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28 Aug - 30 Aug
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4 Sept - 6 Sept
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18 Sept - 20 Sept
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16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Big Sur motels

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1. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good location."
United States
Carolina
The price is NZ$425
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Property entrance

2. Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (295 reviews)
"I love the property. It reminded me of palm springs. Room were good size and clean. The pool area was the best"
United States
Bobbie
The price is NZ$394
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Contenta Inn
Dining

3. Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (989 reviews)
"Clean rooms ,staff was great helping with any needs, very nice restaurant next door."
United States
Ted
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
Room, 1 King Bed

4. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,793 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Gabrielle
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Pacific Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

5. Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice, clean little place. Would stay there again if on a budget."
United States
John
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Seaside Inn
Outdoor pool

6. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice place, nice outside sitting area and easy access to all Monterrey has to offer"
United States
Nils
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Stage Coach Lodge
Lobby

7. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,187 reviews)
"Was a very great place to stay "
United States
Carlos
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Sand Castle Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers

8. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,115 reviews)
"Great location & very nice motel."
United States
Kristen
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
El Castell Motel
Garden view

9. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"it is a very beautiful place to stay very clean bed very comfortable same as the pillows all excellent"
United States
Luisa Veronica
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Padre Oaks
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,120 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"
United States
Mildred
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
Interior entrance

11. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Would stay here sfain"
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$331
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carmel Resort Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

12. Fisherman's Cove Inn

Fisherman's Cove Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (227 reviews)
"Basic place to stay the night"
United States
Eric
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Fisherman's Cove Inn
Property grounds

13. Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"I would highly recommend this property and will definitely return when next visiting the Monterey area. The little cottage rooms are so quaint and the location was excellent, a short walk to the beach and Pacific Grove downtown and the Monarch Pub, which in my opinion, has the best Fish and Chips in the area!"
United States
Michelle
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Bide-A-Wee Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets

14. Vagabond Inn Monterey

Vagabond Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,048 reviews)
"Staff was excellent"
United States
Herbert
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Vagabond Inn Monterey
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

15. Pacific Best Inn

Pacific Best Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean room and comfortable stay for what we needed. Traveled with kids and this was a nice quick spot to rest and reset."
United States
Jackie
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Pacific Best Inn
Boating

16. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Villa Del Monte
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,048 reviews)
"enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Marina
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Lone Oak Lodge
Beach nearby

17. Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Vyacheslav
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Deer Haven Inn
Lobby

18. Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good for a price , old furniture but good location"
United States
Vladyslava
The price is NZ$355
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Carmel Inn And Suites
Property amenity

19. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to crash in the Monterey area if you're on a budget and last minute plans. It has all the basic amenities covered, rooms were clean and in great condition. We had a pleasant stay, will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Shreyes
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
Reception

20. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, close to everything"
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Monterey Bay Lodge
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Bliss. ethereal. It’s not the 4 seasons, it’s better. Exquisite view. Peaceful. Simple. Cozy."
Marianne 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Lucia Lodge

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Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
14,397
Accommodation
65 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$123
Highest Price
NZ$425

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Big Sur?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Big Sur, allow Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from more than 1033 accommodation options in the area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveller taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Big Sur?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Stargazer Hotel is located 37 km from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Pacific Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central Big Sur is 23.1 mi (37.1 km) away. Sand Castle Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 24.4 mi (39.2 km) from the heart of Big Sur. The Stevenson Monterey: Central Big Sur is 23.3 mi (37.4 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Vagabond Inn Monterey: 23 mi (37.1 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the library, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Big Sur?
Enjoy the seaside in this relaxing, romantic area while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Pfeiffer Beach, McWay Falls and Sand Dollar Beach. To learn more about local history, take some time at Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach and Molera Ranch House Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Andrew Molera State Park and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
What's the weather like in Big Sur?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Big Sur to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Big Sur is 496 mm.
What are my options for getting around Big Sur while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Big Sur to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is located 22.7 mi (36.6 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 29.7 mi (47.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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