Pfeiffer Beach Tours

Pfeiffer Beach
Photo by Ashlie Thornburg Freeberg
Photo by Ashlie Thornburg Freeberg
Photo by Aileen Yosuico
Photo by Aileen Yosuico
Photo by Antonio Günther
Photo by Antonio Günther
Photo by Meg Faller
Photo by Meg Faller
The kids will sleep soundly after frolicking by the water at Pfeiffer Beach. Look for washed up treasures, stick a toe in the water or throw a Frisbee around!

You'll have sightseeing choices galore when visiting Big Sur. Pfeiffer Beach is a good place to begin here, but there are loads of other interesting spots to explore. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Andrew Molera State Park, and Big Sur Discovery Center are near the stretch of coastline and will top off your day nicely.

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Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn

2.5 out of 5
Grove Acres
Price was $363, price is now $265 per person
$265
per person
Jan 22 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Las Vegas (LAS) to Monterey (MRY)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
We literally came to feel safe and we totally did. Great job with the firepit area too. Also, super kind staff. When we needed extra towels, the cleaning lady was so kind to give us some and the smile went a long way.

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Gosby House Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Gosby House Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

3.5 out of 5
Town Center
Price was $513, price is now $367 per person
$367
per person
Jan 22 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Las Vegas (LAS) to Monterey (MRY)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Staff friendly and courteous!

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Economy Inn Monterey

Economy Inn Monterey

2.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,196, price is now $859 per person
$859
per person
Dec 24 - Dec 28
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Las Vegas (LAS) to Monterey (MRY)
4/10 (361 reviews)
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Popular places to visit

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park which includes mountains, general coastal views and landscape views

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

4.5/5(540 reviews)

Hike, camp or picnic among the redwood trees, waterfalls and dramatic coastal cliffs that have inspired artists, poets and writers for the past century.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
On our last day in Big Sur and in Cali, we wanted to *hit the beach*. This was one of the closer ones to our campsite and was well worth the little hike! It was covered in cool driftwood sculptures and this amazing view. #LifeAtExpedia

Andrew Molera State Park

You can take time to visit Andrew Molera State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

Andrew Molera State Park
Point Sur Lighthouse which includes farmland

Point Sur State Historic Park

Explore the great outdoors at Point Sur State Historic Park, a lovely green space in Carmel. Amble around the area's seaside, or seek out its hiking trails.

Point Sur State Historic Park
Point Sur Lighthouse featuring mountains, landscape views and general coastal views

Point Sur Lighthouse

Spot sea life and admire the breathtaking coastal scenery of the Big Sur region from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse.

Point Sur Lighthouse
Partington Cove featuring mountains and rocky coastline

Partington Cove

5/5(1 review)

Follow a winding trail through a scenic canyon to a remote bay, which served as a loading harbor for tanbark in the late 1800s.

Partington Cove
Partington Cove which includes forests, hiking or walking and general coastal views

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

4.5/5(38 reviews)

You can take time to visit Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Amble around the area's seaside, or seek out its hiking trails.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

Best Lodging Options Near Pfeiffer Beach

Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge

3 out of 5
47225 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
Big Sur Lodge
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

4.5 out of 5
48123 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

4 out of 5
120 Highland Dr, Carmel, CA
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
One Old Ranch Road, Carmel, CA
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Quail

The Quail

4 out of 5
8205 VALLEY GREENS DRIVE, Carmel, CA
The Quail
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

3 out of 5
26600 Oliver Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, CA
Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

2.5 out of 5
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA
Carmel Bay View Inn
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