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Tonight
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Tomorrow
17 Sept - 18 Sept
This weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept
Next weekend
25 Sept - 27 Sept

Our top choices for Big Sur beach hotels

Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

1. Big Sur Lodge

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.
Big Sur Lodge
Post House | Living area | Fireplace
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Combined shower/bathtub, deep-soaking bathtub, designer toiletries
Restaurant

2. Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn
Posts
Rp44.614.225
Rp49.525.301 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Post Ranch Inn
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed (Big Sur) | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

3. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur
Posts
Rp36.194.946
Rp42.060.825 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
Exterior

4. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Mission Fields
Rp4.388.980
Rp4.888.306 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Food and drink
Villa, Multiple Beds (Fairway, Suite) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Villa, Multiple Beds (Fairway, Suite) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
View from property

5. The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
Rp5.565.735
Rp7.033.486 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Quail
Courtyard
Restaurant
Interior entrance
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

6. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
Rp3.349.803
Rp4.026.393 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Carmel Mission Inn
Exterior
Beach nearby
Bar (on property)
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy

7. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
Rp5.867.875
Rp6.767.461 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Exterior

8. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
Casanova Oak Knoll
Rp1.560.611
Rp1.790.456 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
El Castell Motel
Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Exterior
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

9. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
Casanova Oak Knoll
Rp1.544.686
Rp1.772.486 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pacific Inn
Front of property
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Free daily continental breakfast

10. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
New Monterey
Rp3.168.995
Rp3.610.887 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Victorian Inn
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Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

10/10 Excellent
"parking. location is close to everything."
Nicci 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Pacific Inn
Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel

8/10 Good
"Everything was great"
sam 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Silver Surf Motel
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly, sincere employees who are customer focused!"
Anthony 7-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

8/10 Good
"A good place with a lot of potential, but they need to remove the stains from the carpets in all areas. Good breakfast. Good staff."
Katy 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Monarch Resort
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"atmosphere was very friendly and the staff was great."
Melvinj 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was perfect! The room, the property, the restaurant"
Melanie 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

10/10 Excellent
"would prefer not to give details"
donna 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Post Ranch Inn

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 Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park or Los Padres National Forest.
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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