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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
An aerial view of a beach with a pier, a Ferris wheel, and a shipwreck.
A lobby with a large floral arrangement in a dark vase, a round table, and a patterned rug.
A hotel entrance with a red awning, a sign reading "HOTEL GARMEL", and potted plants along the walkway.
A lobby with a large vase of white flowers, a wooden ceiling, and a tiled floor.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
  • Place, Third Street Promenade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard King Room

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a telephone, a picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(74 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white and teal pillows, a white headboard, and a bedside lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Queen Room

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

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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 Place - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Monica Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 6 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 20 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Din Tai Fung - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Cielo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪LouLou Santa Monica - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Santa Monica Whaler - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Carmel

3-star Beaux Arts hotel near Third Street Promenade
Hotel Carmel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Hotel Carmel also features limo service, a front-desk safe, and a porter. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Santa Monica hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 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
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
  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)
  • 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 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)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 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, 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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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

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

How close is Hotel Carmel to the airport?

Hotel Carmel is 15.8 mi (44-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 Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Carmel on Sep 1, 2026 start from $269, including 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 2 mi (14-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 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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 1359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1359 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ivelisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying here, very convenient spot and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walking distance to many restaurants, shops, beach and pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Davinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and very friendly hotels
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice, staff was very pleasant and location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay! The staff was wonderful and the bed was comfortable. The location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sahara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean hotel. Great staff. Would recommend staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but clean room and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean, conveniently located ,older hotel hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suvarna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay experience and location. I wish the room had a small refrigerator.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel close to many activities and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cutest boutique hotel and perfect location near restaurants and the beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Khoshaba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and clean, front desk upgrades our room and pushed back our check out.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, clean, helpful staff and a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The parking worked very well and the housekeeping staff did a very good job
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at Hotel Carmel a few times now and every time, it's been great! It's in a central area located just a few minutes walk from pretty much anything! It's just a few minutes from the Promenade or a few minutes from the pier. It's a great hotel to stay in!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Basic, old-time hotel--just fine for our stay. Valet service is helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vitalii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with kind staff and spotless rooms. I enjoyed every moment of my stay here! Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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