# Hotel Carmel 201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Hotel in Santa Monica · 7 amenities verified · 21 questions answered Journeyed Score: 65.2 (formula settled-1.1-facts, as of 2026-10-03) Mostly verified. Score is limited by facts not yet verified: 6 of 14 standard facts have no source yet. Not on record yet: parking fee, breakfast, shuttle, in-room kitchen, pool, fitness room. ## History - 2026-10-02: 65.2 - 2026-10-03: 65.2 ## Facts ### Bedroom and laundry - Beds and pillows: Pillow-top mattress (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/guest-rooms, checked 2026-10-03) - In-room features: Coffee maker (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq, checked 2026-10-03) ### Internet and office - Free Wi-Fi (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq, checked 2026-10-03) ### Parking and facilities - Parking available (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq, checked 2026-10-03) - Parking type: Valet parking (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility, checked 2026-10-03) ### Accessibility - Accessible rooms (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility, checked 2026-10-03) - Accessibility features: Grab bars, Visual alarms, Elevator (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility, checked 2026-10-03) ### Contact details - Phone: (310) 451-2469 (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/contact-us, checked 2026-10-03) - Address: 201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility, checked 2026-10-03) - Website: https://hotelcarmel.com?y_source=1_MTE4MzMzNTUtNDQwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D (Overture Maps Places, overture-places@2026-09-23.1, checked 2026-10-02) ### Hotel policies - Check-in after 4:00 PM (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq, checked 2026-10-03) - Checkout before 11:00 AM (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq, checked 2026-10-03) - No pets (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility, checked 2026-10-03) ### Fees - Resort fee $20 (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq, checked 2026-10-03) - Valet parking $35 per night (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq, checked 2026-10-03) - Resort fee covers: Coffee (hotel website, https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq, checked 2026-10-03) ## Every detail, rated 10 of 196 details rated · 10 based on the hotel's own website · updated Oct 3 2026. Each question is one small, checkable detail of this hotel. Answer Yes or No from your own stay: every answer moves its rating from 0 to 100, and older answers count for less. A number appears once 5 people have answered, or when the hotel's own website (or its brand standard) states it; ratings from votes alone stay marked Early until 20 votes. No reviews, no text. Ratings never change the score. To answer, use the Yes and No buttons on the hotel page (they post to /vote), the section pages under /hotel/hotel-carmel-santa-monica-88bdca/vote/
/, or the quick vote at /hotel/hotel-carmel-santa-monica-88bdca/vote/ (answer 10 quick questions about this hotel, one at a time). One answer per detail every 30 days. ### Settled so far at Hotel Carmel - Do the beds have pillow-top mattresses? 85 out of 100, Yes. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. - Is there parking on site? 85 out of 100, Yes. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. - Does the resort fee cover coffee? 85 out of 100, Yes. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. - Can you make coffee in the room? 85 out of 100, Yes. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. - Does check-in start at 4:00 PM? 85 out of 100, Yes. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. - Is Wi-Fi free? 85 out of 100, Yes. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. ### Sleep 19 Sleep details, 1 rated. - Are the mattresses firm? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The mattresses are on the firm side. - Do the beds have pillow-top mattresses? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: The beds have pillow-top mattresses. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: bed.features = pillow-top (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/guest-rooms), starting rating 85. - Are the pillows comfortable? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The pillows are comfortable. - Can you choose firm or soft pillows? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can choose between firm and soft pillows. - Do the sheets feel crisp and cool? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Sheets feel crisp and cool. - Are the sheets 300 thread count or higher? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The sheets are 300 thread count or higher. - Does the room get fully dark at night? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The room gets fully dark at night. - Are the rooms quiet at night? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms are quiet at night. - Are the beds comfortable? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The beds are comfortable. - Do guests sleep well? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Guests sleep well here. - Do the mattresses sag? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The mattresses sag or have springs you can feel. - Are the pillows soft? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Pillows are soft. - Are there two pillows per guest? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There are at least two pillows per guest. - Do standard rooms have a king bed? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: A standard room has a king bed. - Do the beds have a duvet? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Beds have a duvet, not just a blanket. - Are the sheets cotton? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The sheets are cotton. - Are the sheets a name brand? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The sheets are from a name-brand linen maker. - Are street-facing rooms noisy at night? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms facing the street are noisy at night. - Can you get earplugs? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Earplugs or a sleep kit are available on request. ### Bathroom 14 Bathroom details. - Is the water pressure strong? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Water pressure is strong. - Does the hot water come quickly? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Hot water comes quickly and lasts. - Are the bathrooms roomy? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Bathrooms are roomy. - Are the toiletries good? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The toiletries are good quality. - Are the towels thick? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Towels are thick and plush. - Does the shower run hot within 30 seconds? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The shower runs hot within 30 seconds. - Do rooms have a walk-in shower? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms have a walk-in shower. - Does the bathroom have a full door? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The bathroom has a full door. - Does the shower drain slowly? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The shower drains slowly. - Does the bathroom fan clear steam? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The bathroom fan clears steam well. - Is there counter space by the sink? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is plenty of counter space by the sink. - Are the toiletries in wall dispensers? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Toiletries come in wall dispensers. - Are the bath products a name brand? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Bath products are a name brand. - Do rooms have a hair dryer? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms have a hair dryer. ### Room 20 Room details. - Can you control the temperature? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can set the room temperature easily. - Is the AC quiet at night? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The AC is quiet at night. - Is there a desk to work at? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a real desk and chair to work at. - Are there outlets by the bed? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There are outlets or USB ports by the bed. - Do rooms have a nice view? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Most rooms have a nice view. - Are the rooms roomy? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms are roomy. - Are standard rooms 300 square feet or more? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: A standard room is at least 300 square feet. - Do the rooms feel updated? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms feel recently updated. - Are higher floors quieter? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Higher floors are quieter. - Do some rooms face a wall or parking? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Some rooms look out on a wall or a parking lot. - Do rooms have air conditioning? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms have air conditioning. - Is the lighting good for reading? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The lighting is bright enough to read. - Is there enough closet space? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is enough closet and drawer space. - Do rooms have a fridge you can use? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms have a fridge you can use. - Can you stream your own apps on the TV? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can stream your own apps on the TV. - Do rooms have a microwave? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms have a microwave. - Does the minibar charge when you move an item? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The minibar charges you if you move an item. - Do rooms have a kitchen? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms have a kitchen or kitchenette. - Do the windows open? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The room windows open. - Is a view room worth it? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Paying more for a view room is worth it. ### Cleanliness 9 Cleanliness details. - Are the rooms clean on arrival? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms are spotless on arrival. - Do the rooms smell fresh? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms smell fresh. - Are the bathrooms clean? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Bathrooms are spotless. - Is the bedding fresh? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Bedding is fresh and crisp. - Are the floors clean? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Floors and carpets are clean. - Are the lobby and halls clean? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The lobby and halls are clean. - Does housekeeping keep the room tidy? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Housekeeping keeps the room tidy during the stay. - Are there bugs in the rooms? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Guests have seen bugs in the rooms. - Can you smell smoke? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can smell smoke in the rooms or halls. ### Arrival and check-in 17 Arrival and check-in details, 1 rated. - Does check-in take under 10 minutes? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Check-in takes under 10 minutes. - Is check-in smooth? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Check-in is smooth. - Are rooms ready on time? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms are ready at the stated check-in time. - Can you check in early? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Early check-in is easy to get. - Can you get a late checkout? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Late checkout is easy to get. - Is the deposit $100 a night or less? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The deposit hold is $100 a night or less. - Does the deposit drop off within 3 days? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The deposit hold drops off within 3 days. - Is the entrance easy to find? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The drop-off and parking entrance is easy to find. - Is the parking entrance clearly signed? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The parking entrance is clearly signed. - Does the valet bring cars within 10 minutes? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The valet brings your car within 10 minutes. - Does check-in start at 4:00 PM? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: Check-in starts at 4:00 PM. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: checkin.time = 16:00 (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), starting rating 85. - Can you check in at 18? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can check in at 18. - Does a debit card work at check-in? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: A debit card works at check-in. - Is the front desk open 24 hours? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The front desk is staffed around the clock. - Can you use your phone as a key? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can use your phone as the room key. - Is early check-in free? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Early check-in is free when a room is ready. - Can you leave your bags before check-in? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The hotel holds bags before check-in and after checkout. ### Food and drink 18 Food and drink details, 1 rated. - Is the breakfast good? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast is good. - Is there plenty of choice at breakfast? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast has plenty of choice. - Are eggs served at breakfast? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast includes eggs. - Does breakfast run until 10 AM? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast runs until at least 10 AM. - Is the coffee good? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The coffee is good. - Can you make coffee in the room? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: You can make coffee in the room. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: room.features = coffee-maker (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), starting rating 85. - Does breakfast have hot items? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast has hot items. - Does breakfast get crowded? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast gets crowded. - Does breakfast stay stocked? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast stays well stocked. - Are there vegan or gluten-free options at breakfast? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast has vegan or gluten-free options. - Is breakfast included? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Breakfast is included in the room rate. - Is the coffee a name brand? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The coffee is a name brand. - Is the restaurant worth eating at? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The hotel restaurant is worth eating at. - Is the bar good for a drink? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The hotel bar is a good place for a drink. - Is there a restaurant or bar? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a restaurant or bar on site. - Is room service available late? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Room service runs late into the night. - Is there a 24-hour snack market? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a snack market open around the clock. - Is there good food within a short walk of the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is good food within a short walk. ### Service 9 Service details. - Is the front desk helpful? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The front desk is helpful. - Are rooms cleaned every day? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms are cleaned every day unless you opt out. - Are the staff friendly? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Staff are friendly. - Do requests arrive within 15 minutes? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Requests like extra towels arrive within 15 minutes. - Do problems get fixed quickly? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Problems get fixed quickly. - Do staff give useful tips on things to do? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Staff give useful tips on things to do. - Are there bell staff? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Bell staff help with bags. - Does the front desk speak Spanish? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The front desk speaks Spanish. - Can guests get packages delivered? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The hotel accepts packages for guests. ### Property 24 Property details, 1 rated. - Are elevator waits short? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Elevator waits are short. - Does the pool get crowded? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The pool gets crowded. - Is the gym well equipped? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The gym is well equipped. - Is parking easy? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Parking is easy. - Is there parking on site? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: There is parking on site. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: parking.available = yes (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), starting rating 85. - Is the pool heated? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The pool is heated. - Can you swim laps in the pool? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The pool is big enough to swim laps. - Can you get a pool lounger? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: It is easy to get a lounge chair at the pool. - Does the pool deck get sun? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The pool deck gets full sun. - Is the pool open late? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The pool is open late. - Is there a gym? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a fitness room. - Is the gym open 24 hours? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The gym is open around the clock. - Is there a spa? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a spa. - Is the spa worth booking? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The spa is worth booking. - Is there a guest laundry? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a guest laundry. - Is there meeting space? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is meeting space or a business center. - Can you charge an EV? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There are EV chargers on site. - Are the EV chargers fast? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The EV chargers are fast chargers. - Are there enough elevators? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There are enough elevators for the guests. - Were the rooms renovated recently? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms were renovated in the last five years. - Is there a rooftop? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a rooftop guests can use. - Do elevators need a room key? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Elevators need a room key to reach guest floors. - Is the lobby lively? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The lobby is lively. - Is there construction right now? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is construction work going on. ### Connectivity 9 Connectivity details, 1 rated. - Is the Wi-Fi fast enough to stream? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Wi-Fi is fast enough to stream video. - Is the Wi-Fi reliable? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Wi-Fi stays connected. - Are Wi-Fi uploads fast? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Uploads over the Wi-Fi are fast. - Do video calls work on the Wi-Fi? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Video calls work well on the Wi-Fi. - Is it easy to get online? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Getting online takes one step. - Is Wi-Fi free? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: Wi-Fi is free. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: wifi.free = yes (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), starting rating 85. - Is cell signal strong in the rooms? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Cell signal is strong in the rooms. - Do all the main carriers work? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: All the main carriers work well here. - Do rooms have ethernet? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rooms have a wired ethernet port. ### Location 13 Location details. - Is the area around the hotel walkable? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can walk to food and sights. - Is it comfortable walking near the hotel after dark? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Walking near the hotel after dark feels comfortable. - Can you get around without a car from the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can get around without a car. - Do rideshares reach the hotel within 10 minutes? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Rideshare pickups take under 10 minutes. - Is the block around the hotel quiet? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The block around the hotel is quiet. - Is the airport a short drive from the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The airport is a short drive away. - Can you walk to the beach from the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can walk to the beach. - Is Union Station a short ride from the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Union Station is a short ride away. - Is there a Metro stop within a 10-minute walk of the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: A Metro rail stop is within a 10-minute walk. - Is there a grocery store within walking distance of the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a grocery store within walking distance. - Is the hotel close to a freeway? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The freeway is close by. - Are the main sights within 30 minutes of the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The main sights are within a 30-minute drive. - Is there a free airport shuttle? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a free airport shuttle. ### Money and tipping 13 Money and tipping details, 3 rated. - Is $3 to $5 a night a typical housekeeping tip? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Housekeeping tips of $3 to $5 a night are typical here. - Is $2 to $5 a typical valet tip? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Valet tips of $2 to $5 are typical here. - Is $2 a bag a typical bell staff tip? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Bell staff tips of $2 a bag are typical here. - Are there surprise fees? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Guests get charged fees they did not expect. - Is the resort fee the main surprise fee? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The resort fee is the fee guests notice most. - Does the resort fee cover coffee? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: The resort fee covers coffee. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: resortFee.includes = coffee (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), starting rating 85. - Does the bill come without a service charge? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: No service charge is added to the bill. - Does the final bill match the booking price? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The final bill matches the price shown when booking. - Is the hotel worth the price? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The stay is worth the price. - Is $5 to $10 a typical concierge tip? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: A $5 to $10 tip is typical for a concierge booking here. - Is there a $20 a night resort fee? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: There is a $20 a night resort fee. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: resortFee = 20 (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), starting rating 85. - Is self parking free? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Self parking is free. - Does valet cost $35 a night? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: Valet parking costs $35 a night. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: valet.fee = 35 (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), starting rating 85. ### Accessibility 5 Accessibility details, 1 rated. - Does the hotel have grab bars and visual alarms? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: The hotel has grab bars and visual alarms for guests who need them. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: accessibility.features = grab-bars,visual-alarms,elevator (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility), starting rating 85. - Is there a step-free route to the rooms? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can get from the entrance to your room without steps. - Do accessible rooms have the features promised? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Accessible rooms have the features promised. - Is an elevator often out of service? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: An elevator is often out of service. - Are beds in accessible rooms at transfer height? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Beds in accessible rooms are at wheelchair transfer height. ### Families 6 Families details. - Are cribs free? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Cribs are free on request. - Are there connecting rooms? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Connecting rooms are available. - Do kids stay free? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Kids under 18 stay free. - Is there a kids menu? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There is a kids menu. - Is there a shallow pool for kids? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The pool has a shallow end for kids. - Is the hotel good for kids? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The hotel works well for kids. ### Pets 6 Pets details, 1 rated. - Is the hotel a no-pets hotel? 85 out of 100, Yes. Statement: Pets are not allowed. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Be the first to vote. Evidence: pets.allowed = no (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility), starting rating 85. - Are dogs over 50 pounds allowed? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Dogs over 50 pounds are allowed. - Are two pets per room allowed? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Two pets per room are allowed. - Does the hotel provide pet beds and bowls? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The hotel provides pet beds and bowls. - Can pets be left alone in the room? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Pets can be left alone in the room. - Are pets made welcome? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Pets are made to feel welcome. ### Policies 6 Policies details. - Can you cancel free up to a day before arrival? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Free cancellation is possible up to a day before arrival. - Are quiet hours enforced? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Quiet hours are enforced. - Is the hotel smoke-free? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The property is smoke-free. - Is late checkout free? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Late checkout is free on request. - Can guests with a local ID stay? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Guests with a local ID can stay. - Are visitors allowed in rooms? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Guests can have visitors in their room. ### Events and seasons 5 Events and seasons details. - Are there pool parties? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Pool parties or DJs happen on weekends. - Do nearby events make the hotel crowded? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Big games and concerts nearby make it crowded. - Do weddings affect other guests? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: Weddings or private events affect other guests. - Is a stadium or arena a short ride from the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: A stadium or arena is a short ride away. - Is the convention center a short ride from the hotel? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The convention center is a short ride away. ### Sustainability 3 Sustainability details. - Is the hotel green certified? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: The hotel holds a green certification. - Can you skip daily linen changes? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: You can skip daily towel and sheet changes. - Are there water refill stations? Open: Needs 5 votes to rate. Statement: There are water refill stations. ### Questions about the details #### Do the beds at Hotel Carmel have pillow-top mattresses? Journeyed rates the statement "The beds have pillow-top mattresses" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Does check-in at Hotel Carmel start at 4:00 PM? Journeyed rates the statement "Check-in starts at 4:00 PM" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Can you make coffee in the room at Hotel Carmel? Journeyed rates the statement "You can make coffee in the room" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Is there parking on site at Hotel Carmel? Journeyed rates the statement "There is parking on site" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Is Wi-Fi at Hotel Carmel free? Journeyed rates the statement "Wi-Fi is free" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Does the resort fee at Hotel Carmel cover coffee? Journeyed rates the statement "The resort fee covers coffee" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Is there a $20 a night resort fee at Hotel Carmel? Journeyed rates the statement "There is a $20 a night resort fee" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Does valet at Hotel Carmel cost $35 a night? Journeyed rates the statement "Valet parking costs $35 a night" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Does Hotel Carmel have grab bars and visual alarms? Journeyed rates the statement "The hotel has grab bars and visual alarms for guests who need them" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. #### Is Hotel Carmel a no-pets hotel? Journeyed rates the statement "Pets are not allowed" 85 out of 100, where 100 means everyone agrees. Based on the hotel's own website, checked Oct 3 2026. Source: Journeyed detail rating, checked 2026-10-03. ### Tipping in Los Angeles hotels General US guidance, not specific to this hotel. - Housekeeping: $2 to $5 per night, left daily with a note [1] - Housekeeping: $2 to $5 per night (citing the American Hotel and Lodging Association); $5 to $20 at luxury hotels [2] - Bell staff: $2 for the first bag, $1 for each additional bag [1] - Bell staff: $2 per bag, up to $5 for a bulky or heavy bag [2] - Valet: $2 to $5 when the car is returned to you [1] - Valet: $2 to $5 [2] - Concierge: Nothing for answering questions; $5 to $10 for tickets or reservations [1] 1. The Emily Post Institute, General Tipping Guide, https://emilypost.com/advice/general-tipping-guide, checked 2026-10-02. The page shows no published date. 2. AFAR, The Complete Guide to Tipping Hotel Staff in the U.S., https://www.afar.com/magazine/how-much-to-tip-hotel-housekeeping-valets-and-more, updated 2026-08-14, checked 2026-10-02. Housekeeping range attributed to the American Hotel and Lodging Association. ## What guests mention No counted guest mentions yet. ## Where you'll be 201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401 In Santa Monica, Los Angeles area. Closest landmark: Santa Monica Pier, 0.4 mi. - [Santa Monica Pier](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/santa-monica-pier/): 0.4 mi - [Santa Monica](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/santa-monica/): 0.5 mi - [Venice](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/venice/): 2.1 mi - [Venice Beach](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/venice-beach/): 2.8 mi - [Brentwood](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/brentwood/): 2.9 mi - [Marina del Rey](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/marina-del-rey/): 3.7 mi - [Getty Center](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/getty-center/): 4.5 mi - [Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/ucla-medical-center/): 4.6 mi - [UCLA](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/ucla/): 4.8 mi - [Westwood](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/westwood/): 4.8 mi - [Playa Vista](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/playa-vista/): 5.1 mi - [Century City](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/century-city/): 5.5 mi - [Culver City](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/culver-city/): 5.7 mi - [Beverly Hills](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/beverly-hills/): 6.5 mi - [Westchester](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/westchester/): 6.6 mi - [Los Angeles International Airport](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/lax/): 7.0 mi - [Cedars-Sinai Medical Center](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/cedars-sinai/): 7.8 mi - [El Segundo](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/el-segundo/): 7.9 mi - [The Grove](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/the-grove/): 8.9 mi - [West Hollywood](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/west-hollywood/): 9.0 mi - [Inglewood](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/inglewood/): 9.1 mi - [Mid-Wilshire](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/mid-wilshire/): 9.1 mi - [Kia Forum](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/kia-forum/): 9.6 mi - [Sherman Oaks](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/sherman-oaks/): 9.8 mi - [SoFi Stadium](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/sofi-stadium/): 9.9 mi - [Intuit Dome](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/intuit-dome/): 10.0 mi - [Manhattan Beach Pier](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/manhattan-beach-pier/): 10.1 mi - [Malibu Pier](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/malibu-pier/): 10.5 mi - [TCL Chinese Theatre](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/tcl-chinese-theatre/): 10.7 mi - [Studio City](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/studio-city/): 10.9 mi - [Hollywood Bowl](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/hollywood-bowl/): 11.2 mi - [Hollywood](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/hollywood/): 11.4 mi - [Koreatown](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/koreatown/): 11.4 mi - [SpaceX Headquarters](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/spacex-hawthorne/): 11.6 mi - [Hermosa Beach](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/hermosa-beach/): 11.8 mi - [Universal Studios Hollywood](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/universal-studios-hollywood/): 11.8 mi - [Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/la-memorial-coliseum/): 11.9 mi - [USC](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/usc/): 12.0 mi - [Van Nuys](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/van-nuys/): 12.2 mi - [Woodland Hills](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/woodland-hills/): 12.4 mi - [North Hollywood](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/north-hollywood/): 12.5 mi - [Los Angeles Convention Center](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/la-convention-center/): 13.1 mi - [Crypto.com Arena](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/crypto-com-arena/): 13.2 mi - [Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/warner-bros-studio-tour/): 13.2 mi - [Griffith Observatory](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/griffith-observatory/): 13.3 mi - [Redondo Beach Pier](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/redondo-beach-pier/): 13.4 mi - [Los Feliz](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/los-feliz/): 13.6 mi - [Silver Lake](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/silver-lake/): 14.0 mi - [Downtown Los Angeles](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/downtown-la/): 14.1 mi - [Echo Park](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/echo-park/): 14.4 mi - [Gardena](https://journeyed.org/hotels/los-angeles/anchors/gardena/): 14.8 mi Straight-line miles from the hotel's map location (Overture Maps Places, overture-places@2026-09-23.1, checked 2026-09-23) to each landmark. ## Questions about this hotel ### What time is check-in at Hotel Carmel? Check-in at Hotel Carmel starts at 4:00 PM. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), checked October 3, 2026. ### What time is checkout at Hotel Carmel? Checkout at Hotel Carmel is by 11:00 AM. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), checked October 3, 2026. ### Does Hotel Carmel have parking? Yes, Hotel Carmel offers parking. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), checked October 3, 2026. ### How much is valet parking at Hotel Carmel? Valet parking at Hotel Carmel costs $35 per night. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), checked October 3, 2026. ### Does Hotel Carmel charge a resort fee? Yes, Hotel Carmel charges a resort fee of $20. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), checked October 3, 2026. ### Is Hotel Carmel pet friendly? No, Hotel Carmel does not allow pets. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility), checked October 3, 2026. ### Is Wi-Fi free at Hotel Carmel? Yes, Wi-Fi at Hotel Carmel is free. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), checked October 3, 2026. ### Does Hotel Carmel have accessible rooms? Yes, Hotel Carmel has accessible rooms. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility), checked October 3, 2026. ### What accessibility features does Hotel Carmel have? Hotel Carmel lists these accessibility features: Grab bars, Visual alarms, Elevator. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility), checked October 3, 2026. ### What are the beds and pillows like at Hotel Carmel? Hotel Carmel lists these bed and pillow features: Pillow-top mattress. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/guest-rooms), checked October 3, 2026. ### What kind of parking does Hotel Carmel have? Hotel Carmel lists this parking: Valet parking. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility), checked October 3, 2026. ### What does the resort fee cover at Hotel Carmel? Hotel Carmel lists its resort fee as covering Coffee. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), checked October 3, 2026. ### What is in the rooms at Hotel Carmel? Hotel Carmel lists these room features: Coffee maker. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/faq), checked October 3, 2026. ### Where is Hotel Carmel located? Hotel Carmel is at 201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility), checked October 3, 2026. ### What city is Hotel Carmel in? Hotel Carmel is in Santa Monica. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/accessibility), checked October 3, 2026. ### What is the phone number for Hotel Carmel? The phone number for Hotel Carmel is (310) 451-2469. Source: hotel website (https://www.hotelcarmel.com/contact-us), checked October 3, 2026. ### What website is listed for Hotel Carmel? The website listed for Hotel Carmel is hotelcarmel.com. Source: Overture Maps Places (overture-places@2026-09-23.1), checked October 2, 2026. ### How far is Hotel Carmel from Santa Monica Pier? Hotel Carmel is 0.4 miles from Santa Monica Pier in a straight line. Source: Overture Maps Places (https://docs.overturemaps.org/guides/places/), checked September 23, 2026. ### How far is Hotel Carmel from Santa Monica? Hotel Carmel is 0.5 miles from Santa Monica in a straight line. Source: Overture Maps Places (https://docs.overturemaps.org/guides/places/), checked September 23, 2026. ### How far is Hotel Carmel from Venice? Hotel Carmel is 2.1 miles from Venice in a straight line. Source: Overture Maps Places (https://docs.overturemaps.org/guides/places/), checked September 23, 2026. ### What is the nearest major airport to Hotel Carmel? The nearest major passenger airport to Hotel Carmel is Los Angeles International Airport, 7.0 miles away in a straight line. 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