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Our top choices for Big Sur motels

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view of the outside.

1. Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic place, highly recommended"
United States
Giacomo
The price is HK$1,617
HK$1,803 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A house with a distinctive orange door, a small porch, and a view of hills in the background.

2. Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (302 reviews)
"Great location and looks to be newly remodeled with great attention to detail. Very cute decor!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is HK$1,405
HK$1,566 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Contenta Inn
A spacious living room with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a large window with curtains.

3. Carmel Inn And Suites

Carmel Inn And Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Carmel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The King Suite was spacious and comfortable with unique quality furniture. Parking on site and walking distance to shops and restaurants. Very quiet neighborhood, Polite staff, good amenities, reasonable and competitive rates."
United States
Don
The price is HK$872
HK$1,100 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Carmel Inn And Suites
A wooden sign for a resort inn with a 'No Vacancy' sign above it.

4. Carmel Resort Inn

Carmel Resort Inn
2.0 star property
Northeast Carmel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"so cute would stay again"
United States
stephanie
The price is HK$893
HK$1,101 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Carmel Resort Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,202 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Julio
The price is HK$581
HK$676 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A building with a blue dolphin sculpture surrounded by purple flowers.

6. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was clean and comfortable for a great price. Free parking"
United States
william
The price is HK$560
HK$707 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Padre Oaks
A spacious lobby with large windows, a colorful striped floor, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

7. Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay! I would definitely recommend staying here"
United States
Joshua
The price is HK$847
HK$996 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

8. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,900 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is HK$565
HK$651 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stargazer Hotel
A building with a tiled roof, a door labeled 'OFFICE,' and a sign indicating '1013 OPEN.'

9. Motel 8 Soledad

Motel 8 Soledad
Soledad
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
"The staff were very nice and helpful rooms were clean. Lots of parking. I highly recommend staying at this motel."
United States
Maria
The price is HK$558
HK$625 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Motel 8 Soledad
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

10. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,906 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
The price is HK$586
HK$674 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Pacific Inn
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and indoor seating area.

11. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,084 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Douglas
The price is HK$459
HK$531 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
El Castell Hotel
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

12. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"We loved the landscaping & the mattresses were very comfortable."
United States
Jessica
The price is HK$612
HK$793 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Monterey Bay Lodge
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and dense green foliage.

13. Andril Fireplace Cottages

Andril Fireplace Cottages
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (723 reviews)
"Great property Very enjoyable quiet stay Highly recommend"
United States
Gregory
The price is HK$1,589
HK$1,838 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Andril Fireplace Cottages
A rocky coastline with a tree and ocean waves.

14. Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages

Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
2.5 star property
Beach Tract
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,173 reviews)
"Fantastic stay! Amazing room! Comfortable beds Perfect parking , Great location, Highly recommend this Beautiful hotel."
United States
Diana
The price is HK$741
HK$893 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Lovers Point Inn' sign, outdoor seating area, and an 'Office' sign indicating a business space.

15. Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn
2.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,506 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room. Easy parking too."
United States
Antoinette
The price is HK$690
HK$794 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Lovers Point Inn
A residential area with a narrow pathway flanked by blue flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges, leading to houses with red roofs.

16. Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Pleasant stay here we enjoyed our 2 nights here, we will definitely be coming back!!"
United States
David
The price is HK$929
HK$1,061 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Bide-A-Wee Inn
A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

17. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,335 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
United States
Joseph
The price is HK$581
HK$668 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Monterey Surf Inn
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore. There are houses and trees in the background.

18. Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Evelyn
The price is HK$784
HK$947 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Deer Haven Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

19. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Yasmeen
The price is HK$699
HK$803 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stage Coach Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

20. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (208 reviews)
"Clean rooms, excellent staff, parking easy and safe"
Canada
Victoria
The price is HK$502
HK$629 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Pelican Inn Monterey
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"minor point... it can be a labrinth to get to your room. it's the personality of the real estate. however, if a staff member can see there's a deer in the head lights look in a "client" after being told the navigation instructions, recognize that and make sure there is staff available to help navigate the premises."
Bryan 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Find out more about Big Sur

Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
16,809
Accommodation
66 Motels
Lowest Price
HK$531
Highest Price
HK$1,838

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Big Sur?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Big Sur, allow Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from more than 1039 accommodation options in the area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveller taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Big Sur?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. The Stevenson Monterey is located 37.4 km from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Pacific Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central Big Sur is 23.1 mi (37.1 km) away. Silver Surf Motel: Enjoy access to the rooftop terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 58.5 mi (94.1 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Lovers Point Inn: Central Big Sur is 25.6 mi (41.2 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as heating. Stargazer Hotel: 23 mi (37 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Big Sur?
Enjoy the seaside in this relaxing, romantic area while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Pfeiffer Beach, McWay Falls and Los Padres National Forest. To learn more about local history, take some time at Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach and Molera Ranch House Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Andrew Molera State Park and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
What's the weather like in Big Sur?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Big Sur to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Big Sur is 496 mm.
What are my options for getting around Big Sur while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Big Sur to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is located 22.7 mi (36.6 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 29.7 mi (47.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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