Hotel Carmel

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

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

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
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Venice Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds & 1 Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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 - 4 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
  • ‪Espresso Cielo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪LouLou Santa Monica - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Pizza - ‬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

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)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day

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

Carmel Santa Monica
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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 Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Carmel on Nov 10, 2025 start from $163.31, 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 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.

Reviews

Hotel Carmel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 445 out of 1063 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1063 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1063 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1063 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1063 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Santa Monica Pier as well as 3rd Street Prominade. Excellent price, too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, FRESNO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Carmel is a reasonably priced place to stay near to Santa Monica Boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Molly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful hotel. AC didn’t work middle of the summer, damp rooms, tv didn’t work
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every time I visit my daughter!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Leonard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Horrible view, clammy room.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Regina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

älteres, zentral gelegenes Hotel

Ein in die Jahre gekommenes Hotel mit kleinen Zimmern. Wir waren zu 4. und hatten kaum Platz mit unserem gesamten Gepäck. Auch das Bad war eher klein, jedoch war das Zimmer sehr sauber und hell. Das Personal war nett und hilfsbereit. Das Hotel liegt sehr zentral und bieten ein Valet Parking für $35 an. Wir durften unser Auto und unser Gepäck sogar am Abreisetag noch bis Mitte Nachmittags kostenlos da lassen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The valet parking was a bit expensive but extremely convenient. This hotel is about location it’s 2 blocks from the pier and very close to the mall, what else could you want, it’s not the Hilton but has its own charming appeal. I like the rooms on the west side and the front desk and we do kind to accommodate me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Great location, so close to the Santa Monica pier, restaurants, shops, etc. So convenient to access from the subway….literally steps away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Herenia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel is clean, shower worked great, check-in was easy. They have a breakfast/lunch/dinner place right next to the hotel that has good breakfast food. We wanted to go for dinner, but they close at 3:00 p.m.?? You get a discount if you show your hotel key. There is no fridge or microwave in the rooms, and if you want ice, you have to get it from the front desk. The beds in the room we had were extremely noisy and not comfortable, but we did see them putting new mattresses in some of the rooms. They say they have sound proof rooms but you could hear lots of noise from outside the room and outside the hotel. Overall, it was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Zhifeng

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location. Room was clean but nothing special. Bed was not very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taejaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ched

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asia, Union

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maycarl

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