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Check availability on Big Sur Beach Hotels

Tonight
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Tomorrow
18 Sep - 19 Sep
This weekend
18 Sep - 20 Sep
Next weekend
25 Sep - 27 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
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Post Ranch Inn

3. Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur
Posts
AED 7,649
AED 8,882 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Alila Ventana Big Sur

4. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Mission Fields
AED 889
AED 991 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

5. The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
AED 1,157
AED 1,462 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
The Quail

6. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
AED 695
AED 836 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Carmel Mission Inn

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 280
AED 323 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
El Castell Motel

9. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
Casanova Oak Knoll
AED 314
AED 361 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pacific Inn

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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4 stars
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

8/10 Good
"Beautiful place to stay. A little on older side with no AC but views were beautiful."
Angela 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the rooms and the location!"
Mellissa 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Pacific
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

8/10 Good
"The room is cute & comfy. The walls are to thin. I had to leave the tv on all night because I could hear the people in the next room. I wasn't able to check in 2 hours early even though their was clean rooms. Great location."
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Lovers Point Inn
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location and amenities"
Kara 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

8/10 Good
"Front desk very Kurt when answering questions. Parking for 302 required reversing out of a narrow area. Breakfast was ok."
Bobbie 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Carmel Bay View Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"We totally enjoyed the stay beyond our expectations. The room was huge and well-appointed without shouting luxury, the location was convenient to both Cannery Row and Wharf, and valet parking service was efficient. But the most impressive was the restaurants. We had a dinner at Coastal Kitchen and brunch next day at Schooners. Both were excellent in terms of food, view, atmosphere, and service. The night scene from Coastal Kitchen was most memorable, and the morning sea from the patio deck at Schooners was unforgettable. What was so exciting at Schooners was that the sun was rising from the sea, which in our mind was a mystery because we were on the West Coast where the sun usually sets. Why did it decide to go up from West this morning? The thought entertained us for quite some time. There are not that many hotels that we look forward to going back, but this Monterey Plaza is surely one of them."
Mimune 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

8/10 Good
"Clean rooms and quiet, thanks"
mike 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Monarch Resort
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

8/10 Good
"The room was clean, the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable able to help us with finding places to eat."
Timothy 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
The Stevenson Monterey
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and convenient. Staff was very friendly."
Shelia D 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours 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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