Hotel Carmel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Carmel Beach

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Hotel Carmel

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Front of property
Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Miscellaneous

Overview of Hotel Carmel

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the neighborhood

Map
Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA, 93923
  • Popular LocationCarmel Plaza5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarmel Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarmel Mission Basilica3 min drive
  • AirportMonterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)8 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carmel

Heart of Carmel.Your stay at this Northwest Carmel hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Carmel Plaza and Galante Vineyards are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 5 min walk
  • Carmel Beach - 12 min walk
  • 17-Mile Drive - 19 min walk
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Carmel Bakery - 6 min walk
  • Il Fornaio - 7 min walk
  • Vesuvio - 5 min walk
  • Dametra Cafe - 6 min walk
  • Stationæry - 4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Carmel

3.5-star hotel near Carmel Beach
Hotel Carmel offers its guests a garden, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Hotel Carmel also features dry cleaning/laundry services and an ATM. The front desk is open around the clock. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Carmel hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1959
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Carmel offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

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 age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 88 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Breakfast
  • 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 250 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Carmel to the airport?

Hotel Carmel is 5.6 mi (8-min drive) away from the Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Carmel?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Carmel on May 6, 2024 start from $294.0, 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.

Does Hotel Carmel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Carmel.

How close is Hotel Carmel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Carmel Beach and 1.7 mi (8-min drive) from Carmel River State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Carmel offer free breakfast?

Hotel Carmel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Carmel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Carmel?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Carmel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Carmel have a pool?

Hotel Carmel does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Carmel have a restaurant?

Hotel Carmel is home to Brophy's Tavern, which features happy hour.

Does Hotel Carmel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Carmel to downtown Carmel?

Hotel Carmel is 0.2 mi away from Carmel.

Hotel Carmel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 739 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very quaint hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ericka

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a lovely little boutique hotel in the heart of Carmel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk people were very nice. Sangria in afternoon and champagne with breakfast were nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ken, grapevine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a very nice place to stay but the parking is a problem. Also, we would have preferred that they change up the breakfast occasionally, since we were there for 6 days.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

lesleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location is awesome , close to the downtown and close to the beach, all walking distances!n. The customer service at the hotel was top notch, we will be staying there again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023