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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
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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, (1,000 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)
"This property is amazing for the views, peace & tranquility,"
United States
Stacey
$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
$2,595 nightly
The price is $2,880
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Alila Ventana Big Sur
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

5. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful location and very dog friendly"
United States
Lorraine
$249 nightly
The price is $277
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

6. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,863 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
$173 nightly
The price is $196
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn
An outdoor patio area with a central fire feature surrounded by tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

7. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Lovely place. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Juana
$209 nightly
The price is $235
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Ragged Point Inn and Resort
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, (1,009 reviews)
"Great staff that always makes the stay special."
United States
William
$355 nightly
The price is $398
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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, (2,104 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Justin
$93 nightly
The price is $106
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
El Castell Motel
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

10. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
$77 nightly
The price is $89
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Padre Oaks
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
$79 nightly
The price is $91
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

12. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,194 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean and updated."
United States
Melissa
$74 nightly
The price is $84
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Castle Inn
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a fireplace, a TV, a bed, and a bathroom visible in the background.

13. Fisherman's Cove Inn

Fisherman's Cove Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (236 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
$87 nightly
The price is $100
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Fisherman's Cove Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

14. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Stage Coach is a nice quaint lodging and an easy ride to Monterrey attractions."
United States
Nils
$110 nightly
The price is $126
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stage Coach Lodge
A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.

15. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
2.5 star property
San Simeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,369 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms Good breakfast"
United States
George
$94 nightly
The price is $106
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

16. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,680 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay with a good location"
United States
Abraham
$341 nightly
The price is $393
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A street sign for Ocean Street, a building with a balcony, and a parked car.

17. Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea

Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (949 reviews)
"Such a cute place! We loved everything about it. The atmosphere, the comfort of the beds and room, and the helpful staff."
United States
Shannon
$190 nightly
The price is $214
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
A house with a view of the ocean, a garden with rocks and plants, and a clear blue sky.

18. Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,146 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean, breakfast was perfect and filling, the view was 10/10"
United States
Samantha
$200 nightly
The price is $225
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Pebbles Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

19. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,133 reviews)
"Value was excellent: clean, comfortable, easy parking, convenient location, instant hot water in shower, staff was very helpful and courteous."
United States
Bruce
$95 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A spacious kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a stone-tiled floor.

20. Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG
2.5 star property
New Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved it great location breakfast was nice!"
United States
Kaycee
$169 nightly
The price is $192
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Very good hotel and location"
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Monarch Resort

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Big Sur Hostels information

Number of reviews
10,836
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$84
Highest Price
$2,880

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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