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Check availability on Big Sur Beach Hotels

Tonight
5 Sep - 6 Sep
Tomorrow
6 Sep - 7 Sep
Next weekend
11 Sep - 13 Sep
In two weeks
18 Sep - 20 Sep

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
AED 9,274
AED 10,295 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep
Post Ranch Inn

3. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur
Posts
AED 7,649
AED 8,882 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Alila Ventana Big Sur

4. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Mission Fields
AED 886
AED 987 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

5. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
AED 702
AED 835 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Carmel Mission Inn

6. The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
AED 1,157
AED 1,462 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
The Quail

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

8. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
Casanova Oak Knoll
AED 340
AED 390 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
El Castell Motel

9. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
Casanova Oak Knoll
AED 353
AED 404 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pacific Inn

10. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
Monterey Vista
AED 297
AED 370 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Padre Oaks
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Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

10/10 Excellent
"This is a lovely motel. Loved parking right next to the room. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Next stay, I will request the 2nd floor as you really need to leave the windows open and being on the first floor means you are open to the parking lot and anyone walking by. The ocean is steps away and even though the fires were burning in Big Sur, the ocean breeze carried the smoke away."
Cheryl 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful ocean views, loved sitting by the fire pits and the complimentary s'more packet was a nice surprise. The restaurant on site was really good and worked for our group with meat eaters, vegetarians, and vegans. We will return!"
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay, great location, thnks"
Alexandro 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hotel Pacific
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"great experience would go back"
Carleen 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I had an amazing stay. The building itself was beautiful with high ceilings and friendly staff. There are plenty of places to eat close by and the hotel is not too far from Cannery Row. There is only street parking available but I had not problem finding parking nearby for overnight. If you like staying in hotels with charm and history I would highly recommend this location."
Sarah 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Monterey Hotel
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Only complaint would be that the hotel is so quite at night that any little noise travels far. Had a little trouble sleeping had to play white noise from my phone to sleep."
Anthony 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Monarch Resort

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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