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7 Aug - 9 Aug
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Our top choices for Big Sur 3-star hotels

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1. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,840 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
The price is AED 799
AED 942 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carmel Mission Inn
Front of property

2. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
Wendy
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | View from room

3. FogCatcher Inn

FogCatcher Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Liked this hotel so much we had an amazing view nice hotel close to the restaurants highly recommend"
United States
shelly
FogCatcher Inn
Terrace/patio

4. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,733 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing. The room was very clean."
United States
Ruben
The price is AED 647
AED 759 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Hotel Pacific
Front of property

5. The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,747 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay for the weekend. First time staying in the hotel and it was nice, very vintage. Id say its ok for the experience"
United States
cruz
The price is AED 473
AED 540 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
The Monterey Hotel
Dinner served

6. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,780 reviews)
"Everything was great, food and service, Beautiful room!"
United States
Cheryl
The price is AED 720
AED 838 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View | View from room

7. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
3.5 star property
San Simeon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,063 reviews)
"Excellent location on the beach with decent and clean rooms"
United States
Sudhir
The price is AED 629
AED 709 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Exterior detail

8. Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,547 reviews)
"Rooms are very clean and spacious and ideal for families and good location and pet friendly"
United States
Uma
The price is AED 660
AED 752 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Mariposa Inn & Suites
Front of property

9. Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego
3.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,080 reviews)
"Very nice hotel & close to everything."
United States
Luis
The price is AED 659
AED 842 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Hotel Abrego
Beach nearby

10. 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, (1,247 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful, very kind and informative about the area and the hotel of the history and very accommodating. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Katherine
The price is AED 538
AED 607 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle
Terrace/patio

11. Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
3.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,485 reviews)
"We love to stay in the cottages."
United States
Lori
The price is AED 545
AED 622 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
Lobby

12. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
3.5 star property
Seaside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,548 reviews)
"Amazing and clean room, breakfast was great"
United States
Omer
The price is AED 810
AED 1,002 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

13. Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge
3.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,120 reviews)
"Nice place to stay close to the beach"
United States
Sonia
The price is AED 427
AED 488 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Olympia Lodge
Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (sofabed not included) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

14. Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey
3.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,125 reviews)
"Great location near restaurants and grocery store."
United States
Paul
The price is AED 367
AED 444 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Aura Inn Monterey
Front of property

15. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,552 reviews)
"Nice and spacious room, very good breakfast."
United States
liping
The price is AED 658
AED 750 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Victorian Inn
Exterior

16. Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Courteous and knowledgeable staff."
United States
Donald
The price is AED 1,098
AED 1,389 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Monterey Marriott
Lobby

17. Red Lion Hotel Monterey

Red Lion Hotel Monterey
3.0 star property
Monterey
6.6 out of 10, (1,021 reviews)
"Great proximity to gas station, shopping area and the beach"
United States
Mary Anne
The price is AED 360
AED 428 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Red Lion Hotel Monterey
Exterior

18. Spindrift Inn

Spindrift Inn
3.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"This is one of our favorite hotels. You cannot beat the view and it's so easy to walk to everything. Absolutely a must stay if you want a cute boutique experience with a vibe."
United States
Jessica
The price is AED 1,025
AED 1,185 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Spindrift Inn
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

19. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"The staff were outstanding, helpful and professional, great view of the Ocean"
United States
Mark
The price is AED 768
AED 864 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Ragged Point Inn and Resort
View from room

20. Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,137 reviews)
"Very comfortable well located and clean."
Canada
Lawrence
The price is AED 749
AED 843 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Sand Pebbles Inn
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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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A coastal landscape with turquoise waters, rocky cliffs, and a waterfall.

Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This is an old hotel with lots of books and crannies, sitting rooms, old furniture and historical pieces. Bed was super comfy. Bathroom okay. The endless hallways and staircases were fun. It was a solid stay and the location amazing. So much happens in Monterrey!"
Sarah 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
The Monterey Hotel
FogCatcher Inn

FogCatcher Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Nice hotel and nice room."
Erica 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
FogCatcher Inn

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