Hotels in Big Sur

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A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.
A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and hanging spherical lights. Tables are arranged around a central seating area with a long bench.

1. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
$254
$301 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a large window overlooking a scenic view, and comfortable seating.
A modern wooden building with large glass windows overlooking a coastal landscape.
A restaurant with a wooden ceiling and large windows overlooking the ocean.
A modern spa area with a glass-enclosed hot tub, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

2. Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn
Posts
$2,525
$2,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Post Ranch Inn
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.
A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a glass bridge over water, and outdoor seating areas.
A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

3. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
$332
$383 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.
A hotel with a waterfall feature in the front garden, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and multiple seating arrangements.
A spacious lobby with a central wooden structure, comfortable seating, and a glass ceiling.

4. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
$246
$325 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.
A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.
A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.

5. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
$182
$220 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Carmel Mission Inn
A wooden pergola with steps leading to a covered area, surrounded by greenery and a pathway.
A multi-story wooden building with outdoor seating areas and a landscaped garden.
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A forested campsite with a yellow tent, a fire pit, and a picnic table.

6. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur
Posts
$1,955
$2,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Alila Ventana Big Sur
An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.
A person leaning over a pool with a drink, wearing a straw hat with "Hello Sunshine" on it.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a kitchen area with dark cabinets.

7. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Downtown Monterey
$220
$255 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
A historic hotel with arched windows and a classic facade.
A pier extending over calm water with boats docked nearby.
A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and a mountainous backdrop.
A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the outside.

8. The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
Downtown Monterey
$119
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Monterey Hotel
A spacious living area with a large view of the ocean, furnished with sofas, chairs, and tables.
A corridor with large windows overlooking the ocean, wooden flooring, and green upholstered chairs.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and hanging planters.
A coastal building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

9. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
$217
$286 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large TV screen.
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a central wooden table.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent glass facade and a sign reading "EMBASSY SUITES".
A spacious living area with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a wooden ceiling structure.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Seaside
$188
$231 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, a dining table with chairs, and a small side table with a vase of flowers.
A fenced outdoor area with artificial grass, a Pacific Inn Monterey sign, and a row of chairs.
A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a garage.

11. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
Casanova Oak Knoll
$87
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Pacific Inn
A courtyard with a fire pit, seating area, and a white wall with a balcony.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a table with a bottle of wine and glasses.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A hotel with a sign reading "HOTEL PACIFIC," featuring a modern architectural design with multiple balconies and a well-maintained garden area.

12. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
Downtown Monterey
$149
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Pacific
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "The Stevenson Monterey."
A reception desk with framed pictures, a clock, and a plant.
A motel with a two-story structure, a neon sign, and a clear entrance.

13. The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
Downtown Monterey
$103
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Stevenson Monterey
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.
A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of the sea, and hanging pendant lights.

14. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
New Monterey
$267
$309 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.
A garden with a gravel path, a row of empty glass jars, and a house in the background.
A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a sink, a mirror, and a built-in microwave.
A cozy, well-lit tent-style room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

15. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Mission Fields
$259
$288 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.
A serene pond reflecting trees and a building with outdoor seating.
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a mix of seating options including a long counter and a cushioned bench area.
A modern bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

16. The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
$315
$398 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Quail
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden deck, and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.
A motel with a sign, a paved driveway, and landscaped areas with various plants.
A building with a sign reading "OFFICE" and the number "2102" on the facade.

17. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
Casanova Oak Knoll
$89
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
El Castell Motel
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.
A small, enclosed room with a kitchenette, two chairs, a round table, and a coffee station.
A building with a blue 'Welcome' sign, a brick facade, and a landscaped entrance area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

18. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Marina
$70
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.
A marina with various boats docked in calm waters, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A modern building with multiple balconies overlooking a coastal view.
A modern living room with a round mirror, a dining table with fruit, a sofa, and a staircase with a railing.

19. Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
New Monterey
$310
$352 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Monterey Bay Inn
A patio with a fire pit, wooden chairs, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, stone wall, and a view of the ocean.
A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.
A coastal house with a stone facade, multiple decks, and a view of the sea.

20. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands
$402
$507 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
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Top neighborhoods in Big Sur

A coastal landscape with a cliff, ocean waves, and a clear sky.
Photo by Jen Reece

Lucia

The Lucia neighborhood offers attractions such as New Camaldoli Hermitage and Limekiln State Park.

Big Sur Village

Big Sur's Big Sur Village neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Andrew Molera State Park and Los Padres National Forest.

A coastal landscape with a mountain range, dense greenery, and a clear view of the ocean.
Photo by Mel Vin
A coastal landscape with a wooden deck overlooking the sea, dense green forest, and distant mountains.
Photo by Angie Guynn
Two people seated at a table with a scenic view of the ocean and mountains in the background.
Photo by Jason Karas
A glass observation tower overlooking a coastal landscape with a view of the ocean and a grassy hillside.
Photo by Lindsay Lovett
A coastal landscape with dense greenery and a view of the ocean.
Photo by Inis Hsieh

Posts

Big Sur's Posts neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Los Padres National Forest.

Top landmarks in Big Sur

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

9.4/10 (835 reviews)
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from central Big Sur, why not stop by during your stay.
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A beach with gentle waves, a distant rocky outcrop, and a mountain in the background.

Pfeiffer Beach

9.4/10 (259 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Pfeiffer Beach, located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from central Big Sur. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Wreck Beach.
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A coastal scene with a waterfall, rocky cliffs, and waves crashing onto the shore.

McWay Falls

9.2/10 (96 reviews)
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, McWay Falls is a spot you might want to check out, located 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from central Big Sur. Catch the sunset by the shore at McWay Beach, just a short walk away.
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A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a waterfall.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

9.4/10 (100 reviews)
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from central Big Sur, why not stop by during your stay.
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A coastal landscape with a prominent hill featuring a lighthouse and a beach.

Big Sur Station

9.2/10 (75 reviews)
Big Sur Station is worth a visit, located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from central Big Sur.
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A coastal landscape with waves, cliffs, and a clear sky.

Sand Dollar Beach

8.8/10 (91 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Sand Dollar Beach, located 30.5 mi (49 km) from central Big Sur.
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A beach with waves, rocky shore, and cliffs.
Photo by Aaron Messick

Andrew Molera State Park

9.2/10 (10 reviews)
Andrew Molera State Park is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from central Big Sur, why not stop by during your stay.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and a view of the ocean.
Photo by Brittany Bueno

McWay Cove

McWay Cove is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from central Big Sur, why not stop by during your stay.
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Learn more about Big Sur

Winding along the Pacific Coast Highway, you'll find yourself caught between mountains and sea in a landscape that defies belief. Bixby Bridge arches dramatically over a coastal canyon, providing the perfect photo opportunity. At Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, witness McWay Falls tumbling directly onto the beach below. Pfeiffer Beach rewards visitors with purple-tinged sand and massive rock formations with wave-carved keyholes. Los Padres National Forest offers hiking trails through ancient redwood groves where sunlight filters through in cathedral-like beams. Accommodations fill quickly, so book well ahead. Local tip: bring provisions as services are scarce along this magnificent stretch of coastline.

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A coastal landscape with turquoise waters, rocky cliffs, and a waterfall.

Check out reviews of Big Sur hotels guests love

The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome late afternoon pool staff excellent"
Matthew 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Stevenson Monterey
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location. Walking distance to the wharf. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Complimentary breakfast was amazing. Will definitely return. My family enjoyed the stay."
Belinda 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Pacific
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

8/10 Good
"The room was really clean and nice. The mattress was too hard."
Gina 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Monarch Resort
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Elite class resort. From the valet parking, to the bell service, to the housekeeping staff. Everything was top notch here. The rooms are gorgeous….spend a little extra for an ocean view. Restaurants are amazing and there’s even a complimentary bike rental for guests. I will definitely be back"
Michael 4-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The rooms were clean, nicely decorated, and the view from our room was amazing. Parking was a little bit challenging as I drive a tall SUV and did not fit in the parking garage, but we were able to find street parking close to the room. My wife said she would stay here again."
Lane 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Lovers Point Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

8/10 Good
"This is a large facility and we were fortunate to have a 4th floor room which has a nice (partial) view of the ocean. We were within walking distance of downtown Carmel which was very helpful; we could leave the car parked in front of the room. The room was comfortably large, not cramped at all. We liked having a luggage rack for both of us--that doesn't usually happen. The breakfast was very nice--both hot and cold foods. Being on the 4th floor, an elevator was extremely helpful."
Marcia 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Carmel Bay View Inn
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Location was perfect. Staff very helpful."
Mike 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Monterey Hotel
Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the exceptional experience. The room was immaculate, beautifully maintained, and provided a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. The ocean view was truly breathtaking and added an unforgettable touch to the entire stay. There was something special about being able to unwind while taking in the beauty of the ocean right from the room. Overall, this was an exceptional stay from beginning to end. The combination of the beautiful ocean views, pristine accommodations, convenient location, and outstanding service made it feel like a true luxury getaway. I would absolutely return and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a memorable and relaxing stay."
Bryan 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Lucia Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers like in Big Sur?
Guests like Post Ranch Inn and Alila Ventana Big Sur.
Can I book refundable accommodations in Big Sur?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Big Sur, most accommodations provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Big Sur if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 7 vacation homes.
What will the weather in Big Sur be like during my vacation?
September and August are typically the warmest months in Big Sur when the average temp is 61°F. February and March are the coldest months when the average temperature is 52°F. January and December are the months with the most rain.
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