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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, (206 reviews)
"All I can say is, it was a beautiful view!"
United States
Kelly
$334 nightly
The price is $371
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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, (1,002 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, (44 reviews)
"This property is amazing for the views, peace & tranquility,"
United States
Stacey
$2,459 nightly
The price is $2,730
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Post Ranch Inn
A coastal landscape with a waterfall, beach, and clear blue waters.

4. Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres

Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres
Posts
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Great spot, beautiful views, well-appointed home."
United States
Anonymous traveler
$3,181 nightly
The price is $3,476
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres
A wooden pergola with steps leading to a covered area, surrounded by greenery and a pathway.

5. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur
4.5 star property
Posts
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (345 reviews)
"Fantastic spot, great restaurant, even better views."
United States
Christopher G
$2,007 nightly
The price is $2,230
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Alila Ventana Big Sur
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

6. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good location."
United States
Carolina
$263 nightly
The price is $293
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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.

7. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,861 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
$187 nightly
The price is $211
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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.

8. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful location between the mountains and sea."
United States
Sandra
$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.

9. The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Great service and the hotel was very pleasant. Claudia from guest services helped a lot to make our stay enjoyable."
Mexico
Juan Antonio
$355 nightly
The price is $398
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
The Quail
A wooden deck with a chair and a railing.

10. Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport
2.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Stay was very comfotable"
United States
Parwaiz
$164 nightly
The price is $186
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport
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, (1,799 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Gabrielle
$105 nightly
The price is $120
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
A coastal scene with a building on a rocky outcrop, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.

12. Sunset Inn

Sunset Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,080 reviews)
"Solid place to stay!"
United States
Nicole
$179 nightly
The price is $202
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Sunset Inn
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

13. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,185 reviews)
"Loved our view and the breakfast was a nice touch!"
United States
Sonia
$184 nightly
The price is $207
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Castle Inn
A house with a view of the ocean, a garden with rocks and plants, and a clear blue sky.

14. Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,157 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean, breakfast was perfect and filling, the view was 10/10"
United States
Samantha
$204 nightly
The price is $230
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Pebbles Inn
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden deck, and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.

15. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,117 reviews)
"Great location & very nice motel."
United States
Kristen
$97 nightly
The price is $111
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
El Castell Motel
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

16. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to crash in the Monterey area if you're on a budget and last minute plans. It has all the basic amenities covered, rooms were clean and in great condition. We had a pleasant stay, will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Shreyes
$108 nightly
The price is $123
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A spacious lobby with large windows, a colorful striped floor, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

17. Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (989 reviews)
"Clean rooms ,staff was great helping with any needs, very nice restaurant next door."
United States
Ted
$124 nightly
The price is $138
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
A sign for Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites, surrounded by a stone wall and landscaping.

18. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful!"
United States
EJ
$150 nightly
The price is $168
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
A residential area with a narrow pathway flanked by blue flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges, leading to houses with red roofs.

19. Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"I would highly recommend this property and will definitely return when next visiting the Monterey area. The little cottage rooms are so quaint and the location was excellent, a short walk to the beach and Pacific Grove downtown and the Monarch Pub, which in my opinion, has the best Fish and Chips in the area!"
United States
Michelle
$153 nightly
The price is $174
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Bide-A-Wee Inn
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

20. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"it is a very beautiful place to stay very clean bed very comfortable same as the pillows all excellent"
United States
Luisa Veronica
$111 nightly
The price is $127
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Padre Oaks
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"The hotel was clean and comfortable, although a bit noisy. It was not convenient to get in and out of the parking lot, although being so close to Carmel is great. The staff was very helpful, and we enjoyed our stay."
Denise 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Carmel Mission Inn

Find out more about Big Sur

Big Sur Hostels information

Number of reviews
10,501
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$111
Highest Price
$3,476

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: Alila Ventana Big Sur - 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from the heart of Big Sur. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this lodge. Post Ranch Inn - 3.4 mi (5.5 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. Lucia Lodge - 22.4 mi (36 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Located within a 20-minute walk of Monterey Bay and Fisherman's Wharf. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an indoor pool at this motel. 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 restaurant at this motel. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa - 22.9 mi (36.9 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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