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Hotel Carmel

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel near Carmel Beach

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Front of property
Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Miscellaneous
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Carmel

Hotel Carmel puts you in the heart of Carmel, within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Brophy's Tavern is open for lunch and dinner. Other amenities include concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Northwest Carmel hotel include Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium.

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, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 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

Comfortable 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 a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Brophy's Tavern

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1959
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

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 aged 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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Carmel?

Hotel Carmel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Carmel?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Carmel on 16 May 2024 start from AU$427.71, 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Carmel?

Yep, Hotel Carmel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Carmel?

Yep, Hotel Carmel is a short 12-minute walk from Carmel Beach.

What makes Hotel Carmel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Carmel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Carmel?

No, Hotel Carmel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Carmel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Carmel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hotel Carmel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 740 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 740 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 740 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 740 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 740 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

10/10 Excellent

lesleen

Travelled 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