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Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur

Bask in the serenity of this nature lodge, just a seven-minute drive from pristine beaches, with whale watching and hiking trails nearby.

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4 Aug - 5 Aug

Post Ranch Inn

Posts

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Alila Ventana Big Sur

Posts

includes taxes & fees

24 Jul - 25 Jul

Sunset Inn

Grove Acres

Tranquil ocean retreat with easy beach access and sunset views, complete with warming fireplaces for cosy coastal evenings.

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

Monterey

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pacific Inn

Casanova Oak Knoll

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

Padre Oaks

Monterey Vista

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21 Jul - 22 Jul

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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages

8/10 Good

"decent place at a good location"

The Monterey Hotel

8/10 Good

"Our room was clean and the bed comfortable. This is an older property so you have to realize some parts are historic and don’t have amenities you might find in most newer properties. Our room didn’t have a/c. They did have fans and we could open the window. It was cooler outside so our room never got too hot. The historic portion might require some stairs off the elevator where a luggage cart can’t go. The staff were friendly and helpful. There was coffee, tea & hot cocoa available in the morning in the parlor off the lobby. The lobby had couches, a little book lending library. There was a table & chairs if you wanted to play games. We only wished it had a TV to watch the Workd Cup. The price was right for our budget. It was conveniently near the ward, the plaza, restaurants, bars and a great walking path."

Hotel Pacific

8/10 Good

"Hotel Pacific, as you may notice at times, is a budget friendly hotel, though through photos and description it sounds very grand. I stayed here many years ago and it was a wonderful stay, catering to unique and unusual amenities in the room. To bring it back to present day, some of the approach to the type of hotel stay this establishment was originally intended to be remains. Things like the fire places, the views, the style, some of the room sizes & layouts. However, they have now swayed into budget friendly, for their own selves and at times that is relayed onto the customer through the prices for the stay but not always. There is minimal staff presence in general. Ex- There is no assistance with bags upon check-in, only a cart guests can push themselves. The parking is on-site, below one of the buildings and is very tight. I checked in on my last stay at about 10pm due to travel. Upon check in I paid just voer $25 for a parking space. Reasonable. What was not reasonable was that there literally was only ONE space in the entire parking garage - and it was a handicap space. Unfortunately, I had to park in it though I am not handicap. The rooms are only as clean as they can get given no recent upgrades or renovation. The bedding is clean and semi-up to date. The bathrooms have some minor issues, are functioning but they are not perfect. As far as balconies, some technically have a balcony but not one you’d care to use. Still nice but not what is advertised."

Stargazer Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay at the Stargazer Hotel! The room was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our family. We stayed in the family room with three beds, which was amazing and made our stay so much more convenient. The only downside was the limited parking. Several of the covered parking spaces had furniture stored in them, which appeared to be due to room renovations, leaving fewer spots available for guests. Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful time in Monterey. Thank you, Stargazer Hotel, for a great experience!"

Frequently asked questions

What is Big Sur like for travellers who love the beach?

Known for its hiking trails, Big Sur offers a lot for the traveller planning a getaway.

When's the best time for a beach holiday in Big Sur?

Plan your trip to the beach with a look at weather throughout the year in Big Sur: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Big Sur is 496 mm.

What is there to see and do around Big Sur?

After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to McWay Falls or Sand Dollar Beach for some quality time by the water. Take advantage of the area's hiking trails, and make time for local attractions such as Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Pfeiffer Beach. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Andrew Molera State Park or Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Big Sur?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Big Sur with ease. Make your way to Big Sur with a flight to Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), the closest major airport which is located 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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Our top choices for Big Sur beach hotels

Big Sur Lodge

Post Ranch Inn

Alila Ventana Big Sur

Sunset Inn

Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

Carmel Mission Inn

Pacific Inn

Padre Oaks

Sand Castle Inn

The Quail

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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

Hotel Pacific

Stargazer Hotel

Post Ranch Inn

Alila Ventana Big Sur

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