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19 June - 21 June
In two weeks
26 June - 28 June
In one month
10 July - 12 July
In two months
7 Aug - 9 Aug

Our top choices for Big Sur motels

Beach nearby

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,133 reviews)
"Wonderful location and place to stay "
United States
Mark
The price is AU$309
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Castle Inn
Property grounds

Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The Seabreeze Inn is clean quiet and the bed was comfortable We have stayed here several times Great view of the sea"
United States
Jack
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Sea Breeze Inn
Dining

Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (935 reviews)
"Nice quite stay please with our stay"
United States
MILADY
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
Beach

Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Excellent stay !!"
United States
Tania
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Sands by The Sea
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
2.0 star property
Cambria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (762 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay, close to east side town, walking distance to restaurants and shoppings, we will be back next time "
United States
Jeff
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Creekside Inn
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Friendly stuff, clean room, reserved parking for each cottage."
United States
Hoi Ying
The price is AU$375
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Lobby lounge

San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Stopped here on the way up the PCH, only stayed one night but the staff were super friendly & the amenities were great. Would have loved to stay here longer."
United States
Ashley
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
San Simeon Lodge
Property map

Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,431 reviews)
"Very quiet and close to the beach."
United States
Cindy
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Silver Surf Motel
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Great place to stay and view all the scenic views in the area."
United States
Mark
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Coast Riders Inn
Spa

Keefer's Inn

Keefer's Inn
2.0 star property
King City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"We have stayed in the past and the staff remembered us which was nice."
United States
Josh
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Keefer's Inn
Outdoor dining

Cambria Palms Motel

Cambria Palms Motel
2.0 star property
Cambria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (806 reviews)
"This property was so cute! It was perfect for my boyfriend and I‘s anniversary trip. The bed was superduper comfortable and the location was amazing. If you’re looking for a quick, cute place to stay then this is it!"
United States
Bryce
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June
Cambria Palms Motel
Free self-parking

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
2.5 star property
San Simeon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (683 reviews)
"The hotel was nice and quiet, the breakfast was ok, the staff was friendly"
United States
STACY
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
Reception

Motel 6 King City, CA

Motel 6 King City, CA
2.0 star property
King City
6.6 out of 10, (821 reviews)
"Location is good and price is affordable. Staff were nice . But stay experience was okey considering average amenities."
United States
Praveen Kumar
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Motel 6 King City, CA
Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,118 reviews)
"My family loved staying here. Was are first time staying at the hotel . Would stay there again."
United States
david
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Sand Castle Inn
Beach nearby

Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Vyacheslav
The price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Deer Haven Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Convenient, close to the beach and food, shopping etc."
United States
Kyle
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Seaside Inn
Property entrance

Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (281 reviews)
"Clean, decent coffee for breakfast. After we learned there's bagels and cream cheese we went to a local grocery to get smoked salmon, baby greens, tomato and our next breakfast was truly royal! We also grabbed a fresh lemon from a lemon tree that grows on front of our patio there."
United States
Michal
The price is AU$282
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Contenta Inn
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,049 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Monik
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
Room, 1 King Bed

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,696 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
James
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Pacific Inn
Property grounds

Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"We like this place! We have stayed there multiple times."
United States
Miguel
The price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Bide-A-Wee Inn
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge

6/10 Okay
"View is beautiful. Very remote. Disappointed at the exterior. No staff. Self check-in. No amenities. The room was clean. Bathroom was very nice. No breakfast. Over priced. Suggest getting food before you get there."
Marianne 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Lucia Lodge

Find out more about Big Sur

Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
20,851
Accommodation
66 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$106
Highest Price
AU$375

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 1007 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. Lone Oak Lodge is located 37.2 km from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stargazer Hotel: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Big Sur is 23 mi (37 km) away. The Stevenson Monterey: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 23.3 mi (37.4 km) from the heart of Big Sur. El Castell Motel: Central Big Sur is 23 mi (37 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Lovers Point Inn: 25.6 mi (41.2 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Big Sur?
Enjoy the seaside in this romantic, relaxing 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, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and Limekiln 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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