La Playa Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel-by-the-Sea, United States View on map
9.1 Superb Based on 171 reviews
Editor's Pick

"This historic mansion features a champagne breakfast buffet and nightly chocolate chip cookies. A complimentary shuttle drives guests to downtown, where the beach sits a short walk away. Best for weekend couples, less so for anyone requiring elevators."

From US$ 284 US$ 252 per night
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Check-in
1 Oct 2026
Check-out
2 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

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Why guests choose La Playa Hotel

  • Champagne Breakfast
    Daily buffet included
  • In-Room Barmoire
    Craft cocktail kit
  • Steps to Beach
    5-min walk to sand
  • Heated Pool
    80°F year-round
  • Wine Reception
    Daily 2pm-5pm
  • Historic Mansion
    Built in 1905

Overview

The boutique-style La Playa Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea, located 19 minutes' stroll from Devendorf City Park, offers 47 spacious rooms. Located not far from Sunset Center, the hotel overlooks the ocean and invites guests to have a drink at a library bar.

This 4-star hotel is 0.3 miles from Gallery by the Sea Carmel and 0.3 miles from a pristine beach of Carmel-by-the-Sea. The public Pebble Beach Golf Links is just near the La Playa, while Monte Verde / 8th bus stop is merely 600 feet away. Nature lovers will appreciate the vicinity of Stillwater Cove, which is about 25 minutes' walk away. Point Lobos Cape is 2.6 miles from this accommodation.

Air conditioning, along with a mini-fridge-bar, provide in-room convenience at the Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel. Guests can relax in spacious rooms with king-size beds or single beds. They are equipped with private bathrooms.

La Playa Hotel serves a buffet breakfast. The American Buds restaurant focuses on American cuisine. The onsite bar offers signature cocktails to please all tastes.

  • Check-in
    from 16:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
La Playa Hotel
Our tips

Should you book La Playa Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • want an on-site American restaurant with dinner and cocktail hour - Bud's Bar & Restaurant serves both.
  • are looking for a saltwater swimming pool to relax at the hotel.
  • need a complimentary champagne brunch each morning in a library lounge with ocean views.
Maybe skip if you
  • expect on-site dining only during dinner and cocktail hours - Bud's Bar & Restaurant is the sole restaurant.
Best for
  • a custom Barmoire with a curated cocktail experience in every guest room
  • an HD Design Award-winning $20 million renovation completed in Fall 2023

Facilities of La Playa

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Leisure & Sports
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • Hiking
  • Golf course
La Playa Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Carpeted floor

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La Playa Hotel applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 12:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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