Hotel Carmel puts you in a great location, within a short 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 travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Downtown Santa Monica Station is only 5 minutes on foot.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Parking available
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurants 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
Lift
Room options
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Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 33 min drive
Long Beach, CA (LGB-Long Beach Municipal) - 34 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 36 min drive
Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 40 min drive
Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank) - 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
Din Tai Fung - 2 min walk
The Cheesecake Factory - 2 min walk
True Food Kitchen - 2 min walk
Espresso Cielo - 1 min walk
KazuNori - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Carmel
Hotel Carmel puts you in a great location, within a short 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 travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Downtown Santa Monica Station is only 5 minutes on 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
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 cots (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
On-site valet parking (USD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
DONE
Transfers
Bus station shuttle*
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
2 coffee shops
Restaurant
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Scooter/moped hire 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
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Accessible bus station shuffle
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/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (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 – On-site restaurant.
Turn Though – On-site café. Open daily.
Lanea the Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
Chole – On-site bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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 that 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 that you 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 on-site 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 such as cycling, hiking and windsurfing. Hotel Carmel also has 2 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Carmel?
Yes, there's an on-site 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. Travellers say that 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, pier, and surrounding amenities. (32 reviews)
Breakfast options were conveniently located nearby with a discount offered to guests. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Good
17 Aug 2025
Great location, good valet parking and helpful staff.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 Aug 2025
Great location
Adam
Adam, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
8 Aug 2025
Great location visiting Santa Monica
Shahriar
Shahriar, 6-night trip
8/10 Good
12 Aug 2025
Great Location!
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Aug 2025
I stay here every time I visit my daughter!
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Jul 2025
I loved how close it was to everything in town
Laura
Laura, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Aug 2025
Great location, so close to the Santa Monica pier, restaurants, shops, etc. So convenient to access from the subway….literally steps away!
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Aug 2025
easy walking distance to most all attractions and restuarants. very clean ...
Neil
Neil, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 Aug 2025
It was nice
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Aug 2025
Great location! Walls were thin so you could hear everything inside and outside the building. Otherwise, great stay!
Natashia
Natashia, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
24 Jul 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
6 Jul 2025
The location of the hotel is walkable to shopping centre and santa monica pier
Ajub
Ajub, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Aug 2025
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.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 Jun 2025
Great spot, ideal and central
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Jul 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
27 Apr 2025
Hotel staff us friendly, rooms are nice, and Location is great
Gloria
Gloria, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jul 2025
Very nice
Ched
Ched, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jul 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
31 Jul 2025
Great location. Room was clean but nothing special. Bed was not very comfortable.
Barbara
Barbara, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
29 Jun 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
10/10 Excellent
7 Jun 2025
Very nice. Would stay there again.
Steven George
Steven George, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Jun 2025
Prefect location. Friendly staff. Clean rooms
Marta
Marta, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
29 Jul 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
8/10 Good
25 Jun 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
1 Aug 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.