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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

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Parking available
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is £479
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun

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 dressing gowns, 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

Accessible King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Classic King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible Hearing/Communication King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean View Hearing/Communication King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Mobile Accessible King

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean View King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Carmel Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Golden Bough Playhouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sunset Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 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 Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬5 min walk

About this property

La Playa Hotel

When you stay at La Playa Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Golden Bough Playhouse and Carmel Beach. 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 travellers 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 aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 18 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
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Parking

    • Free off-site 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 reception
  • 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

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • 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 checkout. 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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

This property does not have lifts.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.

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.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 that you 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 18 kg 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 on-site 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

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering easy access to the white sand beach and stunning ocean views. (28 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was convenient and readily available. (3 reviews)
  • The property is very dog friendly and welcoming to pets. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and helpful staff - lots of amenities
Carine, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was exceptionally helpful and friendly. The property was clean and well maintained. The breakfast was super. All views were amazing. What a gem!
Tom, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Elevated experience with high caliber staff, excellent location, luxury amenities and the most amazing champagne breakfast
Leah, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location.
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Old world elegance with a great view, friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast buffet.
Nick, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about this property is top tier! The service is five star, the staff is friendly and it has an old school ambience that is rarely seen these days. The hotel is an easy walk to the ocean and downtown Carmel. i can't wait to go back!
Gary, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It’s stunning. Clean. Great staff. Great pool. Walkable. All the things.
Kelsey, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

10/10. Amazing staff.
Brenda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

the stay and hospitality are amazing. Great staff and location. Breakfast made to order. Speakeasy bar. a true Gem.
Art, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel with a lot of charm. We had an ocean-facing room, and I loved the decor. The bed was very comfortable. The breakfast spread was excellent and one of the best we've had at a hotel. The service was also top-notch. I deducted a star for the room's shower, which smelled musty and was a distraction from the otherwise perfect experience.
Stacey, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was quaint and charming. Staff was very friendly and respectful. I would highly recommend this hotel and I would even return. It’s beautiful. The cookies in the evening was a nice touch, too, if craving sweets.
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful grounds, can walk to the beach, amazing breakfast
Kendra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were great, breakfast was incredible. Great locatiin, walking distance ro everything in town and beach
Steven, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The service was exceptional and the grounds were lovely
Leah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

La Playa Hotel Carmel

The hotel was quiet, clean and very close to the water. It’s an easy walk to downtown, to the water and shopping. The brunch they offer is amazing! Wonderful selection of fresh food!
Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

So many amenities, wonderful staff, amazing views and location!
Patricia, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I love this hotel. It has personality and everything you’d need to enjoy a relaxing weekend in Carmel. Also, the free breakfast is amazing.
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully decorated room, excellent location, great staff and service. The breakfast buffet was amazing! Highly recommend!!
Bhaskar, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy and quick Checkin; very friendly and accommodating staff.
Steve, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy hotel and great location
Leslee, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely enjoyed our stay at the La Playa Hotel. Hospitality was excellent and all the staff was very friendly. The room and amenities were great. You can't beat the location. It's just a few minutes from the beach and the main shopping area in Carmel. We appreciated the amenities that were offered on top, like a private driver bringing you to and picking you up from your dinner reservation or their happy hour with free cocktails in the afternoon or warm cookies in the evening. The champagne breakfast was incredible and easily one of the best breakfast buffets we've ever had offering a wide variety of options. We also appreciated the hotel bar Bud's, a dark & moody cocktail bar with fantastic cocktails and excellent food. We ended up spending quite some time there. Overall we had a fantastic time, and can't wait to visit again. We highly recommend the place.
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A very unique property and experience. The breakfast was great.
Douglas, 1-night trip