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Hotel Carmel

3.5 star property

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar

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Corner of 4th & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA, 93923
  • Place, 17-Mile Drive
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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

Mobility Accessible King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Accessible Queen/Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Upper Level King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Fireplace Courtyard King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Balcony Queen/Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Fireplace Upper Level King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Upper Level Queen/Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Courtyard)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Upper Level Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hotel Carmel

This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, a hot tub and concierge services. Free continental breakfast and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers are on-site.
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, bathrobes, 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).

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub.
The free breakfast at Hotel Carmel gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Doud Arcade. You'll find features such as free self-parking, plus a bar and 1 hot tub.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free self-parking
  • Relax with a drink at the gastropub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and luggage storage
  • Guests speak favourably about the overall condition of the property and the breakfast
  • 12 minutes by foot from Carmel Beach and a 3-minute drive from 17-Mile Drive
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Hotel Carmel also features a hot tub, a garden, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Carmel hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Brophy's Tavern – This gastropub serves lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Brophy's Tavern

Things to do

  • Hot tub

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

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 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 provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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 at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 43.70 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • 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 273.13 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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
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Hotel Carmel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel… Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Pleasanton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent in down-town Carmel. The staff was friendly and efficient and made our stay very memorable. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Deisy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Don, Calhoun

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
all was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room. Nice amenities and excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location, staff & breakfast were all perfect! We stayed just for one night and it was perfect. They also had wine & snacks out in the evening which was very nice too. Only thing I would agree with other guests about is the shower could definitely use some cleaning & upkeep but overall the hotel is very charming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Molly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room and we enjoyed the hot tub and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and friendly staff. Great amenities. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilde

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Whitney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Better attention to details - free fresh water in the room and shower gel! Our toilet seat was broken and so was one of the lamps. TV volume didn’t work and the walls are wafer thin.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing given the light outage.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was very accommodating even after the power went out for a few days. They had lanterns and lights for everyone and they were so friendly. The fresh breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Carmel hotel. Spotless! Friendly and welcoming. Like the robes and fireplace.continental breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to the downtown yet quiet enough to feel like you were on vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another delightful stat at Hotel Carmel. The perfect walkable location to enjoy downtown Carmel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great continental breakfast. Nice and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arash

Bad
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025