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 mini-bar 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. - Restored & Re-storied - $66 ft Renovation completed Fall 2023 - Tastefully enhanced, all while preserving the quiet eclecticism for which this historic institution is known. - Once a luxurious mansion built in 1905 by an artist as a gift to his wife, a member of the Ghirardelli family, for over 100 years La Playa Hotel has been known as the “Grande Dame of Carmel.” - The renovation carefully covered all aspects of the hotel, from the welcoming lobby to the commodious corners of Bud’s bar and the luxuriously appointed guest rooms with sunfilled windows beckoning the ocean breeze. - HD Design Award Winner - Featured in Vogue, NY Times "T List," Travel + Leisure, Dezeen & Condé Nast. Renovation highlights: - Air Conditioning in all Guest Rooms - Custom Barmoire in all Guest Rooms — Offering a specially curated cocktail experience. - Three 1-Bedroom Suites - King Beds in all Single Bed Rooms - Updated Guest Bathrooms

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located 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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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
8.1
Low score for Carmel
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Thomas
    United States of America United States of America
    The grounds are impeccable and the heated pool was amazing. The flowers looked and smelled amazing.
  • Chris
    United States of America United States of America
    Awesome hotel. Perfect location with beautiful grounds and gardens.
  • Gary
    United States of America United States of America
    When we arrived we were given a very small room. Given that we paid $1000/night, I asked if another room was available. The front desk staff were very accommodating , offering us a few different rooms, one of which (Room 310) was terrific. WE...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

Amenities of La Playa Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking on site
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub 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 apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    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 available on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Express check-in/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
  • Safe
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
Accessibility
  • Auditory guidance
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised 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 ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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.

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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

FAQs about La Playa Hotel

  • La Playa Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Bud's Bar & Restaurant

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

  • The nearest beach is 800 feet from La Playa Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • La Playa Hotel is 1,800 feet from the center of Carmel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at La Playa Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at La Playa Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool
    • Bicycle rental

  • Room options at La Playa Hotel include:

    • Double