La Playa Hotel

Hotel with outdoor pool, near Golden Bough Playhouse

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

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.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Parking available
Pool

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Lobby fireplace
Front-desk safe
Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

Refrigerator
Cable/satellite TV service
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

$481 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Why we love this property

Tasty culinary choices

This hotel boasts a restaurant, bar, and complimentary buffet breakfast. Culinary options satisfy diverse tastes without extra cost.

Luxurious bed retreat

Wrapped in soft bathrobes, guests can sink into premium bedding for a night of bliss. The in-room minibar adds a touch of indulgence.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 2 - Dec 3

Tomorrow

Dec 3 - Dec 4

All rooms

1 bed

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Premium bedding, minibar, WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible King

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic King

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Accessible Hearing/Communication King

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Ocean View Hearing/Communication King

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Mobile Accessible King

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Ocean View King

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Bathrobes

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
Free parking

$311 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

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About the neighborhood

Camino Real at Eighth Ave., Carmel, CA, 93921

What's nearby

Carmel Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Sunset Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Carmel Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
17-Mile Drive - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Carmel Mission Basilica - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 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

‪Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min walk
‪Pizza Heaven - ‬5 min walk
‪Carmel Bakery and Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
‪Edwins Kaona - ‬9 min walk
‪Il Fornaio - ‬5 min walk

About this property

La Playa Hotel

La Playa Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 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 travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 75 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Express check-out available
- Check-out time is noon

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 at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised

Parking

- Free offsite parking within 20 ft
- Street parking available

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 lobby
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

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

WiFi
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

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

Fee & policy details

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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 elevators.

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 to 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 40 lbs 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 onsite 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.