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Recommended hotels in Big Sur

A rustic lodge with a sign reading "BIG SUR LODGE" and a signboard advertising beer flights and rotating craft.

1. Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Sur
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
$178 nightly
The price is $202
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Big Sur Lodge
A coastal building with a white fence, red flowers, and a view of the ocean.

2. Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge
3.0 star property
Lucia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (224 reviews)
"Property is well kept. Room was clean and nicely decorated. Towels were soft, they seemed brand new. Choice of tea and coffee was superb. Definitely will stay here again. Oh and the view…breathtaking!"
United States
Nicoletta
$227 nightly
The price is $252
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Lucia 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, (46 reviews)
"Clean room, super friendly staff."
United States
Yadira
$1,975 nightly
The price is $2,194
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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
$1,880 nightly
The price is $2,089
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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, (331 reviews)
"Love this place!"
Mexico
Jessica
$170 nightly
The price is $190
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Hidden Valley Inn
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.

6. The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds, great amenities, room are spotless."
United States
hengameh
$306 nightly
The price is $343
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
The Quail
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, (1,004 reviews)
"The location of the property was excellent. Friendly staff and clean rooms."
United States
Chuck
$179 nightly
The price is $201
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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.

8. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,871 reviews)
"great location"
United States
zoe
$164 nightly
The price is $186
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

9. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,828 reviews)
"Great breakfast and nice location."
United States
Chienyuan
$170 nightly
The price is $192
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Bay View Inn
A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

10. Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Check-in was quick and easy and the staff was very helpful."
United States
Yolanda
$215 nightly
The price is $242
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Normandy Inn
A stone-walled hot tub with metal railings, surrounded by a stone wall and wooden beams.

11. Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast and wine and cheese at 4:30 were both yummy. Really enjoyed the location and friendly staff."
United States
Nadia
$233 nightly
The price is $263
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Coachman's Inn, A Four Sisters 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, (1,071 reviews)
"Nice quaint motel only 5 minute walk from beautiful sunset walk along the ocean."
United States
Eric
$185 nightly
The price is $209
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Sunset Inn
A wooden sign for Candlelight Inn with a 'VACANCY' label.

13. Candle Light Inn

Candle Light Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Jose
$279 nightly
The price is $315
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Candle Light 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, (1,170 reviews)
$184 nightly
The price is $207
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Pebbles Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

15. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,877 reviews)
"clean rooms, lots of parking"
United States
Dannielle
$74 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.

16. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Location is very good."
United States
Nan
$144 nightly
The price is $161
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and dense green foliage.

17. Andril Fireplace Cottages

Andril Fireplace Cottages
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (719 reviews)
$185 nightly
The price is $214
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Andril Fireplace Cottages
A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a plate of grapes and fruit.

18. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
3.5 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,160 reviews)
$129 nightly
The price is $145
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.

19. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
2.5 star property
San Simeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,375 reviews)
"Super chill/relaxing stay. This is me and my girl’s new favorite place to stay on the central coast…cheers!"
United States
John
$94 nightly
The price is $106
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

20. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,564 reviews)
$179 nightly
The price is $204
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Victorian Inn
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

8/10 Good
"Photos are misleading, we stayed in the Queen Bed lodge and only this and the reception images are applicable. It was a simple typical motel style, chair & table, TV, bed and bathroom, no extra space and breakfast was not laid out like shown, instead bagels, toaster, some hot & cold drinks in reception was breakfast which you take back to your room. Watch out if you drive to the other side of the road, there are tree roots lifting the brick weave and it is not marked, only when you drive over and hear crunch noise, do you notice the lack of clearance in a car. Otherwise perfect location, 5-10 min walk down the road to restaurants, longer walk or short drive to the coast to watch the sea otters or sunset. Parking for the room just outside no no dragging bags we had at some other places."
sarah 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Find out more about Big Sur

Big Sur Hostels information

Number of reviews
10,716
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$85
Highest Price
$2,194

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: 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 Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay - 23.7 mi (38.1 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace at this motel. Carmel Mission Inn - 19.7 mi (31.6 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Located within a 20-minute walk of Monterey Bay and Fisherman's Wharf. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this motel. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa - 22.9 mi (36.9 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Located steps from Lovers Point. 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 Los Padres National Forest. 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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