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Hotel Carmel

3.0 star property
3-star Beaux Arts hotel near Third Street Promenade

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

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
  • Santa Monica Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Santa Monica Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Venice Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Queen Beds & 1 Sofa Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Monica

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Santa Monica hotel, you'll find Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Beach. Also, Santa Monica Pier is within half a mile (1 km) and Venice Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Monica Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Venice Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Venice Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Din Tai Fung - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪True Food Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Santa Monica Whaler - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Carmel

3-star Beaux Arts hotel near Third Street Promenade
There's a restaurant on site, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Hotel Carmel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Beaux Arts Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Built in 1924
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hotel Carmel offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 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)

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, 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Carmel to the airport?

Hotel Carmel is 15.8 mi (36-min drive) away from the Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Carmel?

As of Sep 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Carmel on Sep 15, 2025 start from $188.01, 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 6-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach and 1.9 mi (13-min drive) from Venice 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, but Hollywood Park Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Carmel?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Carmel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 35 per day.

Does Hotel Carmel have a pool?

Hotel Carmel does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Carmel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Carmel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Carmel to downtown Santa Monica?

Hotel Carmel is 0.1 mi away from Santa Monica.

Hotel Carmel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1006 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shelly

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was very friendly. Rooms were clean and beds were very comfortable. Suites are quite roomy. Very close to the beach. Concerns: Water pressure is low. There was no hair conditioner in the shower, just “conditioning shampoo” which doesn’t cut the mustard for women with long hair. Finally, ther certificate of inspection in the elevator was nearly a year out of date. Given that the elevator was bumpy at best, this is a big concern.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ang

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, a very cute, unique old school hotel. I loved the vibe & the people were nice. They just need to add a few extras like a mini fridge, microwave, & darkening curtains. The air conditioning unit was also extremely loud.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina R

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jobani

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Close to the pier and restaurants. We'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jihan

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gertrude

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayo

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Stefanie Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are super friendly and very accommodating. At first glance I was a little concerned by the appearance, and you might be too, but, don't let the reception decor and hallway carpet fool you. The room was very clean, the bed was extremely comfortable and the bathroom was in excellent condition. I highly enjoyed my stay and would book again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was very top notch,my granddaughter and I felt safe and well taken care of. Also everything was in walking distance to all activities in the area. Thank you so much for the experience!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good Location, Could do with improvements

The Hotel is in a fantastic location downtown in a nice part of the neighbourhood. The rooms could do with an upgrade. The aircon unit is so loud each night that it wakes you up when it starts up. It's beyond silly. The rooms could do with modernising and the walls are thin. The staff were great, the bed was comfortable enough
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shi Qi

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel iron left a stain on my white dress
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People yelling in the street outside multiple times in the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Nice

Wonderful staff. Great location. Lovely older building with updates while maintaining the original characteristics. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rhita

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Can’t beat the price and the location

The hotel is located right in the heart of Santa Monica so super convenient. It is a bit dated but still comfortable. No air in the rooms and you can’t really keep your window open due to loud noises and screaming at night by the unhoused. The shower needed some help and the tv didn’t work, but all that said you can’t beat the price and the location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025