LaPlaya Hotel & Cottages-by-the-Sea
Originally built as a Mediterranean villa in 1905, the hotel is situated in the coastal village of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Choose from more than 70 comfortable guest rooms, two suites with ocean views or five private cottages set among flowers and cypress set in the formal gardens. Amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, free parking, an outdoor heated pool and Garden Spa treatments. Admire the views while dining al fresco at the Terrace Grill for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Specializing in incorporating Monterey County produce and fresh seafood into classic European dishes, the restaurant's heated open air terrace overlooks the colorful garden blooms. Select from an extensive wine list with Central Coast, Napa and Sonoma wines or sample from a collection of old ports and sherries as well as classic cocktails at the Terrace Grill Lounge. Only two blocks from Carmel Beach and four blocks from renowned boutiques, art galleries and restaurants, the hotel is ideally located for easy access to numerous activities. The property is also just a short drive from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Big Sur and Point Lobos State Reserve as well as from Pebble Beach and Monterey Peninsula Airport.
La Playa Hotel & Cottages-by-the-Sea
P.O. Box 900
Camino Real at Eighth Ave.
Carmel, CA 93921
(831) 624-6476
laplayahotel.com/
The Cypress Inn
Situated just a few feet away from Ocean Avenue, the picturesque Mediterranean pet-friendly hotel features a lush garden courtyard. Owned by Doris Day and Dennis LeVett, the property is decorated with old Hollywood memorabilia and offers 44 elegantly appointed rooms and suites. Guest rooms provide flat screen televisions, plush bathrobes, upscale bath amenities, evening turndown service and free wireless Internet access. Additional luxury amenities include complimentary continental breakfast and evening complimentary cream sherry. If traveling with your pet, blankets and bowls are available for your convenience. Work out in the gym or treat yourself to a therapeutic massage or facial. Linger over afternoon tea, savor a gourmet meal or unwind with a signature martini in Terry's Lounge. Everyone is welcome to gather in the large living room and relax in front of the cozy seven-foot fireplace or meet in the garden courtyard and sit near the warm outdoor fireplace. Located a few blocks from a pet-friendly beach as well as several galleries and restaurants, the charming hotel is ideal for a weekend getaway or an extended holiday.
The Cypress Inn
P.O. Box Y
Lincoln & 7th
Carmel-by-the-sea, CA 93921
(800) 443-7443
cypress-inn.com
Tradewinds Carmel
The luxury boutique hotel is conveniently located a short walk away from the Carmel Plaza as well as from the art galleries and restaurants of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Featured in "Architectural Digest," the property displays a fusion of Asian, Balinese and tropical design. The 28 elegant guest rooms offer stylish furnishings, 100 percent Egyptian cotton linens feather beds, Kimono robes, spa slippers and organic Aveda bath amenities. Most accommodations also provide a fireplace and ocean views. Before going out to explore the area, enjoy a continental breakfast buffet served either your guest room or the Catlin Room. The concierge will be happy to arrange for tours, organize recreational activities or make restaurant reservations for you.
Tradewinds Carmel
Mission Street at Third Avenue
Carmel, CA 93921
(800) 624-6665
tradewindscarmel.com/index.html
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