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Recommended hotels in Big Sur

Exterior

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
$356 nightly
The price is $396
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Lucia Lodge
Post House | Living area

2. 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
Exterior

3. 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
Exterior

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 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Beach

5. Oceanfront Retreats Big Sur Central

Oceanfront Retreats Big Sur Central
Posts
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Great spot, beautiful views, well-appointed home."
United States
Anonymous traveler
$3,183 nightly
The price is $3,478
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Oceanfront Retreats Big Sur Central
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

6. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 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
The Village House - Not Pet Friendly | View from room

7. 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
Courtyard

8. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,869 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
$212 nightly
The price is $239
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn
Food and drink

9. The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Great staff that always makes the stay special."
United States
William
$349 nightly
The price is $391
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Quail
Outdoor dining

10. 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
Indoor pool

11. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,107 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Justin
$96 nightly
The price is $110
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
El Castell Motel
Room, 1 King Bed

12. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,819 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, great location!"
United States
Walter
$104 nightly
The price is $119
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
Beach

13. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,186 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the price was good."
United States
Deborah
$174 nightly
The price is $196
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Castle Inn
Concierge desk

14. Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge

Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge
2.5 star property
Northwest Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great propery. Easy to walk to all shops and restaurants right in the center of town. Can watch sunset from the rooftop and see the ocean view. Staff on property so friendly and accommodating. Clean and modern rooms. Quiet too. Breakfast had a nice assortment. Thank you for a great stay"
United States
Brittany
$180 nightly
The price is $203
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Carmel's Town House Lodge
Beach

15. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,682 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
Garden view

16. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
$85 nightly
The price is $98
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Padre Oaks
Front of property

17. Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Awesome stay!"
United States
Michael
$248 nightly
The price is $280
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Normandy Inn
Balcony

18. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,788 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Gretchen
$269 nightly
The price is $303
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Bay View Inn
Property amenity

19. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 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
$99 nightly
The price is $112
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
Street view

20. 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)
"Close to the beach restaurants and shopping."
United States
Linda
$200 nightly
The price is $226
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Carmel By The Sea
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Everything about the property was very nice. Easy parking, easy in and out from the street, property only 2 stories, and quiet for the most part. Just a few overhead jets now and then. Front desk staff very helpful and accommodating. The rooms have recently been updated and have a nice modern feel to them. An overall great experience. Thank you."
Stephen 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Pacific Inn

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Big Sur Hostels information

Number of reviews
15,527
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$98
Highest Price
$3,478

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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