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La Playa Hotel

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A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.
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A garden with a variety of flowers and plants, a building with arches and a balcony with potted plants.
A garden with a chessboard, a pool, and a gazebo.
A couple walking on a beach with a fire pit in the foreground.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is $660
$583 nightly
$660 total
Total with taxes and fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2

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Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA, 93921
  • Place, Carmel Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carmel Plaza
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Accessible King

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

Accessible King

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

View all photos for Classic King

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, a lamp, a window with sheer curtains, and a decorative ceiling light.

Classic King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Hearing/Communication King

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, a small table with a telephone, and books on the wall.

Accessible Hearing/Communication King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Ocean View Hearing/Communication King

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the ocean.

Ocean View Hearing/Communication King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

Mobile Accessible King

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Ocean View King

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the ocean.

Ocean View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carmel

With a stay at La Playa Hotel in Carmel (Golden Rectangle), you'll be steps from Golden Bough Playhouse and 6 minutes by foot from Sunset Center. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Galante Vineyards.

What's nearby

  • Carmel Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Golden Bough Playhouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sunset Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carmel Plaza - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • 17-Mile Drive - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 21 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 17 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

La Playa Hotel offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 75 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features concierge services, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Bud's at La Playa serving guests of La Playa Hotel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Carmel? This hotel has 3475 square feet (323 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Bud's at La Playa - This restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bud's at La Playa

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,475 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1905
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 65.55 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 273.13 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

La Playa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 769 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great food, great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel, staff, food and amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, breakfast quality, staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Just amazing. Charming, top amenities and service, and included champagne brunch is truly excellent. One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff - lots of amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the most perfect hotel on the planet! You will love your stay. From the staff’s attentiveness, the amazing breakfast spread, comfortable bed, and fabulous property, you will feel like you’re in heaven.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was gourmet and we did have beach view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and very close to everything downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Property
Daily breakfast buffet
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, beautiful hotel and wonderful location. Buffet breakfast was phenomenal . Recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, amazing room, happy hour was amazing, the food in the morning left us full and speechless making us take a nap at 9 am. The area is amazing and we love staying at La Playa
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Elevated experience with high caliber staff, excellent location, luxury amenities and the most amazing champagne breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old world elegance with a great view, friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
It was a fantastic stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was outstanding highly recommend to all
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptionally helpful and friendly. The property was clean and well maintained. The breakfast was super. All views were amazing. What a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026