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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
3.0 star property
Lucia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (221 reviews)
"The view is amazing!"
United States
Margaret
$227 nightly
The price is $252
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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)
"Love staying here!!"
United States
Amanda
$185 nightly
The price is $210
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
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, (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
$2,395 nightly
The price is $2,659
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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, (330 reviews)
"Love this place!"
Mexico
Jessica
$145 nightly
The price is $161
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff that always makes the stay special."
United States
William
$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, (1,001 reviews)
"Location, beauty, relaxability. Great food too!"
United States
JONATHAN
$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, (1,875 reviews)
"Loved our stay and will return!"
United States
Jessica
$183 nightly
The price is $208
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn
A coastal house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a stone pathway.

9. Bluebird Inn

Bluebird Inn
2.5 star property
Cambria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great rates, close to town and easy to park there!"
United States
Toni
$105 nightly
The price is $118
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Bluebird Inn
A building entrance with a check-in desk, a door marked 'OFFICE,' and potted plants.

10. Carmel Wayfarer Inn

Carmel Wayfarer Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location efficient check in parking"
United States
Walter
$144 nightly
The price is $161
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Wayfarer Inn
A sign for Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites, surrounded by a stone wall and landscaping.

11. Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Michael
$128 nightly
The price is $143
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites
A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.

12. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
2.5 star property
San Simeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,379 reviews)
"This is GO TO place on the Central Coast. Everybody and everting about this place is A-1."
United States
Tod
$94 nightly
The price is $106
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
A house with a view of the ocean, a garden with rocks and plants, and a clear blue sky.

13. Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,159 reviews)
"The location was amazing."
United States
Bonnie
$194 nightly
The price is $218
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Pebbles Inn
A coastal road with a sandy beach, rocky terrain, and various plants.

14. Cambria Shores Inn

Cambria Shores Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (865 reviews)
"Fantastic stay. The complimentary wine and brownie on arrival was a nice touch. The breakfast delivered to our room was great. Highly recommend staying here. We will definitely be back"
United States
catherine
$135 nightly
The price is $152
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Cambria Shores Inn
A coastal scene with a building on a rocky outcrop, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.

15. Sunset Inn

Sunset Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,065 reviews)
"Great property, great location! Really appreciated them accommodating a late night arrival. Would stay here again!!"
United States
Renee
$153 nightly
The price is $173
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Sunset Inn
A traditional Normanby Inn with a welcoming entrance, a staircase leading to the main building, and a well-maintained garden area.

16. Normandy Inn

Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Check-in was quick and easy and the staff was very helpful."
United States
Yolanda
$227 nightly
The price is $255
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Normandy Inn
A wooden sign for Candlelight Inn with a 'VACANCY' label.

17. Candle Light Inn

Candle Light Inn
3.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"A great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Jose
$311 nightly
The price is $350
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Candle Light Inn
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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,156 reviews)
"Nice place to stay!"
United States
Xiao
$131 nightly
The price is $148
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
A white building with arched windows and a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved courtyard.

19. El Colibri Hotel & Spa

El Colibri Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
Cambria
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was perfect"
United States
Borasy
$142 nightly
The price is $160
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
El Colibri Hotel & Spa
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, (1,563 reviews)
"This was a dream stay, breakfast, location, clean, and friendly atmosphere."
United States
Sandy
$179 nightly
The price is $204
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Victorian Inn
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Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful property!"
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Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

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Big Sur Hostels information

Number of reviews
12,724
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$106
Highest Price
$2,659

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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