Hotel La Playa Carmel
Camino Real at Eighth Avenue, Carmel, CA 93921, United States of America – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 199 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Beautiful gardens, great bar & breakfasts, perfect location
United States of AmericaHotel was well maintained, location was excellent, and the staff was very friendly. Our dogs loved it too.
United States of AmericaLocation! In the middle of everything so beautiful feels like such a comfy home! Best hospitality ever! They Even upgraded our room to a suite. Seriously made my wife and I’s anniversary getaway the best. Oh and not to mention the afternoon complimentary freshly baked cookies! I mean La Playa Carmel is just phenomenal.
United States of AmericaThe property grounds and garden were beautiful and well maintained. We were upgraded upon arrival by the manager at no extra cost which was a pleasant surprise. The location is great! I will definitely recommend this hotel.
United States of AmericaThe staff was very friendly and helpful. The grounds were beautiful and the hotel lobby was gorgeous.
United States of AmericaThe whole property is beautiful and well-maintained.
United States of AmericaAmenities were available and outdoor seating allowed
United States of AmericaQuaint neighborhood..walking to the beach Super pet friendly.. Covid precautions in place We will definitely return
United States of AmericaThe style the ambience It is So me , I felt like staying at my home, very secure and peacefull, James the bartender Makes the best 🍸🥂cosmopolitan. Olalah... I reserved for a ocean view Room, they Upgrated it, I prolonged my stay for more days and had to switch rooms, since check out is at 11am that morning I was starving and ask The Manager Robert, for food he run to the kitchen and gave me a plate with a nutricius breakfeast, orange juice, Yogurt, raisin with cheese, granola, and boiled egg. OMG he satisfied my hunger. 🧀🥚🫐. The whole staff is attentive, specially Marco housecleaning an employee of La Playa who helped me switch to the next room. Overall Love it
United States of AmericaBreakfast was quite good considering Covid implications. We loved eating on terrace. Great bartender!! Grounds and view are wonderful. Great location - beach within a few blocks. Out of "downtown". Could park all day on street.
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Just 5 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium, this luxury Carmel hotel provides a complimentary champagne brunch each morning. Guests will enjoy the outdoor pool complete with lounge chairs. All spacious rooms include free Wi-Fi.
A flat-screen TV with cable is featured in each amply furnished room at La Playa Carmel. A minibar and coffee-making facilities provide beverage options. Select rooms feature 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 a 4-minute walk from the beach. Monterey Airport is 5 miles away.
This is our guests' favorite part of Carmel, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.4 for two-person stays.
Located in the best-rated area in Carmel, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5
Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Continental
Parking available at the hotel
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Popular Beaches Nearby
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Carmel Beach
Food & Drink, Surfing, Watching the Sunset, Seashell collecting
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Carmel River State Beach
Surfing, Watching the Sunset, Seashell collecting
4,550 feet from property
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- Guests said beach access was good
See what guests loved the most:
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Marilee
United States of America“Beautiful gardens, great bar & breakfasts, perfect location”
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Jonathan
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“Hotel was well maintained, location was excellent, and the staff was very friendly. Our dogs loved it too.”
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Melina
United States of America
“Location! In the middle of everything so beautiful feels like such a comfy home! Best hospitality ever! They Even upgraded our room to a suite. Seriously made my wife and I’s anniversary getaway the best. Oh and not to mention the afternoon complimentary freshly baked cookies! I mean La Playa Carmel is just phenomenal. ” Read more
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Celine
United States of America
“The property grounds and garden were beautiful and well maintained. We were upgraded upon arrival by the manager at no extra cost which was a pleasant surprise. The location is great! I will definitely recommend this hotel.”
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Catherine
United States of America
“The staff was very friendly and helpful. The grounds were beautiful and the hotel lobby was gorgeous.”
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Jon
United States of America
“The whole property is beautiful and well-maintained. ”
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Patricio
United States of America
“Amenities were available and outdoor seating allowed ”
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Antonia
United States of America
“Quaint neighborhood..walking to the beach Super pet friendly.. Covid precautions in place We will definitely return”
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Peggy
United States of America
“The style the ambience It is So me , I felt like staying at my home, very secure and peacefull, James the bartender Makes the best 🍸🥂cosmopolitan. Olalah... I reserved for a ocean view Room, they Upgrated it, I prolonged my stay for more days and had to switch rooms, since check out is at 11am that morning I was starving and ask The Manager Robert, for food he run to the kitchen and gave me a plate with a nutricius breakfeast, orange juice, Yogurt, raisin with cheese, granola, and boiled egg. OMG he satisfied my hunger. 🧀🥚🫐. The whole staff is attentive, specially Marco housecleaning an employee of La Playa who helped me switch to the next room. Overall Love it ” Read more
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Susan
United States of America
“Breakfast was quite good considering Covid implications. We loved eating on terrace. Great bartender!! Grounds and view are wonderful. Great location - beach within a few blocks. Out of "downtown". Could park all day on street.”
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Carmel Beach Access0.3 miles
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Sunset Center0.3 miles
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Carmel Plaza0.4 miles
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Carmel Mission0.7 miles
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Carmel Mission Basilica Museum0.8 miles
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Pebble Beach Golf Links1.8 miles
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Pebble Beach1.9 miles
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Point Lobos State Reserve2.1 miles
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Monterey Peninsula College3.5 miles
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Wine Trolley Tours3.5 miles
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Monterey Museum of Art3.5 miles
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Monterey Pines Golf Club3.7 miles
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Dennis the Menace Park3.8 miles
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17-Mile Drive4 miles
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Monterey Bay Whale Watching Cruises4 miles
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Presidio of Monterey Museum4.1 miles
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Naval Postgraduate School4.3 miles
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Monterey Bay Aquarium4.7 miles
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Del Monte Beach4.9 miles
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Carmel Beach White sandFood & Drink, Surfing, Watching the Sunset, Seashell collecting750 feet
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Carmel River State Beach Golden sandSurfing, Watching the Sunset, Seashell collecting4,550 feet
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Monterey Peninsula Airport5.2 miles
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Mineta San Jose International Airport56.2 miles
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Prices you can't beat!
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They speak 2 languages
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Amenities of La Playa Carmel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
Food & Drink
- Chocolate/Cookies
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Street parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
Services
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
General
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Newspapers
Outdoor swimming pool
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Free! All pools are free of charge
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
Spa
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Pool/Beach towels
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
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RetrySustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Option to reuse towels
- Bicycle rental
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
La Playa Carmel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
A one-time, nonrefundable 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.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about La Playa Carmel
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From the nearest airport, you can get to La Playa Carmel by:
- Car 15min
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at La Playa Carmel (subject to availability):
- On-site parking
- Parking
- Street parking
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The prices at La Playa Carmel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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La Playa Carmel is 1,800 feet from the center of Carmel.
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Room options at La Playa Carmel include:
- Double
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Check-in at La Playa Carmel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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La Playa Carmel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
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The nearest beach is 800 feet from La Playa Carmel.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Guests staying at La Playa Carmel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
