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Our top choices for Big Sur motels

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Castle Inn

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1058)
"Have stayed here a couple times, Clean rooms and good breakfast "
United States
Ortencia
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Castle Inn
Lobby lounge
San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Great value, great staff, cozy rooms, wonderfully kept grounds, 1/2 block from beach "
United States
Juan
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
San Simeon Lodge
Lobby
Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1541)
"Very clean and quiet inn. Great location "
Canada
Daniel
Pacific Inn
Exterior
Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1274)
"Nice motel for short stays"
United States
Onkar
The price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Silver Surf Motel
Property amenity
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
2.5 star property
San Simeon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (560)
"Great Stay!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great location! "
United States
Evelyn
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View
Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
2.0 star property
Cambria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (677)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Gerald
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Creekside Inn
BBQ/picnic Area
Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1010)
"All went well, would stay again"
United States
BALDOMERO
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Sands by The Sea
Reception
Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (868)
"Room was quiet , comfortable and staff were friendly "
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
Family Room, Multiple Beds
El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1918)
"Great price location and amenities "
United States
Sonja
El Castell Motel
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1011)
"I had a great stay!"
United States
Michael
Sand Castle Inn
Spa
Keefer's Inn

Keefer's Inn

Keefer's Inn
2.0 star property
King City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (986)
"Clean room, staff good "
United States
Scott
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Keefer's Inn
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Convenient, affordable, and very nice and attentive staff."
United States
Theodore
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
Coast Riders Inn
Terrace/patio
Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1705)
"Great property and the 6 people room is legit spacious, very close to Monterey tourist sites!"
United States
Bhavin
Stargazer Hotel
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 9 PM, pool loungers
Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Clean rooms, the location is great!"
United States
Ruby
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Sea Breeze Inn
City view from property
Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"This place is great!! Traveling with a kid and booked a 2 bedroom room and it was fantastic. Lots of room, super clean and all around lovely. Front desk was very nice. Definitely would stay again! "
United States
Keri
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Padre Oaks
Balcony view
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (870)
"Great place to stay and just a 5 minute drive to the beaches "
United States
Raul
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds
Cambria Palms Motel

Cambria Palms Motel

Cambria Palms Motel
2.0 star property
Cambria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (788)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
phillip
Cambria Palms Motel
Reception
Motel 6 King City, CA

Motel 6 King City, CA

Motel 6 King City, CA
2.0 star property
King City
6.6 out of 10, (764)
"Front desk staff was amazing!"
United States
Megan
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Motel 6 King City, CA
BBQ/picnic Area
Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"The hot tub was awesome. Very clean and spacious room. "
United States
Arlow
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Lone Oak Lodge
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms and great staff"
Dianne Marie 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Find out more about Big Sur

Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
21,000
Accommodation
66 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$115
Highest Price
NZ$288

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 986 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. The Stevenson Monterey is located 37.4 km from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. El Castell Motel: Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central Big Sur is 23 mi (37 km) away. Pacific Inn: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and laundry facilities. Located 23.1 mi (37.1 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Monterey Surf Inn: Central Big Sur is 22.8 mi (36.7 km) away. A 24-hour front desk along with freebies such as WiFi, self-parking and a manager's reception are available during your stay. Lovers Point Inn: 25.6 mi (41.2 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, 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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