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Our top choices for Big Sur motels

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

1. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic place, highly recommended"
United States
Giacomo
The price is CA $287
CA $320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A house with a distinctive orange door, a small porch, and a view of hills in the background.

2. Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (302 reviews)
"Great location and looks to be newly remodeled with great attention to detail. Very cute decor!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is CA $251
CA $280 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Contenta Inn
A spacious living room with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

3. Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The King Suite was spacious and comfortable with unique quality furniture. Parking on site and walking distance to shops and restaurants. Very quiet neighborhood, Polite staff, good amenities, reasonable and competitive rates."
United States
Don
The price is CA $156
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Carmel Inn And Suites
A wooden sign for a resort inn with a 'No Vacancy' sign above it.

4. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"so cute would stay again"
United States
stephanie
The price is CA $145
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carmel Resort Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,202 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Julio
The price is CA $93
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A building with a blue dolphin sculpture surrounded by purple flowers.

6. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"It was clean and comfortable for a great price. Free parking"
United States
william
The price is CA $84
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Padre Oaks
A spacious lobby with large windows, a colorful striped floor, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

7. Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"The staff is excellent, the rooms very clean and"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is CA $151
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

8. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,900 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is CA $101
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stargazer Hotel
A building with a tiled roof, a door labeled 'OFFICE,' and a sign indicating '1013 OPEN.'

9. Motel 8 Soledad

Motel 8 Soledad
Soledad
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
"The staff were very nice and helpful rooms were clean. Lots of parking. I highly recommend staying at this motel."
United States
Maria
The price is CA $94
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Motel 8 Soledad
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

10. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,907 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
The price is CA $105
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Pacific Inn
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and indoor seating area.

11. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,099 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Douglas
The price is CA $82
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
El Castell Hotel
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

12. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"We loved the landscaping & the mattresses were very comfortable."
United States
Jessica
The price is CA $99
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Monterey Bay Lodge
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and dense green foliage.

13. Andril Fireplace Cottages

Andril Fireplace Cottages
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (723 reviews)
"Great property Very enjoyable quiet stay Highly recommend"
United States
Gregory
The price is CA $264
CA $306 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Andril Fireplace Cottages
A rocky coastline with a tree and ocean waves.

14. Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages

Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
2.5 star property
Beach Tract
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,170 reviews)
"Fantastic stay! Amazing room! Comfortable beds Perfect parking , Great location, Highly recommend this Beautiful hotel."
United States
Diana
The price is CA $132
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a large window with blinds.

15. Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn
2.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,512 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room. Easy parking too."
United States
Antoinette
The price is CA $123
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Lovers Point Inn
A residential area with a narrow pathway flanked by blue flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges, leading to houses with red roofs.

16. Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Pleasant stay here we enjoyed our 2 nights here, we will definitely be coming back!!"
United States
David
The price is CA $166
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Bide-A-Wee Inn
A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

17. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,335 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
United States
Joseph
The price is CA $95
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Monterey Surf Inn
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore. There are houses and trees in the background.

18. Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Evelyn
The price is CA $125
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Deer Haven Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

19. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Yasmeen
The price is CA $112
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Stage Coach Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

20. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"Clean rooms, excellent staff, parking easy and safe"
Canada
Victoria
The price is CA $90
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Pelican Inn Monterey
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Pacific Grove was lovely, and I had an amazing stay."
Dwight 2-night trip
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Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

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Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
13,569
Accommodation
66 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $95
Highest Price
CA $320

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What is the nightly rate for a motel in Big Sur?
You can find a great deal from CA $95 on Big Sur motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Big Sur motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a Big Sur motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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