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
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Bar
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
The current price is CA $782
CA $782
CA $976 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Sleeps 2
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Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
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Hair dryer
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Minibar
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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Sleeps 2
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Excellent
8 reviews
(8 reviews)
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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Very good
1 review
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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Hearing and Communication)
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
Il Fornaio - 6 min walk
Dametra Cafe - 6 min walk
Sade's Cocktails - 6 min walk
La Bicyclette - 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.
Languages
English, Spanish
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
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free offsite parking within 20 ft
Street parking available
DONE
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.
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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La Playa Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Beach
Breakfast
Location
View
Gardens
Ocean
Restaurant
Bar
What guests liked
The breakfast at this property was consistently described as phenomenal, amazing, incredible, and the best ever. (74 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 Excellent
Aug 7, 2025
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
Sharon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 5, 2025
Beautiful surroundings
Ellen
Ellen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Staff were great, breakfast was incredible. Great locatiin, walking distance ro everything in town and beach
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 30, 2025
Great location
Karen
Karen, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
A very unique property and experience. The breakfast was great.
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 5, 2025
One of the best hotels ive ever stayed in. Old workd California charm on another level. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond. The lobby and grounds make you feel like you are on the set of a movie. I cant say enough good things.
jon
jon, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 26, 2025
Beautiful grounds, can walk to the beach, amazing breakfast
Kendra
Kendra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 11, 2025
Best stay in carmel I’ve ever had
Colin
Colin, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2025
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
Sarah, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 8, 2025
Located not to far from the beach. Super friendly staff. The property was beautiful and relaxing. Only thing we didn’t like was check in was at 4 but our room wasn’t available until 430.
Visna
Visna, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 11, 2025
It was a fantastic stay.
Lauren
Lauren, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 23, 2025
The breakfast is amazing The rooms are very nicely appointed The staff is unparallel
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 28, 2025
Front desk area was especially helpful with bags, suggestions and a ride into town!! I really enjoyed the beautiful breakfast they laid out every morning. The staff is exceptional and we hope to visit again soon!!
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 11, 2025
Historical property.
Galina
Galina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 22, 2025
This was such an amazing property and had the kindest and helpful staff. So many amenities, beautiful grounds, excellent food. It's wonderful on all levels!
Sheena
Sheena, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
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
Elliott, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 6, 2025
My wife and just celebrated our wedding anniversary. Everyone and everything about this hotel was EXCELLENT!! Super close to the beach! Can’t wait to bring friends and family! Strongly recommend this awesome hotel!
Eric
Eric, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 24, 2025
I would stay here time and time again. Our room was an ocean view and it was so picturesque. The bed and bathroom were great and the room was excellent. The staff at the hotel is exceptional!
Leigh
Leigh, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 16, 2025
Friendliness and customer service
Godfrey
Godfrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 27, 2025
So many amenities, wonderful staff, amazing views and location!
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 19, 2025
The property is gorgeous and we loved everything about it! The staff was welcoming, the room was comfortable, the lobby was cozy, and breakfast on the patio with beautiful ocean views was our favorite part. I also loved being able to walk to the beach each day.
Clifton
Clifton, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 29, 2025
What an amazing place. Even more amazing people working there. Super friendly. Amazing bar.
Tino
Tino, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 26, 2025
Easy and quick Checkin; very friendly and accommodating staff.
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 23, 2025
Beautiful, just two blocks from Carmel beach.
Rodolfo
Rodolfo, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 10, 2025
Anniversary
The stay was lovely. The staff was friendly. The only thing that I didn't like 100% were the sheets - but everything else was a 10.