Top Hotels Near California Sea Otter Game Refuge in Big Sur from NZ$3,264

"this hotel is awesome! the rooms are very spacious and open, with great views! we came as a big group and having a small kitchen was really helpful. The surrounding area of the rooms is also gorgeous. If you decide to stay in the hotel half the day, you will enjoy it! we also made bonfires every night and had a blast. The restaurant available is also very convenient with nice views. "

"Overall, the properties great we just had an issue with our AC in the room which was fixed promptly"

"We had a wonderful time at the Big Sur Lodge. Our cabin was spacious, clean and very comfortable. The staff were friendly, the breakfast at the restaurant at the lodge was tasty and very convenient. Overall it was a great experience."

"Cute , quirky property. Great location close to Carmel village ( walking distance from most wine tasting rooms ) and Garland park. "

"Everything is good; fantastic view. The only thing is that the address on the map is the closed restaurant. It took us 15 minutes in the dark to find out the location (which is very close to the address on the map but in the dark it’s really hard to see)"

"Modern, quiet retreat. Excellent customer service. Amazing treats at front desk for evening s'mores and fantastic restaurant."

"Loved this hotel"

"I enjoy visiting Carmel By the River inn and Cottages and bringing my pups. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful "

"Went for our Babymoon. Stayed 4 nights. It was outstanding overall! Pros: nice and accommodating staff, ambience was perfection, resort is breathtaking, our room was amazing-loved the deep soaking tubs in and outside the room, heated bathroom floors!!! Dual sided Fireplace we used everyday. Loved the outdoor community fire pits . The water stations and provided refillable water bottle were great-great tasting water and so wonderful to not have to pay for waters. Shuttles to take you around resort were quick. Loved all the wildlife on property. We took a cocktail /mocktail Class which was so fun! Downtown Carmel was only 15 -20 mins away which we ventured to almost daily with Lots of great shopping and restaurants. Few Wineries were only 10 mins away as well. Cons: Main restaurant was pricey and not the best dinner food in my opinion. We ate dinner off site every evening for this reason, however their breakfast was very good. Our shower head in room had poor water pressure. Wish there were more FREE classes/activities. Would stay here again and again! Kid and pet friendly. "