Carmel Inn & Suites

Hotel with free breakfast, near Nicholls State University

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Gym
Bar
Breakfast included
Laundry
Housekeeping

Explore the area

400 E 1st Street, Thibodaux, LA, 70301

Acadian Cultural Center
‪14 min walk‬
Nicholls State University
‪18 min walk‬
Laurel Valley Village
‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Thibodaux

Located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Nicholls State University, Carmel Inn & Suites is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Laurel Valley Village. This 94-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

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
Laurel Valley Village - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
Oak Alley Plantation - 35 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
‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Carmel Inn & Suites

Hotel with free breakfast, near Nicholls State University

At Carmel Inn & Suites, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi

$75 nightly

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Total includes taxes and fees

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

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

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

This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Dogs and cats only
2 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay
Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
No alcohol is served at Carmel Inn & Suites.
There are no elevators.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Carmel Inn & Suites?

Carmel Inn & Suites offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Carmel Inn & Suites?

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carmel Inn & Suites on Jul 18, 2025 start from $92.82, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Carmel Inn & Suites?

This hotel is located in Thibodaux within a short 12-minute walk of Acadian Cultural Center. You'll also find Laurel Valley Village and Stopher Gymnasium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Carmel Inn & Suites?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Carmel Inn & Suites have a casino?

No, Carmel Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Carmel Inn & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Carmel Inn & Suites?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a poolside restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Carmel Inn & Suites?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Carmel Inn & Suites have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Carmel Inn & Suites serves free buffet breakfast at Cheniere each morning.

Does Carmel Inn & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Carmel Inn & Suites for a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Carmel Inn & Suites?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Carmel Inn & Suites?

No, at Carmel Inn & Suites, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Carmel Inn & Suites Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Wilmer

Apr 10, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

julius justin

Mar 26, 2025

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

Never again

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derwin

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Discreet and clean

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Mar 19, 2025

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

Nasty moldy stinky hotel run down

This is the worst place i have ever been do not go to this hotel it is run down and nasty This hotel should not be on hotels.com the photos are deceiving.the ad says they have a restaurant but it is shut down because the place is falling apart.i checked looked at the room and left i was refused a refund. I had to wait 40 minutes for someone to show up and check us in what a waste.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Mar 10, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Bathrooms not working. Felt unsafe

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cole

Business traveler

Mar 7, 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Jared

Mar 3, 2025

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

Oops

I’ll never stay here again. Let’s see, I could smell the marijuana from the room next to me. They didn’t even have an actual comforter. They ran out of clean towels and had none to offer. When I actually got towels they were paper thin and sized for a toddler. The shower water went from blazing skin burning hot to ice cube cold about 19 times while showering. Let see, besides those things and the black model and all hours of the night street noise and overall trashy/nasty appearance and feel, yeah, I made do.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian, Grand Rapids

Traveled with partner

Feb 27, 2025

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

Quick check in and easy. Nice front desk clerk. Good room

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ariel

Traveled with partner

Feb 23, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Once I arrived , I had to wait 30mins due to no staff being on the premises, a lady did come ..she got me a room but then that mfer was gross,just not an attractive little stay. I wouldn’t bother even if I was homeless .

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

shaunchester

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Feb 22, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was good experience despite the trying situation.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Feb 13, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Didn’t get to have breakfast due to no staff both days we stayed

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen, Spring

Traveled with family

Feb 7, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

The room itself was dated or I should say very dated. There was popcorn and popcorn kernels behind the single nightstand between two queen beds. The floor lamp in the room was broken. There was a coffee maker but no coffee. The refrigerator freezer part had a layer of ice inside as if it had been turned off and then turned back on again and the ice and melted and then Frozen at the bottom like a sheet of ice. The floor was extremely dirty we wore socks out of habit and the bottom of our socks were black from walking on the floor. We had trouble with our shower and when you flush the toilet for one to two minutes afterwards There Was An Extremely Loud high pitch whining noise. There were other patrons sitting out in patio chairs outside their room which led me to believe that maybe some of these individuals rent long term but it just kind of gave a very rundown vibe. Those were all the cons. The pros to this place is that the staff was very attentive and they were very courteous. They were willing to provide extra towels and there were no bed bugs or other visible rodents or creatures in the room. The beds were okay the blankets that they use are very thin and very cheap but they appeared clean and not stained or any sort of dirt or other gross stuff on them. The fixtures in the room did not work with the switches so we had to unplug and plug the lamp in when we needed it. It's not bad but it needs some tender loving care and the bed linens could stand to be upgraded

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Feb 4, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Won’t be staying there again

This place was not great. The ceiling in the room was actively leaking/dripping in multiple places, there was a large, weird rust stain on the sheets of one of the beds, and the floor was coated in some kind of oil or something that made it very slick. Overall, not clean or well maintained. The only positive thing was that the staff were all extremely friendly and responsive.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derwin

Jan 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Outstanding property in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jan 23, 2025

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

Health Department needs to shut down!

Rita at front desk very kind and helpful 10/10 Hotel rated 8 online at hotels.com, VERY disappointed in condition of room. Would have expected MUCH more for an 8/10 rating! I would rate this hotel 3/10 (probably generous!) No hotel phone in room yet gives numbers to call. No bathroom sink plug. NO BATH TOWELS! (not even when asked for...said they were coming in any day...WHAT? Room had 1 hand towel and 1 washcloth. Washcloth was folded weirdly. Sticky floors. Leaking faucet handle on sink in bathroom. Crooked lamps. Floor lamp not plugged in. Severe lack of plugs, especially by beds. TV would not turn on. Painted very poorly throughout! Dirty doors and door casings. Only two mismatched hangers. Clock radio not plugged in and found under bed. Beds very poorly made. Pillow case put on inside out. No quilts, comforters or bedspreads on beds. Road noise. Hair on bathroom wals across from toilet. Electric plug plate above kitchenette sink, not even attached to wall. Exposed all wires when I removed cord to charge phone. Pennies and debris found side of microwave oven. Mirror above bathroom sink in disrepair. Overall room poorly organized. Overall room in VERY POOR condition and in need of updates/repairs. Only stayed the night, as it was late. We called hotels.com and they gave us credit. The hotel, as I remember, would not give us credit. Did not dare put feet on the filthy floor without shoes. Afraid to eat breakfact there! Changed to Holiday Inn Express. It was EXCELLENT!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Jan 3, 2025

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

4/10 Poor

CINDY

Dec 12, 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

When we got to the room, there were no towels or washcloths nor soap or any other toiletries. The furniture was old and very worn. We were told breakfast would be from 6:30 - 9:30. Went to breakfast, there was no breakfast. The coffee pot in the room still had a used coffee filter in it with mold. We will not go back.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derwin

Dec 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Tucked discretely within a main artery of Thibodaux

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nov 23, 2024

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

4/10 Poor

Shana

Nov 17, 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Me and my daughter felt unsafe, our door wouldn't close right from the outside. But seem to close ok front inside.. ODD! but we ended up propping the chair in our room against the door. The bed was terrible, neither of us slept mattress was horrible, the pillow were flat and tiny. The carpet did not look clean and the tub looked dirty. Not a fan and won't stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sue

Oct 13, 2024

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

Our Experience

The rooms are run down, the bath and shower were disgusting. The floors are black from dirt, don't walk barefoot! The tub handles were broken and did't shut off all the way, so for our entire stay the water ran. We had to ask for towels most of the days we were there. Ours were picked up but not left. The front desk people are also the cleaning people. Apparently they can't get help. The one good thing, and i don't know how this happened, there is a wonderful Italia/Greek restaurant inside the hotel.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jesse

Oct 12, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jalex

Business traveler

Oct 11, 2024

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

Was not too bad

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Sep 25, 2024

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

Valentin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Sep 24, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Rats running around outside , mice and roaches running around inside room. Room was so dirty underwear , clothes , food left at room . Towels where dirty .. Sheets and pillow cases where dirty .. Don’t stay at this location .. Anywhere but here is better . We left after being there 15 minutes .

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024