Weddings
An Iconic Carmel Wedding Venue
The newly renovated La Playa Hotel offers 75 guest rooms, a gorgeous selection of ceremony and reception venues, and a central location, just minutes from Monterey, placing serene beaches, renowned galleries, Carmel Valley wineries and scenic beauty at your doorstep.
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Our Venues
Our Courtyard is an enchanting garden setting for a ceremony or reception
The La Playa Patio is perfect for intimate outdoor affairs amidst our award-winning gardens
The Pacific Room and Terrace features spectacular ocean views and rustic architecture complete with a covered terrace complemented by heaters and a cozy outdoor fire pit
The quaint Garden Room has picturesque views of the hotel’s lavish gardens and the Pacific Ocean beyond as well as a private fireplace
The Fireside Room is a charming setting for small events and dinners
A History of Romance
Originally designed in 1905 by an artist for his wife, La Playa Hotel still resonates an aura of romance and old world charm. The hotel underwent an extensive $20 million property-wide renovation in Fall 2023 to bring its past into the present through high-design, modern conveniences, and thoughtful guest experiences. From the lush gardens and hand-laid brick patios to the stunning views and ambient sounds of the Pacific, your wedding will be full of new memories infused with turn-of-the-century sophistication.
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Ashley & Josh
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Kristina & Keith
Frankie & Bryan
Spaces for all occasions
Intimate Weddings & Elopements
We are pleased to provide a wide variety of venues for your intimate ceremony and reception. Whether you wish for a luscious garden setting, a terrace with ocean views or historic indoor surrounds, you are sure to find an atmosphere that’s perfect for you!
Our Elopement Package is available for events with a guest count of 10 or fewer.
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- Courtyard Ceremony
- Pacific Room
- Pacific Terrace
- La Playa Patio
- Garden Room
- Game Room
- The Courtyard
Tastefully Restored
Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Following an extensive $20 million renovation completed in Fall of 2023, The historic La Playa has renewed all public spaces, event venues, and guest rooms while honoring the hotel’s storied past yet adding modern amenities and thoughtful guest experiences.
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Experts at crafting environments that are simultaneously comprehensive in their approach and exacting in their detail, Post Company is an award-winning, multidisciplinary design firm that works across hospitality, retail, and residential typologies. As seen in Architectural Digest, Wallpaper, Esquire, and Travel and Leisure.
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Renovation Highlights
- Restoration Of Original Design Elements
- Addition of (3) 1-Bedroom Suites
- Conversion Of All Single Queen Bed Rooms to Kings Beds
- All New Flooring Throughout
- Fresh Wall and Trim Paint Throughout
- Newly Remodeled Spa Inspired Bathrooms
- New Custom Fabricated Furnishings
- New Lighting & Fixtures
- Exterior Updates
- Preservation of Existing and Addition of New Artwork
- Added In-Room Custom Climate Control
- Added In-Room Signature Barmoire — A craft cocktail experience
- Added Tivoli Model One Radios in Each Room with La Playa’s Custom Radio Station — A curated auditory journey
- Instituted and Enhanced Guest Experience Programs — Champagne Breakfast, Wine & Sangria Reception, Live Music, and More
Impeccable Taste
Catering
From hand-crafted cocktails and elevated contemporary comfort fare at Bud’s to extraordinary catered occasions for weddings and events, the culinary experience at La Playa Hotel is sure to please even the most discerning palate.
Select from our meticulously designed event menus which offer a diverse array of dishes, or customize a menu tailored to your tastes.
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Wedding Weekend
From the rehearsal dinner to the post-wedding brunch, we can host your wedding weekend.
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Group Room Rates
La Playa Hotel features 75 deluxe guestrooms and offers group rates for wedding parties and guests.
