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
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Parking available
Non-smoking
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
$213 nightly
The total price is $251
$251 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 33 min drive
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 34 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
True Food Kitchen - 2 min walk
The Cheesecake Factory - 2 min walk
Go Greek Yogurt - 4 min walk
Santa Monica Whaler - 2 min walk
Meat On Ocean - 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.
Languages
English, Filipino, German, Spanish
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
90 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
DONE
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
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE
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
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
DONE
Transfers
Bus station shuttle*
DONE
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.
Fees & policies
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
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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
Location
Room
Service staff
Beach
Restaurant
Bed
Piers
Parking
Shopping
Bathroom
What guests liked
The property's location is extremely convenient to the beach, with many guests able to walk to the beach, pier, and surrounding areas. (31 reviews)
The property's location is excellent, with many great places to eat just around the block. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2025
I loved how close it was to everything in town
Laura
Laura, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
The location of the property was awesome! Two blocks away from the pier, one from the promenade and a mall and one block from the beach! We walked everywhere we needed to go. The staff were very friendly and the place was clean. Would stay here again.
Corina
Corina, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 6, 2025
The location of the hotel is walkable to shopping centre and santa monica pier
Ajub
Ajub, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 11, 2025
Great spot, ideal and central
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
Really nice place near the Line 4 bus stop and Santa Monica Pier. There's accessibility to all kinds of things from this spot, something I truly appreciate when I book my stays. Everything worked well in the room, but the highlight was the bed. Great mattress/sheets/pillows. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 29, 2025
Very nice
Ched
Ched, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 21, 2025
Best location in Santa Monica for your buck. Hotel might old in the hallway but have the modern feel inside the room. Comfortable beds. Love it.
Rachelle
Rachelle, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 31, 2025
Great location. Room was clean but nothing special. Bed was not very comfortable.
Barbara
Barbara, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 27, 2025
Hotel staff us friendly, rooms are nice, and Location is great
Gloria
Gloria, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 29, 2025
Valet parking was great, walking distance to the beach was perfect, the room was nice a little small, but it was nice and comfortable Our window was facing the street so it was a little noisy with the traffic and people walking all in all the day was great
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 29, 2025
Once a couple issues were handled everything was wonderful. Pleasant staff! Front desk was very helpful. When we left this morning early, I had to wake up the man sitting there to tell him we were leaving.
Brenda
Brenda, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 7, 2025
Very nice. Would stay there again.
Steven George
Steven George, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2025
Prefect location. Friendly staff. Clean rooms
Marta
Marta, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 25, 2025
Great location, very cheap valet parking and fees, yes the hotel is a little dated and our room was above a bar so noisey at night but for what is cost you can’t complain!
H
H, 5-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 1, 2025
The hotel itself was great. Centrally located, so there was a lot of people traffic. We were woken up several times in the middle of the night from people outside, presumably walking home from bars. It’s a great place to stay, but I would not stay here again if I wanted a decent night sleep.
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 29, 2025
Good location . Showers not good but property felt safe .
Good if you want to see Santa Monica
Gareth
Gareth, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 30, 2025
The staff was incredibly wonderful, and helpful, and caring. I don’t think the establishment was worth the money we spent. The room was small and looked like a motel. The AC was loud.
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 10, 2025
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
Daniel, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 21, 2025
Clean room, amazing location! Rooms were updated but the hallway and lobby were dingy and definitely looked like they’ve never been updated.
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 16, 2025
Was pleasantly surprised by the property. Such a short walk to the beach for the price you absolutely can't Beat It. The only thing is parking is an extra charge but for $35 you get valet and they get your car for you whenever you need it. I'll stay again and I do recommend
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 2, 2025
The staff were very friendly and accommodating
Molly
Molly, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 25, 2025
overall the room was nice the weekend staff was super nice. the lady working Monday was very rude. The stumping from the people upstairs was annoying. valet was very convenient
Samantha
Samantha, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 3, 2025
Friendly, accommodating staff.
Dorothea
Dorothea, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
May 6, 2025
Perfect location, staff made you feel
Right at home. Will stay again!