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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2801)
"Fantastic stay! Rooms and location were great!"
United States
Jose
$190 nightly
The price is $227
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1424)
"Great location and beautiful hotel. "
United States
Dawn
$314 nightly
The price is $363
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1485)
"Great stay!"
United States
Taylor
$177 nightly
The price is $206
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

4.0 star property
Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (421)
"Everything about the stay was perfect clean rooms beautiful views and helpful staff"
United States
James
$186 nightly
The price is $216
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (777)
"Luxurious, beautiful, elegant, and great for families with kids of all ages. "
United States
Carl
$370 nightly
The price is $417
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Quail

4.0 star property
Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Great place, nice and quiet golf course. "
United States
Nikolay
$225 nightly
The price is $254
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Quail

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1048)
"Very lovely location and friendly staff"
United States
Lisa
$199 nightly
The price is $232
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

La Playa Hotel

4.0 star property
Golden Rectangle
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"This property was outstanding highly recommend to all"
Canada
Rod
$418 nightly
The price is $476
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
La Playa Hotel

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (824)
"Great property!"
United States
Joanne
$284 nightly
The price is $320
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Stilwell Hotel

4.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (444)
"Spotless room, great location, amazing service, healthy delicious breakfast "
United States
Shaila
$352 nightly
The price is $397
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stilwell Hotel

Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

4.0 star property
Downtown Carmel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (359)
"Excellent clean hotel "
United States
megan
$320 nightly
The price is $361
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

4.5 star property
Carmel Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (648)
"Great stay, thank you"
United States
Phil
$505 nightly
The price is $567
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Bernardus Lodge & Spa

Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (180)
"One of my best stays. "
United States
Sunit
$296 nightly
The price is $332
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn

L Auberge Carmel

4.5 star property
Golden Rectangle
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (554)
"Wonderful place to stay! Highly recommend. Very kind and accommodating staff!"
United States
Amanda
$384 nightly
The price is $438
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
L Auberge Carmel

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

4.0 star property
Golden Rectangle
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (162)
"Super lovely and charming place! Would highly recommend, and will most definitely come back!"
United States
Edgar
$334 nightly
The price is $377
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave

Martine Inn

4.0 star property
Retreat
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (524)
"Incredible views and wonderful stay!"
United States
David
$201 nightly
The price is $228
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Martine Inn

Villa Mara Carmel

4.0 star property
Carmel Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (170)
"Robert Johnathon and Andre were great. We loved our stay. So special "
United States
John
$468 nightly
The price is $525
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Mara Carmel

Hotel 1110 - Adults Only

4.0 star property
Oak Grove
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Such an awesome hotel a hidden gem and the roof bar is amazing. We love it here. "
United States
Amy
$119 nightly
The price is $141
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel 1110 - Adults Only

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

4.5 star property
Posts
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (338)
"Alway a beautiful place to stay at. The staff is exceptional in all areas. "
United States
Michael
$1,995 nightly
The price is $2,216
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

Old Monterey Inn

4.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"Property was clean and staff was welcoming! Would definitely come again! "
United States
Sam
$355 nightly
The price is $403
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Old Monterey Inn
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Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

47900 Highway 1 Big Sur CA
$2,475 nightly
The price is $2,748 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$2,748 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
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Towering redwoods meet dramatic sea cliffs along Highway 1, where pullouts reveal jaw-dropping Pacific views. Hike to McWay Falls in the morning when fog lifts, then grab lunch at Nepenthe where locals insist you sit on the outdoor deck.

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The preparation of any well-deserved holiday gets started with picking a spot. Big Sur has been a popular local with tourists because of everything it offers. Yet, "location, location, location" applies to more than just what city where your plane lands. When you want to make a holiday especially memorable, it's all about where you stay each night.

Hotels as Charming as Big Sur

Big Sur saw its fair share of visitors in the last year. Our comment section contains comments to help you choose which accommodation is the perfect fit for your trip. When you reserve a 4-star hotel you can rest easy knowing that these properties are designed to satisfy your every need. These hotels strive to make the grounds and facilities pleasing during your visit. You won't have to search for to keep up with your workout routine, an energizing swim, or tasty lunch.

Rooms have been fashioned to keep your utmost comfort in mind, with amenities like premium bedding, designer bathroom products, and in-room tea or coffee. So, sit back and relax. Moreover, if you find that you are need of something else, you can rest assured the staff will do their best to ensure you stay happy during your time. These hotels are so nice that you'll regret the day you have to check-out.

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What are the best 4-star hotels in Big Sur?
Unwind in upscale comfort at Alila Ventana Big Sur - Adults Only. According to reviews by our customers, this is one of Big Sur's top 4-star hotels.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Big Sur?
Offering a friendly traveler experience and upscale décor, 4-star hotels are a wonderful option for your Big Sur break. These types of stays generally feature loads of useful amenities that make it easy to kick back and relax — think large beds, bathrobes, pools and restaurants. Or live in the lap of luxury at a 5-star hotel designed to pamper with exclusive perks and amenities. On-site health clubs, oversized bathrooms and world-class dining are typically featured at these plush properties.

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