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9 / 10 Guest Rating

La Playa Hotel

Camino Real at Eighth Avenue, Carmel, us

La Playa Hotel - main view

About the Property

Luxury Hotel Near Monterey Bay Aquarium

Complimentary Champagne Brunch: Start your day with a touch of luxury by enjoying a complimentary champagne brunch each morning.

Outdoor Pool with Loungers: Relax and unwind by the outdoor pool surrounded by comfortable loungers, perfect for soaking up the California sun.

Gourmet Dining with Ocean Views: Indulge in a gourmet breakfast at the library lounge overlooking the Pacific Ocean, offering a menu of fresh pastries, fruits, and hot entrees.

Experience the ultimate blend of luxury and relaxation at La Playa Carmel. Book your stay now to enjoy all these exquisite amenities.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out12:00 PM

Property Notes

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. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

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Exceptional418 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the welcoming staff and frequently praise the beautiful location.

Categories

Cleanliness8.8
Service9.8
Location9.3
Room Quality8.3
Amenities9.3
Value for Money8.3
Food and Beverage9.3
Overall Experience9.3

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BacigalupipyPY
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 18, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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RobertgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 13, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

All very good

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JosephineusUS
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 26, 2026

"We had such a wonderful stay, we wish it was longer! Thank you so much, we hope to be back soon"

10.0

The staff were incredibly hospitable and the hotel had a wonderful charm

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Daydream633127
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Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 25, 2026

"Wedding should be a buyout"

2.0

This was our fourth visit to this place and we were extremely disappointed. No welcome, no complementary happy hour or cookies. We paid $1300/night for room smaller than a European room with broken door lock. The entire place was blocked for back to back weddings. For someone looking for a romantic getaway it was a nightmare. Bar was reserved for weddings and so were restaurants. No accommodation was offered by management. Please check in advance if they have event there because staff and management will not tell you. For us it was a loss of 3k. Never going there again

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jfkintx
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Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 22, 2026

"Recapture your soul"

10.0

There are hotels that try to impress you. Vast lobbies with cathedral ceilings. Marble polished so bright it forgets to feel warm. Places that mistake size for grace. La Playa Hotel remembers older truths. The sort of truths that live in details. The linens crisp as fresh paper beneath your hands. Towels folded with quiet precision. Rooms appointed not to astonish, but to settle you. Everything carries that rare balance: timeless class touched lightly by modern ease. Nothing strains for attention. Nothing feels accidental. You can feel the bones of the place the moment you step inside. Not grand. Not sprawling. Intimate. Nooked and narrow in the best possible way, like an old country club preserved from a gentler age and taught, carefully, how to survive the modern world without surrendering its soul. This is a hotel built for conversation. For slow evenings and signature cocktails. For sitting beside a fire while the fog curls somewhere beyond the windows. For cards spread across a small table between you and the person who has walked longest beside you in life. And somehow the guests understand this instinctively. Voices soften here. Shoulders lower. People arrive weary from the world and seem to remember, after a little while, how to rest again. Of all the pleasures we found in Carmel-by-the-Sea, La Playa was the finest among them. Not merely a place we stayed, but a place we belonged to for a little while. And that is rarer than luxury.

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Seattle98101SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
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Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 22, 2026

"Lovely but expensive"

10.0

I’ve been to Carmel several times, never knew this hotel was there. It’s tucked away on a residential street, just a few blocks from the heart of downtown Carmel, and is much larger than it appears from the street. They have a parking garage, but we never used it as we were able to find street parking. It is a lovely, nicely refurbished historical property with great service and lots of little extra touches (included breakfast, wine at happy hour, fresh baked chocolate chip cookies 7:30-9pm nightly). Breakfast is not as great as I expected from the reviews – it’s decent, including an omelette/waffle station, but the pastry selection is poor, there was no yogurt, and extra charge for a capuccino. They do include free champagne, if you’re so inclined. The weather was cool and a bit rainy, so we didn’t use the pool or sit outside on the terrace, but I imagine that would be really nice on a summer day. We had one of the best rooms in the house, on the top floor with a gorgeous view of the gardens and the ocean. The room was comfortable, and the bathroom had great counter space. They feature a signature “barmoire” combination bar + armoire, which has a collection of spirits and barware, plus a small closet. Unique, but I would rather have had a larger closet and some drawer space. The bed was comfortable and it was quiet. We really enjoyed our stay, though it is extremely expensive.

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shmuelilIL
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 19, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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michaelpN2909TOROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA
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Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 18, 2026

"Great Frist Experience"

10.0

First time in Carmel and at La Playa Hotel. Amazing place. The Hotel and the grounds were great. All the staff was amazing. It was a great location. Close to Ocean Ave and all the shops/restaurants. Close to the beach. Breakfast was included and the food was good with a nice variety. Would go back there again.

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784yolandeb
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Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 17, 2026

"Perfect Carmel by the Sea experience"

10.0

The location was walkable to everything. The hotel is beautiful with unbelievable landscaping. The rooms were well appointed. The amenities were perfect. Champagne breakfast every day, afternoon wine and evening cookies. The staff were friendly and professional. The value was in line with the experience. I would recommend this hotel highly.

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rgamad0PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA
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Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 16, 2026

"Poor, expensive, hotel experience"

2.0

Waited for check in until almost 3 pm. Place was crowded and deafeningly noisy with a wedding, crowds everywhere, could not walk to the room, constantly blocked by many people. It lasted until over 1 am. The ocean view is far away and very partial. The room was very small, on the first floor. Walking thumping noise from the ceiling. slamming doors on the hallway. Had to leave to find some peace and quiet. Upon check out, they refused to give me a bill saying it will be mailed to me. The cost was almost $1,300 for one night. We did get breakfast which was fine. If you are trying to find some relaxing time on the beach, stay away. They were deceptive not to say that a big wedding was going on. Sleeping was hard due to constant noise and the rooms are absolutely overpriced.

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