La Playa Hotel
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La Playa Hotel

Discover La Playa Hotel, an 4-star stay in Carmel-by-the-Sea. With a score of 9/10 based on 105 reviews, it offers an outstanding blend of quality and value, with prices starting from US$320.

Check-In & Check-Out

From 16:00 until 12:00

Nearby Attractions

Carmel Beach: 0.35 km away

Carmel by the sea: 0.32 km away

Church of the Wayfarer: 0.28 km away

Amenity Highlights

Pets policy: Pets are allowed, including dogs, for a fee of USD 250 (approx. US$36).

Food & Drink: Bar

The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for February 11-February 17.

La Playa Hotel

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Delicious breakfast
Ideal location
Lots to do
Pets welcome
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Property Description
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A hotel in the small town of Carmel, a historic hotel with a beautiful view of the seaside
Surroundings
Airport: Monterey Regional Airport
(11.4 km)
Landmarks: Church of the Wayfarer
(290m)
Landmarks: Carmel by the sea
(330m)
Landmarks: Carmel Beach
(350m)
Landmarks: Piccadilly Park
(380m)
Landmarks: Aaron Chang Ocean Art Gallery
(390m)
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King Room With Ocean View

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
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King Room-Mobility Accessible

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Accessible Hearing/Communication King

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Ocean View Hearing/Communication King

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King Room-Accessible

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King Room With Ocean View

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Location: The hotel is ideally situated within walking distance to the beach and downtown Carmel, offering easy access to shopping, dining, and scenic views. Guests appreciated the proximity to the ocean, with some rooms providing picturesque ocean views.(based on 1 review)
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April 7, 2025
An unexpected hotel, every corner is a view, small and exquisite. The service is very good, the breakfast is great, the room is small but comfortable. The location is very good, 5 minutes to go out for dinner and shopping.
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A‍n‍o‍n‍y‍m‍o‍u‍s‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
May 5, 2025
Carmel is a typical American wealthy town. The hotel fully interprets the old money style, revealing a low-key and luxurious taste everywhere! Located in Carmel Town near the sea, there are a few free parking spaces (take your chances). The room is very small, and you can't even open the suitcase, but the bedding and toiletries are very good. The hotel's breakfast is very good, and the bar is also very good. In the evening, the hotel lobby will distribute self-baked cookies. The staff is friendly and smiling, which is commendable.
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
April 18, 2025
A hotel in the small town of Carmel, a historic hotel with a beautiful view of the seaside
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
February 23, 2024
The design of the hotel is very good. I like the retro American style very much. The breakfast is also very surprising. I will stay here again.
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
April 16, 2024
Good location, great sunset view
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C‍a‍t‍h‍e‍r‍i‍n‍e
November 7, 2025
Our stay was beautiful! The hotel is stunning, with a friendly and attentive staff, eager to make your stay a happy one. The buffet breakfast with omelette and waffle station was fabulous. The hotel is an historical building so the rooms and bathrooms maintain the original footprint and size, which prohibited any enlargement of the very small bathroom. But given all the other perks La Playa offers we survived the small space and would definitely return.
S‍t‍e‍v‍e
September 22, 2025
Property is quite nice good location and good bones. Restaurant is nice. Food was great. Service at restaurant was great. Front Desk did not honor my reservation. Said it did not exist and was very difficult. Said call ******* and figure it out. Had to really escalate to just even stay there.
S‍i‍m‍o‍n
September 21, 2025
Free but not easy This is a lovely hotel, with the most attentive staff. Rooms and common areas are very well appointed and relaxing. The door to our room didn’t close tightly which was odd. Free parking and breakfast were included, except an expresso at breakfast was chargeable ($10) and there was a $60 ‘amenity’ charge added to the bill. These mixed messages put a cloud over an otherwise exceptional stay.

Services & Amenities

Restaurant

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 16:00
Check-out: Before 12:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.

Breakfast
StyleBuffet
AgeFee
Adult
Free
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Types of pets allowed: dogs
Fee: US$250.00 per room per stay

Service animals
Service animals are allowed on request

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 21 years old

Paying at the hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Opened: 1905
  • Renovated: 2023
  • Number of Rooms: 47
Phone:+1-800-5828900
Located in Carmel (Golden Rectangle), La Playa Hotel is a 3-minute walk 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.

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.

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, and housekeeping is provided daily.

You might be wondering

What are the check-in and check-out times at La Playa Hotel?

Check-in time at La Playa Hotel starts at 16:00, and check-out time is by 12:00.

Does La Playa Hotel have a pool?

Yes, La Playa Hotel has a swimming pool for guests.

Are pets allowed at La Playa Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome at La Playa Hotel, but we recommend calling ahead to confirm details (e.g., pet size, fees).

How much does it cost to stay at La Playa Hotel?

Room prices at La Playa Hotel vary by travel dates, hotel policy, and other factors. Enter your travel dates to see current prices.

How to get to La Playa Hotel from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, located about 15 mins from hotel by car (11.4 km) away.

What’s the cancellation policy at La Playa Hotel?

The cancellation policy at La Playa Hotel depends on your room type and booking terms.

About This Property

Nearest AirportMonterey Regional Airport
Distance to Airport11.41KM
Average Price FromUSD752
Hotel Star Rating4
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