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4.7 out of 5

"This is a beautiful property. The rooms are small--at least the room we had. The bedding is great. The property and location are wonderful. Beauti ... " More

By a verified traveler on Fri 03 Nov 2023

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Hotel Description

Hotel near Golden Bough Playhouse in Carmel

Golden Rectangle stay

You'll be steps from Golden Bough Playhouse and within a 10-minute walk of Sunset Center with a stay at this Golden Rectangle hotel. Scheid Vineyards Tasting Room and Galante Vineyards are also within half a mile (1 km).

Dining, outdoor pool

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. A terrace, a garden, and a lobby fireplace are also on offer.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$349* Per night/room Mar 31 - Apr 1

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

La Playa Hotel ratings based on 12 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for La Playa Hotel

Everyone (9) Couples (1) Family (2)
5 out of 5
This is a beautiful property. The rooms are small--at least the room we had. The bedding is great. The property and location are wonderful. Beautiful breakfast buffet. Would definitely stay again.

Posted by on Nov 3, 2023

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5 out of 5
Close to ocean ave in Carmel

Posted by on Dec 24, 2022

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4 out of 5
Traditional, classic, great outdoor area, beautiful garden

Posted by , from CHULA VISTA on May 23, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from PLEASANTON on Jan 29, 2022

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5 out of 5
Can’t rave about this place enough! Check in was a breeze. Staff incredibly friendly and helpful, especially Micheal and Erica. I felt well cared for during my entire stay. My room was clean and the view of the ocean was perfect. A gorgeous place with fun history. The hotel is located just a couple of blocks from commercial area of town so shopping and dining is not too far away. The on-site restaurant offers delicious menu choices and drink specials. They have it all and totally worth the stay

Posted by on Mar 21, 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 23, 2019

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4 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 9, 2019

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5 out of 5
Fabulous outdoor seating on deck. Breakfast was incredible! Hoping to go back soon.

Posted by on Apr 15, 2018

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5 out of 5

Luxury Carmel by the Sea

We had a very comfortable, enjoyable stay with attentive staff, quality amenities (WiFi included) and beautiful gardens. It's a classic,old hotel very well maintained and updated. The full complementary breakfast on the 2nd floor patio was delicious. There's also a manager's evening wine tasting in the lobby & homemade chocolate chip cookies and milk from 7-8pm. Not the hotels fault, but unfortunately, there was road construction being done on the corner from 8:30-4, so a bit extra noise. A personal request would be to have a sign at the pool for "No cellphones". There was a woman talking at length while we were trying to relax. There's parking on the street or a small lot next door. The beach is a short 3 blocks away with stunning views. They also offer free shuttle service to-from downtown shops/restaurants if you don't want to walk (~5 blocks) in the dark (very safe but no street lights) or have a disability.

Posted by , from San Rafael, CA on Jun 10, 2016

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4 out of 5

Warm and Welcoming...Like home

Pros: It felt like home...quiet room....we were on the forth floor and it felt like we were in a tree house because of all the trees/birds out our windows
Cons: The bathroom was too small..
Location: Could walk to downtown, and they have a shuttle we used for a further reservation...great staff.
I would have given them a 5 if the bathroom had not been so small that you could not fully open the door. (It opened halfway and then hit the sink, so you had to close the door to use the sink.)

Posted by , from California on May 25, 2016

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Event space at this hotel measures 3475 square feet (323 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at La Playa Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. This Carmel hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3475 sq ft of conference space
  • 323 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1905
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Room Amenities

La Playa Hotel offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Minibar
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Air conditioning
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

Bud's at La Playa - This restaurant serves dinner and light fare.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 88 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 60 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

  • Additional inclusions
  • Breakfast
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Carmel Playa
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You should know

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.