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San Antonio House Inn: Traveler Reviews

Ocean and San Antonio St., Carmel, CA 93921
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San Antonio House Inn
Ranked #28 of 31 Carmel B&B and Inns
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Bethany, Connecticut
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“You will get bumbed! Fair is Unfair.”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 4, 2012

I booked a room at 12:01 midnight and was called to say we haven't really started taking reservations yet....We will let you know. Really?? Staying here was okay but if someone "they" know wants to stay whether you have first dibs, or a former guest you will get bumped. There's nothing worse than a commitment retracted for the obvious reasons. I would not recommend staying here unless you have STAR POWER or MONEY....

  • Stayed October 2011, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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los angeles
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A REAL FIND”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 30, 2012

My niece and I had a wonderful time at this B and B.

It's loaded with charm. My idea of a wonderful time at Carmel is to roll out of bed and be at the beach in minutes.

If you want luxury or perfection, you won't choose this B or B. But it's excellent value for the dollar.

We thought the staff was delightful, as well.

Stayed May 2012, traveled with family
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High Ridge, Missouri
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42 reviews 42 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
“This is a place that memories are made of!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

I have stayed here numerous times over 30 years and in almost everyone of the suites. The Doll house is still my favorite. You can lay in bed and hear the waves coming in from the beach. The quirkyness of this place makes you wish more B&B's were like this. It's so pleasant and quiet.

Dont be surprised to see famous people staying here also! The Breakfast is wonderful and no one has muffins like this place.
All of Carmel is right around the corner and you will not need a car. The beach is one block over and I highly recommend sitting on the beach with your sweetie and a bottle of wine at sunset.
I love the romantic ambiance of the garden.
Drop your cell phone in the suitcase and turn it off.
One of my favorite places in Carmel!! I keep coming back over and over!

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  • Stayed May 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Davis, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Good location, pleasant staff, needs some attention”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

We stayed for 2 nights in the San Antonio Suite. We had friends that had just stayed at the San Antonio House and the only thing that they expressed was how small the room was, so we booked the larger suite. We were staying for 2 nights, on the 2 for 1 'deal'. The room was clean except for the caterpillars we found on the bed, couch and floor. When I called about the caterpillars, they were surprised because they had not seen them. There was some ivy growing through the wall so I am sure there were plenty of opportunities for caterpillars. I was asked if I was going to stay in the room and I said 'yes' - it was after 4pm since that is the check-in time and not the time to be trying to find another room, asking for a refund, etc. The suite is very pleasant but it is, after all, old. We have experience with low flow shower heads, but the temperature adjustment on the shower was extremely slow so that a lot of water was wasted just trying to get a reasonable shower temperature. The heaters in the suited kept the chill of but it was never warm. The pluses - location, pleasant staff, reasonable price. With a little work we found an Inn at nearly the same price that is updated in a nearby location and will be staying there next time we visit.

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  • Stayed May 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“cute affordable B&B in Carmel”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 10, 2011

If i could give this place 3.5*, i would.

- We stayed at the San Antonio Suite (there're other suites in this house)
- We got the 2 for 1 deal; 2 nights for the price of 1. $225/ night
- B'fast was sent to our room; it wasn't a huge or luxurious spread, but it was very nice for the price
- LIked that there was a full kitchen with an option of cooking if one were staying more than a night (if you're staying one night, be sure to go to CASANOVA- BEST restaurant in town)
- House was clean and pleasant BUT a little dated.
- The carpet, bathroom, kitchen etc. all seemed a little old, but it was very clean
- The House is Near the beach, but not ON the beach. It's a few blocks away
- Very easy reservations; very nice and pleasant staff

A good option if you're looking for deals and not looking for a 5* B&B.

  • Stayed May 2011, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
San Antonio House Hotel
San Antonio House Hotel Carmel
Address: Ocean and San Antonio St., Carmel, CA 93921
Region: United States > California > Monterey Peninsula > Carmel
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Ranked #28 of 31 B&Bs / Inns in Carmel
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This quaint all-suite Carmel bed and breakfast inn was formerly a carriage house. The San Antonio House Inn is one of the closest properties to Carmel Beach. Breakfast is delivered to your suite; amenities include a gas fireplace, kitchenette, TV and more. ... more   less 

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