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1. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey

Wegdan

CA $354

CA $419 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy

2. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

New Monterey

Robert

CA $516

CA $594 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

3. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

Ester

CA $236

CA $284 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

4. Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur

George

CA $387

CA $436 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer

3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

5. Post Ranch Inn

Posts

Stacey

CA $3,539

CA $3,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

6. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey

Deborah

CA $332

CA $441 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

7. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Posts

Christopher G

CA $3,216

CA $3,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

8. The Monterey Hotel

Downtown Monterey

Timothy

CA $171

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace

9. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Downtown Monterey

Cheryl

CA $275

CA $320 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

10. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey

Gordon

CA $293

CA $388 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Seaside

Omer

CA $309

CA $382 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

12. Pacific Inn

Casanova Oak Knoll

Gabrielle

CA $152

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

13. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Marina

Lizzet

CA $105

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

14. The Quail

Carmel

Gordon

CA $441

CA $558 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

15. Stargazer Hotel

Monterey Vista

Marlene C

CA $157

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

16. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

New Monterey

Qianfang

CA $507

CA $584 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

42-inch TV with cable channels, fireplace

17. Hotel Pacific

Downtown Monterey

Trevor

CA $252

CA $296 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

18. Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Beach Tract

Lori

CA $208

CA $237 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Couples treatment rooms, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages

19. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

Adrian

CA $492

CA $631 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

20. The Stevenson Monterey

Downtown Monterey

DEBORAH

CA $188

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Where to stay in Big Sur

Find the best Big Sur areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.Learn more about Big Sur

A coastal landscape with a cliff, ocean waves, and a clear sky.

Lucia

You'll enjoy the mountain views and seaside views in Lucia. You might want to make time for a stop at Limekiln State Park or New Camaldoli Hermitage.

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Big Sur Village

If you're spending some time in Big Sur Village, Andrew Molera State Park and Los Padres National Forest are top sights worth seeing.

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A coastal landscape with a mountain range, dense greenery, and a clear view of the ocean.

A coastal landscape with a wooden deck overlooking the sea, dense green forest, and distant mountains.

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A glass observation tower overlooking a coastal landscape with a view of the ocean and a grassy hillside.

A coastal landscape with dense greenery and a view of the ocean.

Posts

If you're spending some time in Posts, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Los Padres National Forest are top sights worth seeing.

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Stay near popular Big Sur attractions

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

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

9.4/10 (835 reviews)

Hike, camp or picnic among the redwood trees, waterfalls and dramatic coastal cliffs that have inspired artists, poets and writers for the past century.

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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 a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Pfeiffer Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Big Sur. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside, or seek out the hiking trails.

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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)

After visiting Big Sur Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside, or seek out the yoga studios.

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A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a waterfall.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

9.4/10 (100 reviews)

You can take time to visit Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Amble around the area's seaside, or seek out its hiking trails.

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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)

Walk to this pretty waterfall, stand at viewpoints with superb coastal views and spot varied wildlife in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

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A coastal landscape with waves, cliffs, and a clear sky.

Sand Dollar Beach

8.8/10 (91 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sand Dollar Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside, or seek out the hiking trails.

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A beach with waves, rocky shore, and cliffs.

Andrew Molera State Park

9.2/10 (10 reviews)

You can take time to visit Andrew Molera State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

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A rusted cylindrical structure with an arched entrance in a forest.

Limekiln State Park

7.2/10 (13 reviews)

You can take time to visit Limekiln State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the hiking trails.

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Learn more about Big Sur

Towering redwoods meet dramatic sea cliffs along Highway 1, where pullouts reveal jaw-dropping Pacific views. Hike to McWay Falls in the morning when fog lifts, then grab lunch at Nepenthe where locals insist you sit on the outdoor deck.

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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

The Stevenson Monterey

8/10 Good

"Very clean great friendly caring staff"

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

8/10 Good

"The lobby is beautiful, inviting, and exceptionally well maintained. The outdoor lounge area with the fireplace was also a highlight and a great place to relax and unwind. The location is the hotel’s strongest feature. It’s perfect for exploring Old Monterey, with Fisherman’s Wharf just steps away and Cannery Row within walking distance. There are also many nearby restaurants, cafés, and bakeries, making it easy to enjoy coffee, pastries, or a meal without needing to drive. The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. However, the front desk staff did not provide a warm or welcoming experience during either check-in or check-out. Since these moments shape a guest’s first and last impression, a friendlier and more engaging approach would significantly improve the overall experience. The shower had low water pressure, and the temperature was difficult to regulate, which made for a less comfortable experience. The $30 parking fee (including taxes) feels quite expensive, especially for multi-night stays. It would also be helpful to provide clearer parking instructions before arrival, as the structure is not very intuitive. At check-in, guests should be informed about what to do if the garage is full and how to return the parking key at check-out. Unfortunately, this information was not provided. I had to step out of the car to ask for assistance while my husband waited inside, but clearer communication would have made both arrival and departure much smoother."

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent

"Todo está muy bien"

Pacific Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet and close to the Aquarium! Very friendly staff!"

Bay Breeze Inn

8/10 Good

"The room was much better than we expected. It was relatively clean and large. The two queen beds were great. However our stay was a bit noisy due to the presence of birds outside of our unit all night. The shampoo bottle was empty for our showers. There were no one in the office when we checked out. Parking was very convenient."

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Vagabond Inn Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"Everything went well but the check in. So check is 3pm and we just got off the plane and drove straight to the hotel and yes we were 1/2 hour early. So she had rooms available but she waited till 3 to give us the keys. Yes rules are rules and yes we were 1/2 hour early. If you have the rooms available just check us in and give us the keys"

Stargazer Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay"

Sand Castle Inn

8/10 Good

"Room was exactly like the photos. Only complaint was that we were put in the room directly next to the laundry room and the walls are thin so we could constantly hear noise. AC worked very well once and the water heated up nicely. Overall, nice stay."