Big Sur

Travel Guide
Bixby Bridge featuring general coastal views, a bridge and rugged coastline
If a place has one of the “best drives on earth”, you’d be mad not to check it out.

Big Sur is a 137-kilometre stretch of Californian coastline. It’s rugged, wild and spectacular — bucket list material. Take a car or motorbike around its winding route, or hike along streams in the valleys and wildflower fields, scanning for the best mountain vistas. If you’re patient, you might get a glimpse of some migrating sea life or birds of prey. Big Sur has cast its spell on many a big name (Jack Kerouac and Clint Eastwood for starters) let it work its magic on you.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$361 per night from 5 May to 6 May
S$361
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,950 reviews)
Great Hotel Stay
"Friendly staff, comfortable beds, and great location near Fisherman’s Wharf. Only concern is that the entrance to our section of the property had a sliding door that wasn’t working, and so it was left wide open. The nearby stairs led down to the plaza, so anyone could enter our portion of the building ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr,2024

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
4.5 out of 5
48123 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
The price is S$3,556 per night from 27 May to 28 May
S$3,556
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Big Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Big Sur ...
9/10 Wonderful! (332 reviews)
"I loved everything from the time we arrived to the time we left, and the staff was so polite. We will definitely be visiting again."

Reviewed on 4 Feb,2023

Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
Big Sur Lodge
Big Sur Lodge
3 out of 5
47225 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
Stay at this hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Pfeiffer ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (890 reviews)
"Excellent location in the woods."

Reviewed on 3 Apr,2024

Big Sur Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Little European Lodge
Little European Lodge
2.5 out of 5
45 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Carmel Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Talbotts Vineyards and Chock Rock Vineyard ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Lovely, quaint motel in the heart of Carmel Valley
"This very sweet motel is smack dab in the middle of Carmel Valley close to restaurants and wine tasting rooms. It is extremely convenient, safe, and comfortable. The staff go above and beyond to try to make your stay as wonderful as possible. They are very generous with Keurig pods, water, and little ..."

Reviewed on 24 Apr,2024

Little European Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5 Oct 2019

The drive and views are second to none. No wonder the road gets closed occasionally!