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Here is a quick list of hotels in Big Sur, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| L'Auberge Carmel, Relais & Chateaux |
8.6 / 10 (162 Reviews) |
From 499$ | |
| Hotel Pacific |
7.5 / 10 (2202 Reviews) |
From 189$ | |
| Wave Street Inn |
8.7 / 10 (539 Reviews) |
From 179$ | |
| Portola Hotel & Spa |
8.1 / 10 (2028 Reviews) |
From 319$ | |
| Old Monterey Inn |
8.9 / 10 (34 Reviews) |
From 444$ |
1. Aware of the surrounding natural beauty, visitors have long congregated in the area to take in the splendors of the Central Coast of California. Venturing into the area today, one can find high-end resorts nestled among the redwoods and perched atop cliffs overlooking the ocean.
2. While lodging options in Big Sur have always been scarce, the past few years has seen a proliferation of high-end resorts and hotels. It seems every other week, a new luxury hotel or resort announces it is coming to Big Sur.
3. With the opening of the Ventana Big Sur, Post Ranch Inn, and Esalen Institute, the Big Sur Coast has become one of the most expensive places to stay in the United States. Room rates at the Post Ranch Inn for instance, start at $1,095 per night.
4. It may seem counterintuitive to stay in a luxury hotel when visiting an area as pristine and remote as Big Sur, but for some, the amenities and services these hotels offer can make the trip that much more enjoyable.
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L'Auberge Carmel, Relais & Chateaux
From 499$
The 4-star L'Auberge Carmel places guests a 10-minute walk from the Curving white Carmel Sandy Beach. Located in 15 minutes' drive away from the waterfront Cannery Row Street, this luxury hotel features 20 rooms with views over the ocean.
The property is situated in the very heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea only a few minutes from Dametra Cafe. Carmel Plaza is only 450 metres from the hotel, while Monterey Peninsula airport is 0.5 km from it. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Carmel Beach, which is 6 minutes' walk away. Extremely close to L'Auberge Carmel there is Ocean Avenue. This Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel is 150 metres of Lincoln / Carmel Foundation bus stop.
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Hotel Pacific
From 189$
Located within 2 km from Monterey Bay, this welcoming 4-star Hotel Pacific Monterey offers 24-hour reception, dry cleaning and concierge service. Featuring a private garden, the luxury hotel is set in a central location, at a medium distance from Old Fisherman's Wharf.
Situated in Downtown Monterey district, the boutique accommodation is set an 18-minute stroll of the waterfront Cannery Row Street. The perfect smoke free hotel is within easy walking distance from Perry House Event Venue and 0.5 km from Monterey Peninsula airport. The wide beach is set around 12 minutes' walk of the property, while the enormous Monterey Bay Aquarium is a 25-minute stroll away. Guests will find themselves 94 km of Morgan Hill Caltrain station.
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Wave Street Inn
From 179$
This unpretentious Wave Street Inn enjoys a premium location in the heart of Monterey and offers direct access to the well-known Monterey Bay Aquarium. Wi Fi is available in public areas as well as a vending machine and complimentary newspapers are provided on site.
Del Monte Beach is 3.1 km to the perfect Wave Street Inn and 5 minutes' walk of The Cannery Row Monument. This Monterey inn is only a few minutes away from Greene Mansion, and the beach is near the place. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Aeneas Beach, which is in 0.5 km away. Also, Wave Street Inn is within 17 minutes' stroll of the 1-acre Berwick Park, while Morgan Hill Caltrain is placed about 170 minutes' drive away. This boutique style property is located 0.5 km from Monterey Peninsula airport and 5 minutes by foot from Wave / Hoffman bus stop.
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Portola Hotel & Spa
From 319$
Portola Hotel & Spa is placed in a touristic area of Monterey, within 5 minutes' ride away from Monterey Bay and only 1.6 km from the waterfront Cannery Row Street. Guests can visit Old Fisherman's Wharf reachable on foot as well as enjoy a swimming pool or sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool.
The 4-star Portola Hotel & Spa offers a picturesque location about 10 km from Monterey Peninsula airport and just a few steps away from Monterey Conference Center. The hotel places you nearly 7 minutes on foot from Monterey State Beach. The central beach is 600 metres away. There is the 1-acre Berwick Park 10 minutes' drive away, while Monterey Transit Plaza bus station 5 minutes' stroll of Portola Hotel & Spa. The accommodation is located just in 180 minutes' drive from Morgan Hill Caltrain train station.
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Old Monterey Inn
From 444$
This 5-star Old Monterey Inn is set 15 minutes on foot from Monterey Museums and about 20 minutes by foot from the specialized Presidio of Monterey Museum. Featuring 10 rooms with views of the garden, the hotel is set a 10-minute ride away from the known Monterey Bay Aquarium.
The property is placed about 0.5 km from Monterey Peninsula airport and moments from Saint Timothy Lutheran Church. The city centre of Monterey can be reached in 15 minutes on foot. Morgan Hill Caltrain train station lies within a 170-minute drive from this Monterey hotel.
Hotels in Big Sur
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | L'Auberge Carmel, Relais & Chateaux |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Hotel Pacific |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Wave Street Inn |
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Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa
From 247$
Surrounded by landscaped grounds, this 5-star Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa features a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool. The luxury hotel offers accommodation with 550 rooms in the business area of Monterey.
The elegant property enjoys a beautiful location, within 87 km to Morgan Hill Caltrain station. The beach is adjacent to this Monterey hotel. There is Mark Thomas / Sloat bus stop a mere 5 minutes' walk away.