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Our top choices for Big Sur motels

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

1. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic place, highly recommended"
United States
Giacomo
The price is ￥29,649
￥33,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A house with a distinctive orange door, a small porch, and a view of hills in the background.

2. Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (302 reviews)
"Great location and looks to be newly remodeled with great attention to detail. Very cute decor!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ￥29,507
￥32,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Contenta Inn
A spacious lobby with large windows, a colorful striped floor, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

3. Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff is excellent, the rooms very clean and"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ￥16,940
￥19,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
A building with a tiled roof, a door labeled 'OFFICE,' and a sign indicating '1013 OPEN.'

4. Motel 8 Soledad

Motel 8 Soledad
Soledad
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
"The staff were very nice and helpful rooms were clean. Lots of parking. I highly recommend staying at this motel."
United States
Maria
The price is ￥10,782
￥12,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Motel 8 Soledad
A modern living room with yellow sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

5. San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff nice , room clean and quiet, offering really reasonable price."
Canada
Changhong
The price is ￥12,393
￥13,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
San Simeon Lodge
A patio with a round table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a beach and houses in the background.

6. Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay passing through the west coast."
United States
Brandon
The price is ￥9,883
￥11,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Sea Breeze Inn
A building with a blue dolphin sculpture surrounded by purple flowers.

7. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"It was clean and comfortable for a great price. Free parking"
United States
william
The price is ￥9,560
￥12,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Padre Oaks
A spacious living room with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

8. Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The King Suite was spacious and comfortable with unique quality furniture. Parking on site and walking distance to shops and restaurants. Very quiet neighborhood, Polite staff, good amenities, reasonable and competitive rates."
United States
Don
The price is ￥19,224
￥23,994 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Carmel Inn And Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

9. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,197 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Julio
The price is ￥10,730
￥12,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

10. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,896 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is ￥11,295
￥13,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stargazer Hotel
A wooden sign for a resort inn with a 'No Vacancy' sign above it.

11. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"so cute would stay again"
United States
stephanie
The price is ￥16,602
￥20,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carmel Resort Inn
A round table with two white mugs and a magazine, positioned by a window with a view of the ocean and a tree.

12. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,227 reviews)
"Great room with awesome location."
United States
Damian
The price is ￥23,979
￥26,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Castle Inn
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a coffee maker, and a window with a view of the beach and ocean.

13. Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Super friendly front desk and great location."
United States
Jonathan
The price is ￥15,494
￥17,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Coast Riders Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

14. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,902 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
The price is ￥11,718
￥13,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Pacific Inn
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a large window with blinds.

15. Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn
2.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,509 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room. Easy parking too."
United States
Antoinette
The price is ￥13,805
￥15,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Lovers Point Inn
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and indoor seating area.

16. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,096 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Douglas
The price is ￥9,177
￥10,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
El Castell Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a TV, and a window with curtains.

17. Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Evelyn
The price is ￥14,275
￥17,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Deer Haven Inn
A coastal landscape with a beach, waves, and vegetation.

18. Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly staff, cookies and coffee in the lobby. Clean rooms, easy access to the Highway and surrounding areas. Close to Hearst Castle and beaches."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ￥12,803
￥14,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Sands by The Sea
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and dense green foliage.

19. Andril Fireplace Cottages

Andril Fireplace Cottages
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (723 reviews)
"Great property Very enjoyable quiet stay Highly recommend"
United States
Gregory
The price is ￥29,860
￥34,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Andril Fireplace Cottages
A residential area with a narrow pathway flanked by blue flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges, leading to houses with red roofs.

20. Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Pleasant stay here we enjoyed our 2 nights here, we will definitely be coming back!!"
United States
David
The price is ￥18,567
￥21,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Bide-A-Wee Inn
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

8/10 Good
"Nice rooms and clean. Desk clerk very helpful with restaurant suggestions."
Kathleen 1-night trip
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Monarch Resort

Find out more about Big Sur

Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
12,264
Accommodation
66 Motels
Lowest Price
￥10,619
Highest Price
￥34,623

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Big Sur?
If you're not able to find a motel in Big Sur, let us help you find a motel or similar property from more than 1039 accommodations in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveler taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Big Sur?
Here are some of our customers' favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. The Stevenson Monterey is located 23.3 mi (37.4 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Pacific Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Central Big Sur is 23.1 mi (37.1 km) away. Silver Surf Motel: Enjoy access to the rooftop terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 58.5 mi (94.1 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Lovers Point Inn: Central Big Sur is 25.6 mi (41.2 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like heating. Stargazer Hotel: 23 mi (37 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Big Sur?
Enjoy the seaside in this relaxing, romantic area while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Pfeiffer Beach, McWay Falls, and Los Padres National Forest. To learn more about local history, take some time at Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach and Molera Ranch House Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Andrew Molera State Park, and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
What's the weather like in Big Sur?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Big Sur to help you plan yours: 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 are my options for getting around Big Sur when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Big Sur to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is located 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 29.7 mi (47.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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