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La Playa Hotel

Hotel with outdoor pool, near Golden Bough Playhouse

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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.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 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
£596
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

A bathroom with a marble sink, two wall-mounted mirrors, and a shower curtain.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, a small table with a telephone, and books on the wall.
A chair with a wooden backrest and seat, positioned next to a round table with a dark-colored top.

Accessible King

Very good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bathroom with a marble sink, two wall-mounted mirrors, and a shower curtain.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, a lamp, a window with sheer curtains, and a decorative ceiling light.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, a small table with a telephone, and books on the wall.
A chair with a wooden backrest and seat, positioned next to a round table with a dark-colored top.

Classic King

Excellent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bathroom with a marble sink, two wall-mounted mirrors, and a shower curtain.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, a small table with a telephone, and books on the wall.
A chair with a wooden backrest and seat, positioned next to a round table with a dark-colored top.
A bathroom with a marble sink, two wall-mounted mirrors, and a shower curtain.

Accessible Hearing/Communication King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bathroom with a marble sink, two wall-mounted mirrors, and a shower curtain.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the ocean.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, a small table with a telephone, and books on the wall.
A room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a vase, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

Ocean View Hearing/Communication King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bathroom with a marble sink, two wall-mounted mirrors, and a shower curtain.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, a small table with a telephone, and books on the wall.
A chair with a wooden backrest and seat, positioned next to a round table with a dark-colored top.

Mobile Accessible King

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bathroom with a marble sink, two wall-mounted mirrors, and a shower curtain.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, a small table with a telephone, and books on the wall.

Ocean View King

Exceptional
  • 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 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chez Noir - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Heaven - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Bicyclette - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 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

Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

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

Required at check-in

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

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 18 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only. Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation; restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Parking

    • Free off-site parking within 20 ft
    • Street parking available

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 at 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. Open daily.

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.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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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La Playa Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The breakfast was consistently described as excellent, gourmet, and phenomenal with a wide variety of options. (87 reviews)
  • The hotel is within walking distance to the beach, offering easy access to the ocean and beautiful sunsets. (39 reviews)
  • The restaurant at this property offers an excellent dining experience with great food and friendly service. (20 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great boutique hotel in Carmel. Close to the main areas in Carmel. Great customer service. Lovely comfortable rooms while not huge are beautiful furnished. Great free extras provided from early morning coffee, a delicious buffet breakfast with egg station, afternoon wine and not forgetting the wonderful chocolate chip cookies in the evening. A real treat.
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the location, breakfast quality, staff was very helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

Just amazing. Charming, top amenities and service, and included champagne brunch is truly excellent. One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at.
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredible property, luxurious but with historical character. Grounds are manicured, super cute pool, the morning brunch is actually delicious! Perfect location just off the Carmel Square. Will definitely be back!
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8/10 Very good

Overall this is a good hotel in Carmel. It seemed a little pricey but they do have a free 1st class breakfast and free happy hour that is nice. The happy hour starts at 2 pm. Our room was a little small for the price but amenities were excellent.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and helpful staff - lots of amenities
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything at La Playa was amazing. The facilities, food, staff and proximity to the beach and Ocean Avenue shopping area. The hotel had a great boutique feel and was very classy. I would stay there again!!
Hutch and beautiful glassware in the room
Fun pool table area
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Daily breakfast buffet
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8/10 Very good

Great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Elevated experience with high caliber staff, excellent location, luxury amenities and the most amazing champagne breakfast
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8/10 Very good

Old world elegance with a great view, friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast buffet.
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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!
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is unmatched, staff is incredibly friendly and professional. Rooms are cozy and views are gorgeous. 5 min drive from downtown Carmel. Carmel is one of the best places to bring a dog. BUDS, the restaurant in house, is phenomenal. The breakfast (included) is the best breakfast I’ve had. That alone would make me come back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful grounds, can walk to the beach, amazing breakfast
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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!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were great, breakfast was incredible. Great locatiin, walking distance ro everything in town and beach
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10/10 Exceptional

Cozy hotel and great location
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10/10 Exceptional

the stay and hospitality are amazing. Great staff and location. Breakfast made to order. Speakeasy bar. a true Gem.
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10/10 Exceptional

So many amenities, wonderful staff, amazing views and location!
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10/10 Exceptional

The service was exceptional and the grounds were lovely
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s stunning. Clean. Great staff. Great pool. Walkable. All the things.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved everything about this hotel, Buds is toooo good and the rooms and view and proximity to town is beautiful
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy and quick Checkin; very friendly and accommodating staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

10/10. Amazing staff.
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with many amenities and a wonderful staff.