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
Bar
24/7 front desk
Pool
Parking available
Pet-friendly
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
The current price is ฿16,944
฿16,944
฿21,352 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Hearing and Communication)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Classic Room, 1 King Bed
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
8 reviews
(8 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Hearing and Communication)
Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Hearing and Communication)
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
Pizza Heaven - 5 min walk
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - 6 min walk
Edwins Kaona - 9 min walk
La Bicyclette - 5 min walk
Stationæry - 10 min walk
About this property
La Playa Hotel
La Playa Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 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 travellers love the helpful staff and beach location.
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 aged 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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 18 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free off-site 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 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.
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 does not have lifts.
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 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
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
Ocean
Gardens
Restaurant
Bar
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as phenomenal, amazing, and the best ever with a wide variety of options. (75 reviews)
The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and scenic location. (27 reviews)
The airport shuttle service was convenient and readily available. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2025
Beautiful grounds, can walk to the beach, amazing breakfast
Kendra
Kendra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2025
Great time…food…room….grounds..staff
Wonderful grounds. Dinner on the veranda at Bub’s was the highlight of our trip to Carmel. Great room. And for me…great coffee.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2025
It was a fantastic stay.
Lauren
Lauren, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jul 2025
Great!!
We were very pleasantly surprised
All the details of the hotel are great. The service was outstanding. Our basic room turned out to be much more spacious than expected. Very dog friendly too
Would happily stay again any time
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2025
The breakfast is amazing The rooms are very nicely appointed The staff is unparallel
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun 2025
This charming hotel was a perfect get away for our anniversary. It conveniently located to Carmel By the Sea and Pebble Beach. Staff was very friendly. The brunch provided is excellent. I really enjoyed dinner and drinks at Bud’s.
JESSICA
JESSICA, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 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 Exceptional
28 May 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 Exceptional
24 May 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 Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Great place to stay
ali
ali, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
So many amenities, wonderful staff, amazing views and location!
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Dec 2024
Amazing place to stay
Chitrakshi
Chitrakshi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb 2025
Easy and quick Checkin; very friendly and accommodating staff.
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Beautiful, just two blocks from Carmel beach.
Rodolfo
Rodolfo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 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 Exceptional
29 Apr 2025
What an amazing place. Even more amazing people working there. Super friendly. Amazing bar.
Tino
Tino, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb 2025
Good time, good breakfast
Fedor
Fedor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar 2025
Breakfast was the best
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Dec 2024
Loved everything about this hotel, Buds is toooo good and the rooms and view and proximity to town is beautiful
Dina
Dina, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
9 Mar 2025
Lively place
Chen
Chen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 May 2025
The bed was great, but the shower drain stunk!
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
The staff and service was incredible! It was nice to have shuttle service into town when going out to dinner. We also loved that it was easy walking distance to the beach.
Keith
Keith, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2025
Everything about this hotel is outstanding - the decor, the staff, the food. This pretty quickly became one of my favourite hotels in one of my favourite spots.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Mar 2025
We stayed at La playa in Carmel for 4 days it was absolutely magnificent. The hotel was clean and cute the staff was very very accommodating helped us get to dinners every night with transportation. We absolutely loved the morning breakfast it was insane best breakfast we've ever had in a hotel hands down