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Our top choices for Big Sur motels

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Castle Inn

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1050)
"Have stayed here a couple times, Clean rooms and good breakfast "
United States
Ortencia
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Castle Inn
Lobby lounge
San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Checking in with Luis, was easy and smooth. "
United States
Lizeth
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
San Simeon Lodge
Spa
Keefer's Inn

Keefer's Inn

Keefer's Inn
2.0 star property
King City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (983)
"Clean room, staff good "
United States
Scott
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Keefer's Inn
Property map
Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1252)
"Staff were excellent Rooms were clean Area felt safe "
Australia
Amy
The price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Silver Surf Motel
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Cute cottages, clean & comfortable and the staff is great! "
United States
Tina
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Free self-parking
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
2.5 star property
San Simeon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (555)
"Breakfast was ok, property needs some work"
United States
Jadwiga
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
Beach
Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Wonderful staff wonderful room Love it"
United States
willow
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sands by The Sea
Property grounds
Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Clean rooms, the location is great!"
United States
Ruby
The price is AU$84
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sea Breeze Inn
Family Room, Multiple Beds
El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1907)
"Nice little Motel. Definitely staying here again with the family. They actually have a 3 queen option which is great for a family with kids. "
United States
JOSE
El Castell Motel
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View
Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
2.0 star property
Cambria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (668)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Gerald
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Creekside Inn
Lobby
Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1527)
"Yes rooms are clean staff is helpful, stayed here multiple times"
United States
Kelly
Pacific Inn
Reception
Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (864)
"I want to thank Gary, Yuyu and all staff for being so helpful!! Great customer service!!"
United States
silvia
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View
Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Friendly staff and clean room "
United States
Antoine
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Coast Riders Inn
Property entrance
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Friendly staff, clean room, parking on site, great location. "
United States
Dennis
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Stevenson Monterey
Exterior detail
Stargazer Inn and Suites

Stargazer Inn and Suites

Stargazer Inn and Suites
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1699)
"Great property and the 6 people room is legit spacious, very close to Monterey tourist sites!"
United States
Bhavin
Stargazer Inn and Suites
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"I had a great stay!"
United States
Michael
Sand Castle Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (574)
"Very nice place in their animal friendly :-)"
United States
David
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Carmel Hill Lodge
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (855)
"Great place to stay and just a 5 minute drive to the beaches "
United States
Raul
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
Terrace/patio
Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Easy parking, clean room, fairly quiet. "
Australia
Ashlee
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Lone Oak Lodge
Third Floor Deluxe Suite | Jetted bathtub
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn
2.0 star property
Beach Tract
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1194)
"Great location, clean room."
United States
Inna
Lovers Point Inn
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Spacious room. Great staff. "
lucia 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Find out more about Big Sur

Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
21,122
Accommodation
56 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$74
Highest Price
AU$201

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 988 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. Stargazer Inn and Suites is located 37 km from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and terrace. The Stevenson Monterey: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Central Big Sur is 23.3 mi (37.4 km) away. El Castell Motel: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and laundry facilities. Located 23 mi (37 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Pacific Inn: Central Big Sur is 23.1 mi (37.1 km) away. Free WiFi, parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Monterey Surf Inn: 22.8 mi (36.7 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and a manager's reception.
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 Sand Dollar Beach. 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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