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Carmel Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Nicholls State University

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Carmel Inn & Suites is near Laurel Valley Village and Nicholls State University. Guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet and Cajun/Creole dishes at the on-site Cheniere restaurant. The outdoor pool is perfect for unwinding, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
400 E 1st Street, Thibodaux, LA, 70301

What's nearby

  • Norman Swanner - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Acadian Cultural Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nicholls State University - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stopher Gymnasium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Oak Alley Plantation - 28 min drive - 27.2 miles

Getting around

  • Schriever Station - 8 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Big Mike’s Bbq Smokehouse - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Carmel Inn & Suites

Hotel near Nicholls State University
Located close to Laurel Valley Village, Carmel Inn & Suites provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site Cajun/Creole cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Cheniere, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a computer station, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 94 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cheniere

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 5,100 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 45.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 45.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Carmel Inn
Carmel Inn Thibodaux
Carmel Thibodaux
Carmel Hotel Thibodaux
Carmel Inn And Suites
Carmel Inn & Suites Hotel
Carmel Inn & Suites Thibodaux
Carmel Inn & Suites Hotel Thibodaux

Frequently asked questions

Does Carmel Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Carmel Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carmel Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Carmel Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 45.00.

Where is Carmel Inn & Suites located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Nicholls State University and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Laurel Valley Village. Laura Plantation and Oak Alley Plantation are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Carmel Inn & Suites Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

6.2

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 896 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 896 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 896 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 896 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 896 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

nora

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed confort was poor & Breakfast was not breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

La hospitality

Convenient, quite, Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Carmel Inn is a lovely local place to stay if you don't want somewhere fancy. It definitely is "antique." The faucets are leaky and the floor is grimey, but you won't find better service or a cheaper room anywhere else in town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Close to eateries. Nice pool. Very friendly and helpful staff. Nice area. Quiet place to stay. Coffee great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Constance

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is good to stay. The breakfast wasn't there. They give baby towels for adult use.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Any time I needed something they were always there and I got items within in minutes not hours
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Stay for a funeral

.my stay was ok for a quick stay for one night, and for the price. The place needs some updates
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Keronta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Stay In Town.

It kept having a strange loud noise every time I try to flush the toilet in the bathroom in the ceiling.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining At property was lacking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Too many things wrong to right about. Just know that if you want to stay in a place that is dirty and in ill repair Carmel Inn is for you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Needs a remodel!

Room needs the bathroom sink and tub replaced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

lora

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The check in was satisfactory. The linen was so wore out it was see through . The bed and pillows were very uncomfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

TJ

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Building needed repainted in rooms needed to be redone. I guess the buildings 80 years old.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Clark

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel is severely short staffed and lacked amenities. No one was working the front desk which leaves guests neglected.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dmitry

The room which we've got first was with wet pillows without the pillow case. After we complained we've got a good room by the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cole

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst stay ever.

Room was filthy, had to ask for a cleaner room. No wifi even though it was advertised on their web site, breakfast was suppose to start at 6:30 am. Wasnt even ready by 7 am. Towels in my room werent even clean. Disgusting i would not recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dated but convenient

Hotel is very dated. Bed was very uncomfortable and old. Shower is old and patched. Walls have stuff dripping down on them. Price was cheaper than the other hotels.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Meagan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here several times a while back it was great now it’s just horrible rooms were nasty air didn’t work! Pool was full of people playing vulgar music that weren’t even staying at hotel. We will not be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Deshawn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I could give no stars I would , rude staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary Beth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old and dirty!

We thought This was going to be a nice place. It was dirty and rust in the tub. We did not get breakfast because they told us. I would not recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

JAMIE

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horribly dirty & unsanitary. Dirty & stained bedding, bugs, filthy floor, bathroom door missing knob & broken...I could go on & on. I'd sleep in my car before staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Claudia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the worse place I have stayed in my life. They had to change my room 5 times. All the rooms smelled bad, they were dirty. In one of them the refrigerator had mold and smelled sooo bed. Do not stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mold on the window sill! Over booking problem dirty bathroom no towels
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They did not let us check in due to hotel being full. I still have not received a refund
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They wanted a $250 deposit, which I wasn’t aware of till I got there, on rough times so I didn’t have it atm , had to go elsewhere, so much for a good nights rest , after a hard days wok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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