Big Sur Places to Stay
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Here’s a quick list of the best hotels in Big Sur





Big Sur’s rugged cliffs and redwood canyons set the stage for unforgettable places to stay, from cliffside luxury at Post Ranch Inn and Ventana to cozy inns like Glen Oaks and classic campgrounds such as Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Kirk Creek. Whether you prefer a secluded cabin, seaside glamping, or a boutique retreat with ocean views, book well in advance, plan for narrow, winding roads, and choose your base according to whether you want easy beach access, hiking nearby, or total solitude.
Best Places to Stay in Big Sur
Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn, located in Carmel Valley, offers accommodation with free WiFi, a hot tub, a heated outdoor pool and free private parking on site, with all rooms featuring a TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower and access to a shared lounge; the property is 20 km from Monterey, 19 km from Carmel and 24 km from Big Sur. - Free WiFi - Hot tub and heated outdoor pool - Free private parking - Rooms with TV and private bathroom - Close to Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur
Alila Ventana Big Sur Adult Only

Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only is a 5‑star, adults‑only resort set in Big Sur, 43 km from Point Lobos State Reserve, offering air‑conditioned rooms with balconies, free WiFi, flat‑screen TVs and safety deposit boxes, plus a fitness centre, garden, terrace, bar, restaurant, outdoor pool, sauna and hot tub; the property provides free private parking, 24‑hour bilingual (English/Spanish) reception and access to local hiking, and is 47 km from Carmel Mission and 59 km from Monterey Regional Airport. - Adults‑only, all‑inclusive 5‑star experience - Pool, sauna, hot tub, fitness centre and on‑site restaurant/bar - Rooms with balcony, AC, free WiFi, flat‑screen TV and safe - Free private parking and 24/7 bilingual (English/Spanish) reception - Close to hiking and major sights (Point Lobos 43 km, Carmel Mission 47 km)
Big Sur Campground and Cabins

Big Sur Campground and Cabins in Big Sur offers rooms with mountain and river views, including family rooms and units with outdoor furniture; the property features an outdoor fireplace, provides bed linen and towels, and has a minimarket on site. Guests with children will find outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate, and there is a picnic area for outdoor meals and relaxation. The nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, 84 km away. - Scenic mountain and river views - Family-friendly with play equipment and baby safety gate - On-site minimarket - Outdoor fireplace and picnic area - Linens and towels provided
3920 Red Tail Hawk home

Cottage charm in the Santa Lucia Mountains

Located in Carmel Valley and 46 km from Point Lobos State Reserve, Cottage Charm in the Santa Lucia Mountains offers non-smoking, air-conditioned accommodation with mountain and river views, free WiFi and free private parking, a patio, and an interior featuring 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and coffee machine, 1 bathroom with a hot tub and bathrobes, towels and bed linen, a seating area and a fireplace; outdoor play equipment is available for guests, the property is 43 km from Carmel Mission, 49 km from Del Monte Golf Course and Naval Postgraduate School, and the nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, 43 km away. Pros: - Mountain and river views with a private patio - Free WiFi and free private parking - Hot tub, bathrobes, and fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, coffee machine) - Fireplace and comfortable living area - Outdoor play equipment for families
Fernwood Resort

Big Sur Lodge

Carmel Valley Lodge

The Camp at Carmel Valley

Set against mountain views, The Camp at Carmel Valley in Carmel Valley offers rustic cabins with a shared bathhouse, a garden, a tennis court and a nearby terrace; on select weekends guests can enjoy on-site archery and tie-dye sessions, and the rate includes breakfast and other organized activities. Monterey is 34 km away, Carmel is 28 km away, and Monterey Peninsula Airport is the nearest airport at 21 km from the property. - Mountain views - Rustic cabins with shared bathhouse - On-site archery and tie-dye (select weekends) - Breakfast and activities included in the rate - Close to Monterey (34 km), Carmel (28 km) and Monterey Peninsula Airport (21 km)
Magical Cabin Retreat in the Redwoods!!

Sur Grove Big Sur

Serene Vineyard Chateau with Pool, Hot Tub, BBQ
