Carmel Lodge - Carmel

Loved that it was dog friendly but wasn't told until we arrived that there was an additional charge of $35 per night for our small dog. Great location.

Carmel Lodge is a lovely launching point for exploring Carmel. You can walk everywhere without worrying about parking (park at the Lodge!) and you're right in heart of downtown with only a 10-15 min walk to the beach. The friendly staff, light breakfast delivered to your door, and consistent WiFi is wonderful as well.

The hotel was in a state of disrepair. The TV was broken. They told us to watch Netflix on our laptops instead but their wifi didn't work. The pool was dry and it was July. The restaurant and bar were closed. Couldn't find anyone in the office to check out. The breakfast consisted of a small pastry and two strawberries.

Simple hotel in centre if Carmel. Walking distance to everything. They bring "breakfast" to the room but it is a danish pastry, a coffee or tea and juice. No real breakfast. The wireless was ok. Small shower, No fridge/minibar, no A/C.

I visit the Carmel/Monterey area about once a year. This hotel was less expensive than many in the area. I would have liked air conditioning, but a fan was in the closet and I used it (had to place it on a chair for the cord to reach). Loved the fact that the top half of the door could be opened (as well as the windows). Would have liked some sort of makeup mirror (that to me is much more important than a hair dryer). Also liked that the toilet/shower was completely separate from the sink area (for one not so important, but more couples, more convenient). For the continental breakfast that was brought to my door at the time I chose, I was given the option of coffee or tea, plus orange juice if desired. It also included 2 large strawberries and a danish type sweet roll. Adequate for starting the day. This motel, like all others these days (it seems) has replaced blankets with a comforter-type sheet, which is way too heavy for me, which only leaves you with a sheet, which can be too late. Not sure whether blankets can be requested. Neighborhood - you can't beat it. 2 blocks off Ocean Ave, restaurants, shops, galleries galore. The beach just a few blocks down Ocean. Carmel Mission is a very short drive away along a residential street. Monterey is an easy drive (maybe 10 minutes) to spend a few hours at the wharf, Cannery Row, and the Aquarium. All of these reasons are why I come back every year.