Big Sur Travel Guide

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A coastal landscape with turquoise waters, rocky cliffs, and a waterfall.
A coastal highway with a bridge over the ocean, surrounded by cliffs and greenery.
A coastal landscape with a waterfall, rocky cliffs, and a sandy beach.
A large concrete bridge with arches spanning a deep gorge.
A coastal landscape with a rocky cliff, a beach, and turquoise waters.

Our guide on where to stay in Big Sur

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Lucia

You'll enjoy the mountain views and seaside views in Lucia. You might want to make time for a stop at Limekiln State Park or New Camaldoli Hermitage.

Big Sur Village

If you're spending some time in Big Sur Village, Andrew Molera State Park and Los Padres National Forest are top sights worth seeing.

Posts

While visiting Posts, you might make a stop by sights like Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Los Padres National Forest.

Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge

3 out of 5
47225 Highway One Big Sur CA
Stay at this hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Big Sur Lodge
Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge

2.5 out of 5
62400 California 1 Big Sur CA
The price is NZ$553 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$553
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Big Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions New Camaldoli Hermitage and Limekiln State Wilderness are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (206 reviews)
"Bliss. ethereal. It’s not the 4 seasons, it’s better. Exquisite view. Peaceful. Simple. Cozy."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Lucia Lodge
Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

5 out of 5
47900 Highway 1 Big Sur CA
The price is NZ$4,689 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$4,689
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Pfeiffer Beach are ...
Post Ranch Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres

Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres

Big Sur CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Big Sur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Pfeiffer ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"Truly impressive place. Small issues but immediate help from host was provided."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres
Single Queen Cottage

Single Queen Cottage

Carmel-by-the-Sea CA
Stay at this cottage in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV service and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (54 reviews)
"Place is dingy and run down, loud neighbors and overall a cheap experience"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Single Queen Cottage
Unique Off-Grid experience with Stunning Views Close to Wine Tasting

Unique Off-Grid experience with Stunning Views Close to Wine Tasting

Carmel Valley CA
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bernardus Winery and Bernardus Winery Tasting Room are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"This is a very unique place. I absolutely loved the fact of how remote it is. It’s amazing to not hear a soul and be literally in nature. Firepit hot tub and a lovely set of neigbours in a friendly goat and a few sheep. I really loved this place"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Unique Off-Grid experience with Stunning Views Close to Wine Tasting
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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