Occupying several acres in the heart of residential Carmel, just two blocks from the beach and two blocks from Carmel's famed Ocean Avenue, the historic 75-room La Playa Hotel is Carmel's only full-service hotel and restaurant. Outdoor wedding ceremonies are held in the wrought iron gazebo set amid brick patios, a fountain, manicured lawns and award-winning gardens. Inside, tastefully appointed rooms accommodate 10-110 guests, with ocean or garden views, French doors, terraces and fireplaces.