Stilwell Hotel
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About this property
Stilwell Hotel is an independent 4-star property located in Northwest Carmel, California, just 2 minutes by car from the scenic 17-Mile Drive and 5 minutes from Carmel Beach. The hotel comprises 38 rooms, including one suite, positioned as a walkable base for exploring the Monterey Peninsula's coastal and cultural attractions.
Each of the 38 air-conditioned rooms features an espresso maker, flat-screen television, pillowtop bed with down comforter and premium linens, complimentary wireless internet, and cable programming. Private bathrooms are appointed with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guests rate room comfort at 4.9 out of 5, reflecting consistent standards across the property.
Onsite dining centers on a coffee shop and café serving a complimentary continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The property does not serve alcohol.
The hotel offers complimentary wireless internet access throughout and full concierge services. Staff speak multiple languages and are available 24 hours at the front desk to assist with tours and ticket arrangements. Free self-parking and an electric vehicle charging station are available. The smoke-free property includes wheelchair-accessible parking and luggage storage. Housekeeping is available on request.
Stilwell Hotel sits near several regional destinations. Monterey Bay lies 4.6 miles away, while the Monterey Bay Aquarium is 5.6 miles distant. Carmel Plaza, local vineyards including Galante and Scheid, and cultural venues such as Sunset Center and the Golden Bough Playhouse are within short drives. The area is known for outdoor recreation including golfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, surfing, and scuba diving. Monterey Peninsula Airport is 10 miles southwest; San Jose Airport is 75 miles away. The property earned an overall guest rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 241 reviews.
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM; check-out is 11:00 AM. Select pet-friendly rooms accommodate dogs and cats only, with a maximum of two pets per room and a maximum weight of 70 pounds per pet. Fees are $50 for one pet and $15 for a second pet nightly; pets cannot be left unattended in rooms. Service animals are welcome at no charge and are exempt from pet restrictions.
Location & nearby attractions
Carmel Plaza - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Galante Vineyards - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Sunset Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Golden Bough Playhouse - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Carmel Beach - 1 km / 0.6 mi
17-Mile Drive - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Carmel Mission Basilica - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Carmel River Lagoon and Wetland Nature Preserve - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Carmel River State Beach - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Tor House - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
The Barnyard - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Pebble Beach Golf Links - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Peter Hay Golf Course - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
The nearest airports are:
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 37.7 km / 23.4 mi
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 50.5 km / 31.4 mi
The preferred airport for Stilwell Hotel is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY).
Rooms
Dining
Complimentary breakfast.
Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 32
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 70
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- We are happy to offer a select number of pet-friendly rooms at Carmel Lodge. Please call the property directly to inquire about booking a pet-friendly room. We charge a nightly fee of $50 for one pet and an additional $15 for a second pet with a 2-dog maximum per room. We welcome service animals in compliance with federal and state laws. pets cannot be left unattended in room.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
Know before you go
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Alcohol is not served at this property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.