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 New Camaldoli Hermitage or Limekiln State Park.

Posts

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

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.

Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

5 out of 5
47900 Highway 1 Big Sur CA
The price is NZ$3,918 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$3,918
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and The Henry ...
10/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"would prefer not to give details"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Post Ranch Inn
Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge

3 out of 5
62400 California 1 Big Sur CA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$444 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$444
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (222 reviews)
"Older property, was clean and had the best view! Nice on the upper deck and there was bench on property we sat and had a cocktail and watched the sun go down over the ocean."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Lucia Lodge
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$455 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$455
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,691 reviews)
"Place is dated and needs serious deep cleaning. Hallway carpets are dirt and dusty. Our room wreaks of heavy cleaning chemical. Pictures were deceiving."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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.
Central Big Sur Retreat - Pool, Spa, Guest House + 5 Acres

Central Big Sur Retreat - Pool, Spa, Guest House + 5 Acres

Big Sur CA
Stay at this holiday home in Big Sur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and The Henry Miller Memorial ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
"Truly impressive place. Small issues but immediate help from host was provided."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Central Big Sur Retreat - Pool, Spa, Guest House + 5 Acres
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.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
"The property is beautiful, and we really enjoyed the hot tub. Unfortunately, when we woke up after our first night, there was no running water in the RV. That had a significant impact on our stay, especially given the price. We would have appreciated knowing about the water situation before ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Unique Off-Grid experience with Stunning Views Close to Wine Tasting
Great Relaxing 3-bedroom house in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea

Great Relaxing 3-bedroom house in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel-by-the-Sea CA
Stay at this holiday home in Carmel. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Carmel Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Great property with convenient location. Thank you."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Great Relaxing 3-bedroom house in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea
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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