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Our top choices for Big Sur motels

Beach nearby

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,101 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff easy parking and also easy access to beach area Have stayed here several times "
United States
Ortencia
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Castle Inn
Dining

Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (891 reviews)
"Customer service was great, hotel was clean. "
United States
Charlene
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
Property grounds

Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Clean, great value, very close to accessible beach "
United States
Keenan
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Sea Breeze Inn
Spa

Keefer's Inn

Keefer's Inn
2.0 star property
King City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff friendly and room was great, clean "
United States
Curtis
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Keefer's Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
2.0 star property
Cambria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (713 reviews)
"My first time staying there, I was pleasantly surprised and happy with the stay. "
United States
Tamara
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Creekside Inn
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, updated, great value."
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Coast Riders Inn
Property map

Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,348 reviews)
"Great and affordable location, and not a far drive to Hearst Castle Visitor Center."
United States
Anastasia
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Silver Surf Motel
Beach

Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"I love it here. Affordable and by the beach. "
United States
Christen
The price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Sands by The Sea
Lobby lounge

San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"The meals, location, and staff were great. Cleam rooms and the staff were very nice."
United States
Tiffany
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
San Simeon Lodge
Outdoor dining

Cambria Palms Motel

Cambria Palms Motel
2.0 star property
Cambria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (798 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was so helpful. "
United States
Marcella
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Cambria Palms Motel
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Loved this place. We stayed in a little cottage..close to Monteray aquarium. Would stay again!"
United States
Pablo
The price is NZ$421
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Free self-parking

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
2.5 star property
San Simeon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (628 reviews)
"Kind staff & nice area."
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
Reception

Motel 6 King City, CA

Motel 6 King City, CA
2.0 star property
King City
6.6 out of 10, (798 reviews)
"Good for the price but the staff is super nice. "
China
Xiaoling
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Motel 6 King City, CA
Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,081 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, clean rooms and easy access just would be perfect if construction was completed but very, very good for the price and location "
United States
Anthony
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Sand Castle Inn
Property entrance

Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (271 reviews)
"Nice, clean and convenient location for staying in Carmel Valley. Great staff. Will definitely be returning!"
United States
Gigi
The price is NZ$368
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Contenta Inn
Property grounds

Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"This was one of the best hotels i have ever seen. Wonderful rooms, grest foid, great staff. "
United States
Anne
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Bide-A-Wee Inn
Beach nearby

Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, nice location ,very cozy rooms and beds!!!"
United States
Roman
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Deer Haven Inn
Outdoor pool

Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, polite staff, walking distance (about 25 mins) from Fisherman's wharf"
United Kingdom
Ananya
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stage Coach Lodge
Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,633 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean and spacious , and staff was great !!"
United States
Joe
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Pacific Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Yes, and some very good restaurants! Beach is literally a 5 minute walk. The staff at the motel were very helpful and gracious!!"
United States
Melinda
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Seaside Inn
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8/10 Good
"Have a micowave in the room."
Cynthia 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
19,295
Accommodation
66 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$136
Highest Price
NZ$421

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 1011 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. El Castell Motel is located 37 km from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Lovers Point Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as heating. Central Big Sur is 25.6 mi (41.2 km) away. Pacific Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 23.1 mi (37.1 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Arbor Inn Monterey: Central Big Sur is 23 mi (37 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Stargazer Hotel: 23 mi (37 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Big Sur?
Enjoy the seaside in this romantic, relaxing 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, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and Limekiln 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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