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6 Feb - 8 Feb
In two weeks
13 Feb - 15 Feb
In one month
27 Feb - 1 Mar
In two months
27 Mar - 29 Mar

Our top choices for Big Sur motels

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Best motel in the area within its price range. The hosts are super friendly and accommodating, and helped me to make a last minute change to my room type with no issues. Service was excellent and the hotel has a nice ocean view. Great location, very close to the elephant seal vista point and hearst castle."
United States
Muhammed Jawaad
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Coast Riders Inn
Lobby lounge

San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay and the proximity to the beach was a great perk! "
United States
Karen
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
San Simeon Lodge
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,078 reviews)
"The location was convenient, the room very clean, and the staff was very friendly. "
United States
Chris
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Castle Inn
Studio Cottage with Wet Bar

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Mission Fields
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Delightful place to stay!"
United States
Tamara
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Garden View

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
2.0 star property
Cambria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (689 reviews)
"Great stay! Will definitely be coming back! "
United States
Hanna
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Creekside Inn
Beach

Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean rooms, attentive staff. "
United States
Michael
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Sands by The Sea
Lobby

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,570 reviews)
"Clean property, very nice staff, well priced."
United States
Juliana
Pacific Inn
Family Room, Multiple Beds

El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,942 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Daniel
El Castell Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (873 reviews)
"Very nice overnight stay"
United States
Jonathan
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
Property map

Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,294 reviews)
"Great spot for "
United States
Anshuman
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Silver Surf Motel
Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,031 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Highly recommend. "
United States
Christopher
Sand Castle Inn
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, (580 reviews)
"Great Stay!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
Property grounds

Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, great location, good value."
United States
Brad
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Sea Breeze Inn
Spa

Keefer's Inn

Keefer's Inn
2.0 star property
King City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (989 reviews)
"The room was clean, and the front desk was polite at check-in. Was what we needed for the night and to be close to Pinnacles National Mt the next day. "
United States
Michael
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Keefer's Inn
Lobby sitting area

Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,720 reviews)
"The bed was comfy, the room clean, the staff nice."
United States
Hien
Stargazer Hotel
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, (894 reviews)
"Nice, clean room at a reasonable rate"
United States
Hans
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Jetted bathtub

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room ,walking distance to Dennys and other restaurants and the staff are nice."
United States
Marianette
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Exterior

Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Charming, great location, friendly check-in, great value"
United States
Jeanine
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Arbor Inn Monterey
Reception

Motel 6 King City, CA

Motel 6 King City, CA
2.0 star property
King City
6.6 out of 10, (775 reviews)
"Good for the price but the staff is super nice. "
China
Xiaoling
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Motel 6 King City, CA
Property entrance

The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Room was decent, bed are good and over all clean, nice area."
United States
Sahir
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
The Stevenson Monterey
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms. Good water pressure. "
Matthew 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Pacific Inn

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Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
21,424
Accommodation
66 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$96
Highest Price
AU$202

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 1038 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. El Castell Motel is located 37 km from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and parking, as well as room amenities such as a microwave. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown: 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 (37.2 km) away. Lovers Point Inn: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 25.6 mi (41.2 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Stargazer Hotel: Central Big Sur is 23 mi (37 km) away. Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages: 26 mi (41.9 km) from the heart of Big Sur. Enjoy access to the free parking, along with in-room amenities such as a microwave.
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 Jade Cove.
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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