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La Playa Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Golden Bough Playhouse

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Perched near Golden Bough Playhouse and Galante Vineyards, La Playa Hotel offers a serene getaway with a garden, fireplace in the lobby, and outdoor pool. Savor dinner at Bud's at La Playa or unwind with WiFi in your room; previous guests rave about the beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$408 nightly
The total price is $464
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Tasty culinary choices
This hotel boasts a restaurant, bar, and complimentary buffet breakfast. Culinary options satisfy diverse tastes without extra cost.
Luxurious bed retreat
Wrapped in soft bathrobes, guests can sink into premium bedding for a night of bliss. The in-room minibar adds a touch of indulgence.

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Hearing and Communication)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Hearing and Communication)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA, 93921

What's nearby

  • Carmel Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunset Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carmel Mission Basilica - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 17 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 37 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 42 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 21 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Edwins Kaona - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬5 min walk

About this property

La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Bud's at La Playa, which serves dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
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Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 20 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (3475 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1905
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Bud's at La Playa - This restaurant serves dinner and light fare.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 65.55 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Internet access (may be limited)
    • Newspaper
    • Parking
    • Pool access
    • Self parking

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Carmel Playa
La Playa
La Playa Carmel
La Playa Hotel
La Playa Hotel Carmel
Playa Carmel
Hotel La Playa
La Playa Carmel Ca
Playa Carmel Hotel
La Playa Carmel
La Playa Hotel Hotel
La Playa Hotel Carmel
La Playa Hotel Hotel Carmel

Frequently asked questions

Does La Playa Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, La Playa Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at La Playa Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at La Playa Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at La Playa Hotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at La Playa Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at La Playa Hotel and nearby?

La Playa Hotel has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near La Playa Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bud's at La Playa.

What's the area around La Playa Hotel like?

La Playa Hotel is located near Carmel Beach in Golden Rectangle, a short 9-minute walk from 17-Mile Drive and 9 minutes' walk from Carmel Plaza. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

La Playa Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as phenomenal, amazing, incredible, and the best, with a wide variety of options. (76 reviews)
  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and scenic location. (27 reviews)
  • The property offers a generous breakfast spread, complimentary wine, and a convenient dining shuttle service. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

La Playa's location is great--close to the beach and can walk to Carmel's shopping area. The hotel's garden/outdoor area is gorgeous and the breakfast is fantastic!
Sharon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great time…food…room….grounds..staff

Wonderful grounds. Dinner on the veranda at Bub’s was the highlight of our trip to Carmel. Great room. And for me…great coffee.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best stay in carmel I’ve ever had
Colin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay
Chitrakshi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, just two blocks from Carmel beach.
Rodolfo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The young man that was very helpful with the transportation. He delivered us, picked us up and delivered food. I apologize for not remembering his name.
Elliott, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved everything about this hotel, Buds is toooo good and the rooms and view and proximity to town is beautiful
Dina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff and service was incredible! It was nice to have shuttle service into town when going out to dinner. We also loved that it was easy walking distance to the beach.
Keith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay
ROYA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy hotel and great location
Leslee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this hotel-elegant, roomy, great breakfast.
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

Great gem in Carmel, very nicely decorated property with friendly staff and close by down town Carmel. House car available to take you to nearby restaurants in the evening.
Christian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wow… a dream place ocean views, lush gardens. Great staff… cozy rooms, 3 minutes from the beach. Nothing less than spectacular ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Carole, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Room does NOT look like photos. Don't stay here.

The room looked nothing like the photos online. It was like a basement - very little light, but also somehow very loud / noisy b/c it was right off the main lobby. Staff was unhelpful and manager was unavailable. Terrible experience. Don't stay here.
Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

loved it .
Jerry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Literally, one of the most beautiful properties ever not to mention the overwhelming professional staff. Everyone made us feel welcome and right at home couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay to celebrate my husband‘s birthday.
Sandy Marie Gradney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful at every corner. Excellent staff. Very cozy luxury. Go.
Rohan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful gem of a spot. Gorgeous sights, friendliest staff around, they got an amazing breakfast to start your day strong!
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding service. Everything about La Playa is charming!
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love it so much we extended our vacation!
susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good energies!

We had such a pleasant break from the daily grind in the city, what really stood out was the friendly, professional staff, short stroll and your toes are in the sand, and the mimosas kept coming on Sunday morning. Thanks for helping us reset ourselves!
Emerson, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Favorite hotel
Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful and friendly staff, lovely grounds, and a beautiful breakfast! We look forward to going back. Very comfortable beds.
kym, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay @ La Playa

The La Playa hotel in Carmel was very good. The staff was super friendly. They had great amenities. Would stay there again.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff made the weekend amazing!! Exceptional service!!
Rick, 2-night trip