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La Playa Hotel
4 stars

La Playa Hotel

Camino Real At 8th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921, United States
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
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$269
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 417 reviews
417 reviews
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Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
Classic room
King room

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La Playa Carmel has been voted the Best Hotel on the Monterey Peninsula, originally built in 1905 as an artist’s gift to his wife, who was from the infamous Ghirardelli family. This “Grand Dame” has been recently restored and offers 75 guest rooms with historical architectural details and modern furnishings that combine to create a prestigious resort on the California coast. The hotel offers beach access, as it is just steps from Carmel Beach. Guests can also enjoy beautiful gardens, courtyards, and patios onsite as well as a terrace swimming pool.

This hotel’s rooms offer views of the ocean, garden, or surrounding estate, and preference can be chosen at the time of booking. The sophisticated cottage-style rooms offer modern amenities and accommodations with huge windows to bring in all of the natural light and beauty of the surrounding landscapes. There are restaurants and bars onsite, as well as catering services for events and meetings that can be held in the hotel’s many event spaces.

La Playa Carmel is just minutes from downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, which offers wine tasting, shopping, dining, and many other local attractions. Ocean Avenue is full of options for world-class dining, art galleries, boutiques, and entertainment. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is just 3 miles away, offering plenty of outdoor activities. Guests can also visit Carmel Valley for winery tours and enjoy championship golfing at Pebble Beach, not far from the hotel.

Rating
8.9
Very good
Based on 417 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at La Playa Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

General

  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Golf

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Ironing service

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of La Playa Hotel

8.9
Very good
417 verified ratings
Wonderful
238
Very good
49
Good
46
Okay
24
Fair
25
Mediocre
13
Poor
22

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests enjoyed the beautiful location and friendly service at the hotel, with many praising the breakfast and atmosphere. However, several reviews highlighted issues with noise levels, outdated rooms, and concerns about the value for money, especially given the high prices. Some guests experienced problems with their reservations and construction noise during their stay.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Value for Price2 out of 10
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Wonderful
Robert, Oct 2019
Pros (+) Bed Breakfast Staff Location Cookies and milk
Cons (-) No bottled water in room
4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2018
Pros (+) Nice looking property. Friendly service. Great breakfast.
Cons (-) Didn't have double room available that was booked. Noisy. Overpriced for what it offered.
5.4
Fair
Anonymous, Mar 2018
Pros (+) The view was nice, but that was mostly thanks to Carmel being stunning.
Cons (-) Very noisy! Don’t underestimate the other reviews. They’ve got an old steam-based heating system that has a ton of air in it. As a result, you will get woken up all throughout the night to loud banging noise, like someone is taking a hammer to a steal pipe. The sound is coming out of the heater in the room. Do not choose this hotel if you want a good nights sleep. Also very dated rooms. The qualit...
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10
Wonderful
Fabio, Jan 2017
Pros (+) The atmosphere was charming, and the staff was welcoming and generous! We were upgraded and treated to champagne because it was our anniversary. The views were magnificent, and everything was close by! The breakfast was delicious and all the staff were kind and attentive. I was very pleased with our experience! Thank you to the staff for making our experience an anniversary to remember!
5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) Hotel tried to portray a high end experience by providing milk and cookies at check in. Wine reception in the evenings. Turndown Servive at night and a decent breakfast buffet that is included.
Cons (-) Their premier ocean view rooms looked like a holiday In or 3 star hotel at the best. Very poor design and ambiance. Bad holiday in furniture , plastic trees and plants. I expected more for $500 per night, at least rooms that looked better. Also, rooms have no balconeys and hotel does not have a jacuzzi. It is possible that the hotel is offering value for the budget traveller (hard to imagine at ov...
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10
Wonderful
Pamela, Nov 2015
Pros (+) It was just beautiful and romantic in every way. Staff was incredible.
Cons (-) Nothing
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2015
Pros (+) This is a beautiful property, with very accommodating employees and easy access to the beach and downtown. We plan to return someday!
Cons (-) Have no complaints!

Location

Camino Real At 8th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

What's nearby

  • Golden Bough Playhouse184 yd
  • Carmel Beach0.3 mi
  • Gallerie Amsterdam0.3 mi
  • Classic Art Gallery0.3 mi
  • Jones and Terwilliger Galleries0.3 mi
  • Carmel Plaza0.3 mi
  • Highlands Sculpture Gallery0.4 mi
  • Pitzer's of Carmel0.4 mi
  • Vanguard Gallery0.4 mi
  • Forest Theater0.5 mi
  • Carl Cherry Center for the Arts0.6 mi
  • Carmel Mission0.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about La Playa Hotel

Low season

November

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

$768

Average price (weekend night)

$1,066
Cheapest month to stay with an average 37% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 62% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at La Playa Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at La Playa Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at La Playa Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at La Playa Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at La Playa Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $575, while the most expensive was $1,040.
  • How long should you stay at La Playa Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at La Playa Hotel

  • How do I get from the Monterey Regional Airport to La Playa Carmel hotel?

    The quickest way to get from the airport to your accommodation is by car, which will take about 15min. If you are looking at catching a cab, the taxi fare will be around $25 for a one-way trip, and you can talk to the taxi coordinator outside of the terminal building to organize a car. If you prefer using public transport, get on board bus line 93 which goes to Monterey and get off at the Cass Munras bus stop. From there, walk over to the Munras Cass bus stop which is a 1min walk away and catch bus line 24 going to Carmel Valley Grapevine Express, get off 9 stops later at the San Carlos / 7th bus stop, and the hotel will then be a 10min walk away. The full trip by bus will take under 1h, with a one-way fare of $5 per person.

  • What are my options for breakfast when staying at La Playa Carmel hotel?

    The hotel offers its signature Champagne Breakfast every morning from 7:30 am to 10:30 am. It’s a buffet style breakfast which includes freshly made pastries, European cheeses, juice and fruits, as well as some made to order fare such as eggs and omelets. Only seasonal and locally sourced produce is used ensuring a fresh and tasty breakfast.

  • What is the pet policy at La Playa Carmel hotel?

    Pet dogs under 40 lb in weight are welcome to stay with their owners at the hotel, and you are allowed to have a maximum of 2 pets per room. All dog breeds are welcome, however there is a restriction on pit bulls and pit bull mixes. If you are planning to bring your four-legged friend with you, you will be paying a pet fee at check in, consisting of $50 for the whole stay. Dogs are welcome on the beach, however they must be kept on a leash.

  • What available accessible accommodation are at La Playa Carmel hotel?

    The hotel has multiple accessible rooms available for ADA guests, all of which are located on the ground floor for easy access. The rooms are all equipped with mobility and accessibility features such as wide doorways, raised vanity countertop, grab bars and roll-in showers with a foldable shower seat. In addition, communication kits are available for the hearing impaired, as well as strobe alarms throughout the property.

  • Does La Playa Carmel hotel have any special offers for couples?

    If you are going on vacation with your partner and would like to make your stay a bit more special, consider booking one of the packages that the hotel has on offer. The Romantic Getaway includes a bottle of sparkling wine on arrival as well as complimentary cocktails on the Pacific Terrace. The Beach Picnic package includes a fully catered picnic with the possibility to add on a beach cruiser. Finally, the Wine Tasting package includes a walking self-guided wine tasting tour as well as waived corkage fees at select restaurants for any bottles purchased during the tour.(Prices checked 24/07/19).

  • Where is La Playa Hotel located?

    La Playa Hotel is located at Camino Real At 8th Avenue, 0.3 miles from the center of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Golden Bough Playhouse is the closest landmark to La Playa Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at La Playa Hotel?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at La Playa Hotel.

  • Does La Playa Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, La Playa Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does La Playa Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, La Playa Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is La Playa Hotel from the airport?

    La Playa Hotel is 5.7 miles from Monterey Regional. La Playa Hotel is 56.3 miles from San Jose.

  • Does La Playa Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, La Playa Hotel has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great La Playa Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at La Playa Hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at La Playa Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for La Playa Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city center

0.3 mi

Nearest Airport

Monterey Regional

Distance to airport

5.4 mi