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Check availability on Big Sur Beach Hotels

Tonight
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Tomorrow
Sep 10 - Sep 11
This weekend
Sep 11 - Sep 13
Next weekend
Sep 18 - Sep 20

Our top choices for Big Sur beach hotels

1. Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge
Big Sur
  • Bask in the serenity of this nature lodge, just a seven-minute drive from pristine beaches, with whale watching and hiking trails nearby.
Big Sur Lodge

2. Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn
Posts
¥388,143
¥430,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Post Ranch Inn

3. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur
Posts
¥320,122
¥371,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Alila Ventana Big Sur

4. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Mission Fields
¥35,832
¥39,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

5. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
¥29,058
¥34,931 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Carmel Mission Inn

6. The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
¥48,422
¥61,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
The Quail

7. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
¥51,051
¥58,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

8. Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn
Downtown Carmel
¥30,332
¥34,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Carmel Bay View Inn

9. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
Casanova Oak Knoll
¥12,728
¥14,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
El Castell Motel

10. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
Casanova Oak Knoll
¥12,883
¥14,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Pacific Inn
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Big Sur

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and Clean!"
Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Stevenson Monterey
Bay Breeze Inn

Bay Breeze Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and comfortable room"
Sean 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Bay Breeze Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful place. Amazing views! Very comfortable bed. On-site restaurants delicious. We were very impressed and pleased with everything 🙂."
David 4-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

8/10 Good
"No A/C was disappointing."
Jaime 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
The Monterey Hotel
Monterey Peninsula Inn

Monterey Peninsula Inn

8/10 Good
"Overall the stay was good. Definitely signs of wear and age on the property. Rooms are small! But other than that everything was great."
Michael 3-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Monterey Peninsula Inn
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

8/10 Good
"Decent"
Benjamin 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"Nice hotel. Poolside was nice."
David 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Carmel Mission Inn
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The room was very clean and comfortable with a beautiful view of the beach. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. We had a great experience and would definitely stay here again!"
Francis 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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 Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park or Los Padres National Forest.
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.

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