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La Playa Hotel, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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Carmel-by-the-Sea · CA

La Playa Hotel

★★★★☆
Provider-supplied star rating (LiteAPI)
9.0/10 425 reviews

Best time to visit

October is historically the best month for Carmel-by-the-Sea

October offers the most sun for Carmel-by-the-Sea at 16% warm+sunny days (n=248), though it remains a shoulder-season pick.

16% warm+sunny · 9% rain days · n=248

ERA5 reanalysis 2018–2025 — historical likelihood, not a forecast. Full almanac for Carmel-by-the-Sea in October →

Carmel-by-the-Sea by month — ERA5 8-year history. Warm+6h sun = days ≥72°F with >6h sunshine.
Month Warm+sun Rain days Avg high n
January 1% 28% 59°F 248
February 3% 29% 58°F 226
March 1% 44% 58°F 248
April 1% 14% 58°F 240
May 0% 13% 59°F 248
June 4% 2% 62°F 240
July 1% 0% 63°F 248
August 4% 1% 65°F 248
September 11% 5% 67°F 240
October 16% 9% 67°F 248
November 3% 20% 62°F 240
December 1% 37% 58°F 248

What guests say

Verbatim from provider sentiment analysis. We publish both sides — the cons are why the pros are believable.

Praised
  • Welcoming staff
  • Beautiful location
  • Superb amenities
  • Delicious food
Criticised
  • Room is small
  • High price
  • Power outage with no generator

Based on 425 guest reviews (provider-supplied sentiment, LiteAPI).

Facilities

52 amenities on record. Grouped by category — spa/pool/beach/golf lead.

Beach & Pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
Golf
  • Golf course
Dining
  • Bar
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace
Parking
  • Parking
  • Street parking
43 other amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Air conditioning
  • Auditory guidance
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Hiking
  • Ironing service
  • Key card access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pets allowed
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • WiFi available
  • Wine/champagne

Room types

8 room types on record from the provider. No price shown without a live quote.

  • Ocean View King
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 28 sqm (301 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The single room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

  • Accessible Hearing/Communication King
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Accessible King
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Ocean View Hearing/Communication King
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Mobile Accessible King
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 28 sqm (301 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • Classic King
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 23 sqm (248 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The air-conditioned double room offers a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • Double Room
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 27 m2 (291 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, as well as a TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • Ocean View King Room
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 23 m2 (248 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The double room offers air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, as well as a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

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.

Description from provider (LiteAPI). Not generated or paraphrased.

Stay details

Check-out
12:00 PM
Pets
Not permitted
Children
Welcome
Parking
PAID

Weather in Carmel-by-the-Sea

7-day run 7–13 Nov, zero rain · 5 clear, rain on 8 of 16 forecast days (123h)

View Carmel-by-the-Sea weather forecast & all hotels

Property data from LiteAPI, including photos, facilities, rooms, policies and sentiment analysis. Star rating is provider-supplied. Guest rating shown only when a review count is available — never invented. No price is shown without a live quote. No awards are claimed that are not in the provider record. Weather data from ERA5 reanalysis (Open-Meteo); almanac figures are 8-year historical likelihoods, not forecasts. All model logic is on our methodology page.