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27 Dec - 28 Dec
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28 Dec - 29 Dec
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2 Jan - 4 Jan
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9 Jan - 11 Jan

Our top choices for Big Sur 3-star hotels

Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1722)
"Nice rooms, nice pool area with heated pool and jacuzzi…"
United States
Connie
The price is HK$1,554
HK$1,843 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Exterior
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
3.5 star property
San Simeon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1774)
"Loved having the fireplace in the room, beautiful beach"
United States
Katherine
The price is HK$846
HK$954 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Front of property
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1470)
"Love this hotel!"
United States
Jennal
The Monterey Hotel
Spanish cuisine
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1669)
"Clean rooms and beautiful property, beds are also very comfortable as well. "
United States
Yazmin
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Lobby sitting area
Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Monterey Vista
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1429)
"It was wonderful spot, just would have liked a little better breakfast (specifically something with protein)."
United States
Brian
The price is HK$902
HK$1,033 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Mariposa Inn & Suites
Building design
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
3.5 star property
Seaside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1402)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast, comfortable beds."
United States
Krystal
The price is HK$1,268
HK$1,619 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Beach nearby
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
3.0 star property
Cambria
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Lovely place !"
United States
Michaela
The price is HK$1,332
HK$1,502 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Terrace/patio
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1401)
"Clean room, kind staff, great location! "
United States
Justina
Hotel Pacific
Front of property
Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
New Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1531)
"Excellent hotel within walking distance of the aquarium and restaurants which was a plus!"
United States
Corey
Victorian Inn
Rooftop terrace
Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"very good hotel with spacious parking and very nice staff!!!"
United States
Lei
Monterey Bay Inn
Restaurant
Red Lion Hotel Monterey

Red Lion Hotel Monterey

Red Lion Hotel Monterey
3.0 star property
Monterey
6.6 out of 10, (1002)
"Everything well"
United States
Dora
The price is HK$521
HK$631 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Red Lion Hotel Monterey
Exterior
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
3.0 star property
Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Room was very nice and clean, staff were very courteous. Restaurant meals were excellent, servers were very helpful.."
United States
Danielle
The price is HK$1,182
HK$1,385 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
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, (1057)
"clean room , nice location , perfect for relax"
United States
valeri
The price is HK$886
HK$997 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Castle Inn
Front of property
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
3.5 star property
Retreat
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Super cute for a short stay, friendly staff and great area."
United States
Jasmine
The price is HK$715
HK$824 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Exterior
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

Pine Inn
3.5 star property
Golden Rectangle
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Hotel is nice."
United States
Michael
The price is HK$1,762
HK$2,018 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Pine Inn
Beach nearby, beach towels
Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1097)
"Great staff, great location across from ocean, clean big rooms, highly recommend "
United States
Michele
The price is HK$1,041
HK$1,172 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sand Pebbles Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, sea views
Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"The location was perfect!"
United States
Amir
The price is HK$1,080
HK$1,215 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Ragged Point Inn and Resort
Terrace/patio
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
3.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1324)
"The breakfast was great. "
United States
Dawn
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
Property entrance
Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge
3.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Very comfortable place to stay 2nd time staying "
United States
Enrique
The price is HK$749
HK$860 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Olympia Lodge
Meeting facility
Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great Location, clean room, and great service. "
United States
Mohamad
The price is HK$1,515
HK$1,961 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Monterey Marriott
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is HK$1,520 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
HK$1,520
HK$1,807 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2,854 reviews)
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Learn more about Big Sur

Towering redwoods meet dramatic sea cliffs along Highway 1, where pullouts reveal jaw-dropping Pacific views. Hike to McWay Falls in the morning when fog lifts, then grab lunch at Nepenthe where locals insist you sit on the outdoor deck.

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McWay Falls which includes a sandy beach, a bay or harbour and rugged coastline

Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely historic hotel with good service. Please don’t add grey click-lock flooring or modern furniture! Don’t change a thing!"
Amber 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Monterey Hotel
Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"good"
carlos 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Mariposa Inn & Suites

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Big Sur?
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