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Hotel Carmel

3.5 star property
Relax by the sea or connect with nature on your doorstep. Let this charming getaway bring serenity to your travels.

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Serves lunch, dinner, and happy hour
Exterior
Just steps from Carmel Beach, Hotel Carmel offers a warm welcome with in-room WiFi, a garden to unwind, and outdoor furniture for relaxation. Enjoy the convenience of dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage while taking advantage of helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Near the beach
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
The current price is $305
includes taxes & fees
$268 per night
Mar 4 - Mar 5

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Level)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

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Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Upper Level)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

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Balcony
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Upper Level)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Upper Level)

Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Upper Level)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA, 93923

What's nearby

  • Carmel Plaza - 5 min walk
  • Sunset Center - 12 min walk
  • Carmel Beach - 12 min walk
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 8 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 36 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 36 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Bakery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vesuvio - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dametra Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sade's Cocktails - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Carmel

Hotel Carmel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Beach are within a short drive. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

English, German

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1959
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Brophy's Tavern - This gastropub serves lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 43.70 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • In-room coffee
    • Internet access (may be limited)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Carmel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Carmel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Carmel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Hotel Carmel and nearby?

Hotel Carmel has a garden.

Does Hotel Carmel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Hotel Carmel like?

Hotel Carmel is in Northwest Carmel, a short 12-minute walk from Carmel Beach and 19 minutes' walk from 17-Mile Drive.

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Hotel Carmel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Well done!
Great location. Nice continental breakfast. Great front desk folks. Lovely room.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in convenient location and friendly service.
Rosy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay! Our room on second floor had ocean view. Property was new and clean and a short walk to downtown. Small but quality breakfast with fresh fruits and pastries.
Sofia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room and staff were great
Conor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our first visit to Hotel Carmel and it was a wonderful experience. The lobby staff, especially Anne, were inviting and helpful. We enjoyed the homey feel and it felt more like a B&B rather than a hotel. We will definitely be back!
Dana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's a great option in Carmel!
My husband and I had an amazing stay at this hotel. The location is great. We walked to the many food and shopping options. Also, it was a nice walk to the beach. The staff was very nice and helpful. The free breakfast was great!
Angela, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful location in downtown Carmel with very friendly and helpful employees.
Grace, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay was great very nice people
david, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice little place
The hotel is conveniently located in downtown and is a clean quiet place. The staff was very personable and helpful. The breakfast was very good. Loved the warm croissants. The room was small, a bit dated, and the bathrooms needed updating. Parking was inadequate, so one had to park on the street if arrival was late.
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place! Friendly staff too. Highly recommended!
RICHARD, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Two thumbs up
The highlight is the very attentive staff. They are very helpful, cheerful, eager to assist in any way they can. This is an older property that is very well maintained, and has clearly been updated recently. Happy hour sangria and a healthy breakfast round out the positives.
PETER, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall I really liked staying here. I read reviews about how the walls are paper thin and its really loud and I was worried. The walls were really thin and I could literally hear everything from neighbors, but it was not a big problem for me cause they all became quite after 10pm. I had my earplugs for sleep. I guess it really helped. Welcome cookies, wine, and the breakfasts were good. I'd stay here again if I visit carmel by the sea. Its a lovely town and everywhere is ultra pet friendly.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE
This was a great location to celebrate my mom's 82nd bday. As soon as she opened the room she immediately said.. "oh, this is a beautiful room! Take advantage to wine down with the wine and cheese moment and definitely enjoy breakfast! The jacuzzi was wonderful to enjoy a last discussion on what the days experiences entailed. I would definitely come back again! The location was PERFECT
Beth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of Carmels best Hotels!!! Great location, great breakfast, yummie cookies, fresh baked …. Well maintained… Sports Bar adjacent!!
Robert, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

3 short blocks from Ocean Ave. Nice outside seating area with a fireplace and fire pit. Also nice jacuzzi.
Kerry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved how friendly the staff was and the breakfast was amazing. We enjoyed the fireplace in the courtyard and the easy walk into town. We’ll be back!
Camille, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The patio and spa are perfect. All staff are friendly, courteous and helpful. Brophy’s is worth a visit or two. The grounds and rooms are very clean.
Linda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed the property and how quaint it was. I would recommend the hotel to my friends.
John, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay!
This was our first time staying in Carmel. The location was quiet and convenient to town. We were very pleased with the hotel on all accounts, the rooms, courtyard, Jacuzzi and grounds. Beautiful and charming! The staff could not of been more accommodating and most of all friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast with healthy and lovely! I look forward to stay again at the Hotel Carmel!
Kim, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything great except room only average.
mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very quaint hotel.
Ronald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is adorable and quaint, the staff was amazing!
MEGHAN, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing staff and great location!
Romina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect atmosphere!
Hotel Carmel is beautiful and the customer service was amazing! Would definitely stay there again.
Stephanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a last minute idea… loaded up the car and drove away for the long weekend. Always a a treat to be in Carmel and Hotel Carmel made it twice as nice.
alessandro, 2-night trip