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Our top choices for Big Sur beach hotels

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn
5.0 star property
Posts
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
"Exceptional place. "
United States
Ekaterina
The price is ￥340,127
￥377,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Post Ranch Inn
Exterior
Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge
3.0 star property
Big Sur
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Excellent location, close to trails, great pool, fireplace and dining on site. "
United States
Ed
The price is ￥22,196
￥25,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Big Sur Lodge
Body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

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
The price is ￥250,208
￥294,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort
On the beach
Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The location was perfect!"
United States
Amir
The price is ￥21,737
￥24,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Ragged Point Inn and Resort
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
2.5 star property
San Simeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1146)
"Clean room and comfortable beds, as well as great breakfast."
United States
CECIL
The price is ￥10,501
￥11,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30, 2026
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
On the beach
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
3.5 star property
San Simeon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1780)
"breakfast is great"
United States
Mei Hung
The price is ￥17,033
￥19,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Beach nearby, beach towels
Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1099)
"Great staff, great location across from ocean, clean big rooms, highly recommend "
United States
Michele
The price is ￥20,955
￥23,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Sand Pebbles Inn
Beach nearby
The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle
3.5 star property
San Simeon
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1245)
"Nice pool and breakfast and location"
United States
Wenny
The price is ￥13,276
￥14,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle
Beach nearby
Castle Inn

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1053)
"clean room , nice location , perfect for relax"
United States
valeri
The price is ￥17,827
￥20,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Castle Inn
Property grounds
San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"It was a nice place to stay and the proximity to the beach was a great perk! "
United States
Karen
The price is ￥10,790
￥12,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
San Simeon Lodge
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"clean hotel, and staff was very friendly. "
Katelyn 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What is Big Sur like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its hiking trails, Big Sur offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Big Sur?
Plan your trip to the beach with a look at weather throughout the year in Big Sur: 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 around Big Sur?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to McWay Falls or Sand Dollar Beach for some quality time by the water. Take advantage of the area's hiking trails, and make time for local attractions like Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Pfeiffer Beach. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Andrew Molera State Park or Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Big Sur?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Big Sur with ease. Make your way to Big Sur with a flight to Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), the closest major airport which is located 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.