Hotels and Motels in or near Big Sur, CA
Big Sur is located on California's central coast. It is relatively quiet and uncrowded ... and stunningly beautiful. When you sit sideways on a cliff and look at the Pacific, the mountains, and the clear blue sky all at the same time, you truly understand why it's called Big.
While you're in Big Sur, eat lunch or at least have a drink at the
Nepenthe restaurant. It overlooks the Pacific, and the views are mesmerizing.
Post Ranch Inn Big Sur Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
From $1625
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service mountain resort
Located on cliff overlooking the Pacific
2 heated outdoor swimming pools - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Full-service spa
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 1681 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Bernardus Lodge Carmel Valley 415 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
16 miles 16 miles from Big Sur
From $495
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service resort
Member of Leading Hotels of the World
Located near village of Carmel Valley
2 floors, 57 rooms - no elevator
24-hour heated outdoor swimming pool
24-hour exercise room - tennis court
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Full-service spa Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only up to 75 pounds - $150 per stay fee for each dog. - Feb 2018
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $33 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 679 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Carmel Valley Ranch Resort 1 Old Ranch Road, Carmel, CA 93923
17 miles 17 miles from Big Sur
From $725
Check In 16 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service resort
Near Golf Club at Quail Point
An Unbound Collection by Hyatt hotel
Single-story, 144 rooms
3 outdoor swimming pools - fitness center
Fitness and yoga classes
Tennis courts - golf course
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Full-service spa Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only - $150 per stay fee for each dog. - Mar 2015
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $45 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 2532 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Hyatt Carmel Highlands Hotel 120 Highlands Drive, Carmel, CA 93921
17 miles 17 miles from Big Sur
From $229
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, full-service, oceanview hotel
Near Carmel Mission
A Hyatt Residence Club
2 floors, 48 rooms - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
3 restaurants - lounge - room service
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $20 per night.
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Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club Carmel 8205 Valley Greens Drive, Carmel, CA 93923
18 miles 18 miles from Big Sur
From $905
Check In 15 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, full-service resort
5 miles southeast of downtown Carmel
Single-story; 77 rooms, 14 suites
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- $35 per stay pet fee. - Jun 2015
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 758 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Carmel Mission Inn 3665 Rio Road, Carmel, CA 93923
19 miles 19 miles from Big Sur
From $162
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free inn
Near Mission San Carlos
4 floors, 165 rooms
Heated outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly inn
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- allows pets up to 100 pounds, 2 pets per room - $35 per stay pet fee for each pet. - Dec 2015
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Villa Mara Hotel Carmel 2408 Bay View Avenue, Carmel, CA 93923
20 miles 20 miles from Big Sur
From $629
Check In 15 30 Check Out 11 00
Upscale, smoke-free, adult-only, boutique villa
Near beach
2 floors, 16 rooms and suites - no elevator
No swimming pool Pet friendly villa
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- allows dogs up to 35 pounds - $150 per stay pet fee. - Dec 2022
Note: This villa charges a resort fee of $35 per night - includes parking, WiFi, and continental breakfast.
Le Petit Pali at 8th Avenue Hotel Carmel Junipero Avenue at 8th Avenue, Carmel, CA 93923
20 miles 20 miles from Big Sur
From $161
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, downtown hotel
About 1 mile from beach
2 floors, 24 rooms and suites - no elevator
No swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
No on-site parking available Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs up to 35 pounds, 1 dog per room - dog cannot be left alone in room - $150 per stay pet fee. - Jul 2023
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 822 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Adobe Inn Carmel Dolores Street & 8th Avenue, Carmel, CA 93921
20 miles 20 miles from Big Sur
From $179
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free, downtown bed and breakfast inn
Within walking distance of the beach
2 floors, 30 rooms - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool open all year
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- $30 per night fee for each pet. - Jun 2015
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 485 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Wayside Inn Carmel 7th Avenue & Mission Street, Carmel, CA 93921
20 miles 20 miles from Big Sur
From $383
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free, downtown motel
No swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 627 reviews Read Recent Reviews
La Playa Hotel Carmel Camino Real at 8th Avenue, Carmel, CA 93921
20 miles 20 miles from Big Sur
From $299
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, beachfront hotel
Member of Historic Hotels of America
4 floors, 75 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Lounge
Free hot breakfast buffet Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 40 pounds, 2 pets per room - $50 per stay pet fee. - Aug 2019
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $35 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 1762 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Carriage House Inn Carmel Junipero Avenue between 7th Avenue & 8th Avenue, Carmel, CA 93921
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $344
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 30
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, downtown inn
No swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 565 reviews Read Recent Reviews
L'Auberge Hotel Carmel Monte Verde at 7th Street, Carmel, CA 93921
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $549
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Luxury, smoke-free hotel near beach
2 floors, 20 rooms - no elevator
No swimming pool
Michelin Star restaurant - lounge
Restaurant open for lunch and dinner only
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free valet parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs up to 15 pounds, 1 dog per room - $100 per stay pet fee. - Jun 2015
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 482 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Comfort Inn Carmel Ocean Avenue & Torres Street, Carmel, CA 93921
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $90
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free, downtown motel Single-story, 19 rooms No swimming pool Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 766 reviews Read Recent Reviews
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"The motel was within walking distance of several shops and restaurants downtown. The room was small but sufficient. No vending machines. Parking was tight, so plan accordingly.2015-10-13 "
"Close to shops, restaurants, and the beach. This motel was clean, charming, and well-maintained. It was quaint and quiet, but be aware that the soundproofing wasn't great. We'd definitely stay again.2015-04-27 "
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Le Petit Pali at Ocean Avenue Hotel Carmel Junipero Street and Ocean Avenue, Carmel, CA 93923
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $579
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, downtown, boutique motel
7 miles to Monterey Regional Airport
2 floors, 34 rooms - no elevator
No swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly motel
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- allows dogs in 1st floor king rooms only, 1 dog per room - dog cannot be left alone in room - $150 per stay pet fee. - Jul 2023
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 276 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Pine Inn Carmel Ocean Avenue between Lincoln and Monte Verde Street, Carmel, CA 93921
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $169
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service, downtown hotel
3 floors, 49 rooms - no elevator
No swimming pool
Restaurant - lounge
Free WiFi
Parking is free but limited Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 962 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Normandy Inn Carmel by the Sea Ocean Avenue between Monte Verde and Casanova Street, Carmel, CA 93921
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $270
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free inn near beach
2 floors, 48 rooms - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
Note: Front desk is closed from 11 PM until 7 AM.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 719 reviews Read Recent Reviews
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"I had a pleasant stay. The room was comfortable, the grounds were beautiful, and the staff was excellent. Be prepared to park on the street.2018-08-06 "
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Carmel Bay View Inn Junipero Avenue between 5th & 6th Avenue, Carmel, CA 93921
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $158
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Luxury, smoke-free, downtown motel
2 floors, 59 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 1324 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Best Western Town House Lodge Carmel San Carlos Street & 5th Avenue, Carmel, CA 94539
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $117
Check In 1500 Check Out 1100
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free, downtown motel
2 floors, 28 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 833 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Hotel Carmel 4th Avenue & San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA 93921
21 miles 21 miles from Big Sur
From $265
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Average
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, downtown motel
2 floors, 30 rooms - no elevator
No swimming pool
Restaurant - lounge
Restaurant open for lunch and dinner only Not pet friendly
Note: This motel charges a resort fee of $20 per night - includes parking, WiFi, and continental breakfast.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 287 reviews Read Recent Reviews
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To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.hotels , on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
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