Just 5 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium, this luxury Carmel hotel offers a complimentary champagne brunch each morning. Guests will enjoy the outdoor pool complete with loungers. All spacious rooms include free WiFi. A flat-screen TV with cable is featured in each amply furnished room at La Playa Carmel. A minibar and coffee-making facilities offer beverage options. Select rooms boast ocean views. Guests can enjoy a gourmet breakfast in the library lounge showcasing views of the Pacific Ocean. The menu includes fresh pastries, fruit and a variety of hot entrees. All-day dining is available. Carmel La Playa is 4 minutes’ walk from the beach. Monterey Airport is 5 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Carmel, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.5
Low score for Carmel
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Chantelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I loved this quaint hotel which has so much style and character. It has an excellent bar and serves a great breakfast!
  • Jana
    United States United States
    We absolutely loved our stay. Beautiful property. Breakfast was amazing. Staff was friendly and helpful. We will be coming back!
  • Matilda
    Sweden Sweden
    The breakfast is lovely! The garden and all flowers are so nice and relaxing with many small sitareas.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Bud's Bar & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour

Facilities of La Playa Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
Accessibility
  • Auditory guidance
  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

La Playa Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express La Playa Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Free parking is available but limited, on a first come-first served basis.

A one-time, non-refundable pet fee of USD 250 is applicable for guests bringing pets.

As per policy California Section 4.6 section 11362.3, it is illegal for any person to smoke marijuana in a public place.

Group policy: 10 or more guest rooms is considered a group and follow different deposit and cancellation policies.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about La Playa Hotel

  • The nearest beach is just 250 yards from La Playa Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at La Playa Hotel include:

    • Double

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at La Playa Hotel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at La Playa Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • La Playa Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool
    • Bicycle rental

  • La Playa Hotel is 600 yards from the centre of Carmel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • La Playa Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Bud's Bar & Restaurant