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Check availability on Big Sur Beach Hotels

Tonight
11 Sep - 12 Sep
Tomorrow
12 Sep - 13 Sep
This weekend
11 Sep - 13 Sep
Next weekend
18 Sep - 20 Sep

Our top choices for Big Sur beach hotels

Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool
Reception

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
Post House | Living area | Fireplace
Restaurant
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer

2. Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn
Posts
AED 9,274
AED 10,295 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Post Ranch Inn
Exterior
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

3. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur
Posts
AED 7,181
AED 8,363 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar | Minibar, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Terrace/patio
Exterior

4. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Mission Fields
AED 856
AED 954 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Courtyard
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Restaurant
Interior entrance

5. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
AED 666
AED 803 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Carmel Mission Inn
Food and drink
View from property
Villa, Multiple Beds (Fairway, Suite) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Villa, Multiple Beds (Fairway, Suite) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

6. The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
AED 1,157
AED 1,462 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
The Quail
Exterior
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy

7. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
AED 1,220
AED 1,407 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Exterior

8. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
Casanova Oak Knoll
AED 313
AED 359 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
El Castell Motel
Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior

9. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
Casanova Oak Knoll
AED 314
AED 361 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pacific Inn
Front of property
55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Free daily continental breakfast
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

10. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
New Monterey
AED 658
AED 750 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Victorian 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

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Everything is great! Nice mountain view, clean bathroom, nice hotel room interior design!"
Edross Bernadette 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Carmel Mission Inn
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

8/10 Good
"Great proximity for walking to other sites"
Steven 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
The Stevenson Monterey
Monterey Peninsula Inn

Monterey Peninsula Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Exactly as advertised. Convenient. Good location."
Lina 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Monterey Peninsula Inn
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great spot. Very dated rooms."
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Location was perfect. Staff very helpful."
Mike 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Monterey 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 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.

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