretty clean. My only complaint is that it was very loud there. I woke up at 5am from people above me stomping around for a half hour. It was loud outside. A lot of construction and banging going on. Did not sleep very well here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Great location to pier and area shopping and restaurants. Value great compared to other area hotels. Older property but rooms nicely updated with comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our fourth or fifth stay at Carmel Hotel. Great location, close to LAX, friendly staff. While building is older, rooms have been recently renovated and updated. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Renata

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I liked how close it was to the ocean and Santa Monica Pier and the price. The inside rooms need a little refresher. But the staff was excellent. Very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, convenient and clean. Older property (no bathroom fan, small room, thin walls/windows) and significant street noise at night. There was a non-optional daily fee that was described as being for the coffee and water bottles in the room. We enjoyed our stay but I would likely look into other options if returning to Santa Monica for more than a couple of nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin, Visalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff members!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Grace

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was dilapidated, plastic covering some of the doorways. Very noisy place. I would not recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but the noise in our room was unbearable- you could hear people walking above you clearly like they were coming through the roof and someone was banging up there all night- street noise was really bad too - the windows were not insulated at all - not sure if they were full but request an inside room if possible
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0