La Playa Hotel
Camino Real at Eighth Avenue
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff were incredibly hospitable and the hotel had a wonderful charm”
“The interior design is v chic, the staff are attentive and super friendly, and I…”
“The breakfast was delicious and the swimming pool”
“), cookies baked daily, a delicious breakfast bar with an incredible array of he…”
“Great character hotel and great location”
“Beautiful hotel, great location and attentive staff”
“Room was so plush”
“It offers wonderful rooms with everything you need and more -- wine tasting in t…”
Overview
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 minibar 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.
Traveller reviews
Robert
couple
June 13, 2026
All very good
Josephine
couple
May 26, 2026
“We had such a wonderful stay, we wish it was longer! Thank you so much, we hope to be back soon”
The staff were incredibly hospitable and the hotel had a wonderful charm
Rupert
family_with_children
March 20, 2026
Great character hotel and great location
Leonardo
solo_traveller
December 20, 2025
Qualidade dos amenities Le Labo.
Pamela
couple
November 19, 2025
“Fantastic property and staff”
Room was so plush. Gorgeous view of the gardens and ocean. The breakfast was delicious and the swimming pool.
Kurun
couple
October 22, 2025
Everything about this hotel was amazing. The interior design is v chic, the staff are attentive and super friendly, and I am still dreaming about the buckwheat waffles at breakfast. Would recommend to everyone.
Andréa
couple
September 20, 2025
Beautiful hotel, great location and attentive staff
karen
solo_traveller
August 14, 2025
“A restorative and relaxing stay in this heavenly place.”
This is a haven, a wonderful retreat away from the centre of Carmel (but easy to walk and runs a shuttle if needed) and close to the beautiful beach. It offers wonderful rooms with everything you need and more -- wine tasting in the afternoon (free!), cookies baked daily, a delicious breakfast bar with an incredible array of healthy offerings and stunning views/gardens. Very friendly and polite staff.
Alasdair
couple
July 19, 2025
“Excellent”
Both superb
Alexandra
couple
June 4, 2025
Probably a good hotel for the 70+ category. The smell, the atmosphere, the interior is definitely not for young people. We couldn't even stay there for one night. At the same time, the full cost was deducted from us and another amount is still blocked ((although we were told at departure that they would try not to write it off
Lloyd
couple
May 29, 2025
“Great hotel and don't miss the excellent bar.”
Amazing building, fantastic rooms and an excellent bar. Everything you need in great hotel.
Margaux
couple
May 15, 2025
“The hidden gem of Carmel by the Sea”
Everything, location, staff, breakfast was delicious, the cocktails and obviously the cookies!
CHRISTOPHER
couple
April 13, 2025
“Enjoyable place to stay.”
Comfortable place to stay and would recommend but I may suggest a room away from stairs and not ground floor - person upstairs very noisy.
Ex_Bus_Driver
couple
March 21, 2025
“Letdown by the urinating guests in the room above.”
Lovely hotel, friendly & attentive staff.
Christine
couple
February 7, 2025
“Loved it”
Good
EUNHYE
couple
January 14, 2025
I fell in love with a town called Carmel. I'm sure it's because of this hotel. It was a perfect experience. Next time, I will come with my whole family.
Daniela
couple
December 2, 2024
“Lovely stay, great location”
The location is perfect, the staff is lovely and the breakfast is great
marie-laure
couple
May 31, 2024
“A perfect stay in a beautiful place”
Beautiful venue overseeing the see and very close to the center of the town. a good balance between the comfort of a grand hotel and the cosiness of a medium size hotel. Staff really incredibly kind and willing to make you enjoy the place. We loved it !
Robert
couple
May 29, 2024
“Beautiful boutique hotel”
A charming place to stay, beautiful appointments throughout.
Chantelle
couple
March 24, 2024
“A beautiful hotel in the heart of Carmel by the sea.”
I loved this quaint hotel which has so much style and character. It has an excellent bar and serves a great breakfast!
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Higher level toilet, Lower bathroom sink, Visual aids: Braille, Visual aids: Tactile signs, Auditory guidance
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Hiking
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers
General
Indoor fireplace, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Safety deposit box, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking on site, Street parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Pool/beach towels
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Carbon monoxide sources, 24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Services
Daily housekeeping, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Ironing service, Dry cleaning, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk
Classic King
The air-conditioned double room offers a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.
Mobile Accessible King
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
Ocean View King
The single room features air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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