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Recommended hotels in Big Sur

A coastal building with a white fence, red flowers, and a view of the ocean.

1. Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge
2.5 star property
Lucia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (209 reviews)
"All I can say is, it was a beautiful view!"
United States
Kelly
$360 nightly
The price is $400
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Lucia Lodge
A rustic lodge with a sign reading "BIG SUR LODGE" and a signboard advertising beer flights and rotating craft.

2. Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Sur
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved our stay!! Only dropped one star because our dinner on site was blah - recommend staying - but leave if you want a restaurant!"
Canada
Carolyn
Big Sur Lodge
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a large window overlooking a scenic view, and comfortable seating.

3. Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn
5.0 star property
Posts
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Clean room, super friendly staff."
United States
Yadira
$2,525 nightly
The price is $2,803
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Post Ranch Inn
A wooden pergola with steps leading to a covered area, surrounded by greenery and a pathway.

4. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur
4.5 star property
Posts
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (346 reviews)
"Fantastic spot, great restaurant, even better views."
United States
Christopher G
$2,050 nightly
The price is $2,277
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Alila Ventana Big Sur
An outdoor deck with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

5. Hidden Valley Inn

Hidden Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (326 reviews)
"Property was quiet and separated from other commercial facilities. It was a great place to relax and enjoy."
United States
Dave
$145 nightly
The price is $161
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hidden Valley Inn
An outdoor patio area with a central fire feature surrounded by tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

6. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful room and hotel"
United States
Cory
$178 nightly
The price is $200
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Ragged Point Inn and Resort
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

7. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,856 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
$201 nightly
The price is $227
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.

8. The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff that always makes the stay special."
United States
William
$355 nightly
The price is $398
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Quail
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden deck, and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.

9. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,097 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Justin
$96 nightly
The price is $110
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
El Castell Motel
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

10. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,671 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay with a good location"
United States
Abraham
$339 nightly
The price is $391
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

11. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,818 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, great location!"
United States
Walter
$106 nightly
The price is $121
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

12. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
$86 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Padre Oaks
A coastal scene with a building on a rocky outcrop, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.

13. Sunset Inn

Sunset Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,064 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay, very clean and quite. Managers were very nice."
United States
Paula
$153 nightly
The price is $173
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Sunset Inn
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

14. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,184 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the price was good."
United States
Deborah
$184 nightly
The price is $207
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Castle Inn
A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

15. Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Awesome stay!"
United States
Michael
$236 nightly
The price is $266
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Normandy Inn
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a fireplace, a TV, a bed, and a bathroom visible in the background.

16. Fisherman's Cove Inn

Fisherman's Cove Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (237 reviews)
"We love this place! It’s very clean and cozy, and the family who runs the inn are friendly and helpful. We had the best night of sleep during our 12 days of trip, very quiet outside. Good location, near the point of watching seals and sea lions. Highly recommended!"
United States
Xuanxuan
$92 nightly
The price is $106
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Fisherman's Cove Inn
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

17. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,187 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean and updated."
United States
Melissa
$78 nightly
The price is $89
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Castle Inn
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

18. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,786 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Gretchen
$223 nightly
The price is $251
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Bay View Inn
A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

19. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,553 reviews)
"This was a dream stay, breakfast, location, clean, and friendly atmosphere."
United States
Sandy
$209 nightly
The price is $238
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Victorian Inn
A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a plate of grapes and fruit.

20. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
3.5 star property
San Simeon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,113 reviews)
"Staff was friendly with great customer service and the location on the beach was a plus."
United States
Cindy
$135 nightly
The price is $153
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

8/10 Good
"Clean room and easy to find. The only thing is that it’s next to two roads and can have road noises in the morning."
Ruidi 1-night trip
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The Stevenson Monterey

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Big Sur Hostels information

Number of reviews
12,783
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$89
Highest Price
$2,803

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Big Sur?
Our customers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable nightly rates: Big Sur Lodge - 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from the heart of Big Sur. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this lodge. Lucia Lodge - 22.4 mi (36 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Located within a 5-minute walk of 17-Mile Drive. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Post Ranch Inn - 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Located within a 20-minute walk of Monterey Bay. Property features at this motel include free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Alila Ventana Big Sur - 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and multilingual staff. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay - 23.7 mi (38.1 km) from the heart of Big Sur. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Big Sur?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Big Sur is 20 inches.
What is there to see and do in Big Sur?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate these things around Big Sur. Get out into nature with places like Pfeiffer Beach, McWay Falls, and Sand Dollar Beach. Cultural attractions include Molera Ranch House Museum. Additional attractions include Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Andrew Molera State Park, and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
What's the best way to get to and around Big Sur while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Big Sur on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from the city center. Another option is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 29.7 mi (47.8 km) away.

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