Big Sur Travel Guide

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McWay Falls featuring a bay or harbour, a sandy beach and rocky coastline
Bixby Bridge featuring rocky coastline, a bridge and general coastal views
Big Sur
Bixby Bridge which includes a bridge
McWay Falls featuring a beach, general coastal views and rocky coastline

If a place has one of the “best drives on earth”, you’d be mad not to check it out.

Big Sur is a 137-kilometre stretch of Californian coastline. It’s rugged, wild and spectacular — bucket list material. Take a car or motorbike around its winding route, or hike along streams in the valleys and wildflower fields, scanning for the best mountain vistas. If you’re patient, you might get a glimpse of some migrating sea life or birds of prey. Big Sur has cast its spell on many a big name (Jack Kerouac and Clint Eastwood for starters) let it work its magic on you.

Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge

3 out of 5
47225 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
The price is AU$507 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$507
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,027 reviews)
"Room was very clean, some things closed, staff unorganized, seemed stressed, overall a positive experience and would definitely go back."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Big Sur Lodge
Lucia Lodge

Lucia Lodge

3 out of 5
62400 California 1, Big Sur, CA
The price is AU$518 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$518
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Big Sur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions New Camaldoli Hermitage and Limekiln State Wilderness ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
"Great Grreat view. Tried to call several times to speak with somone about"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Lucia Lodge
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

4.5 out of 5
48123 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$3,930 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$3,930
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Big Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and The Henry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (334 reviews)
"Alway a beautiful place to stay at. The staff is exceptional in all areas."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort
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.
Amazing Views! SOUTH COAST Big Sur; located SOUTH of HWY 1 Closure

Amazing Views! SOUTH COAST Big Sur; located SOUTH of HWY 1 Closure

Big Sur
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Big Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jade Cove and Sand Dollar ...
10/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect, as always! We’ll be back!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Amazing Views! SOUTH COAST Big Sur; located SOUTH of HWY 1 Closure
Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres

Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres

Big Sur
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Big Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and The ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
"Amazing property! Whales breaching, condors circling, fox, bobcats. We saw it all. It was hard to leave. If it ever goes up for sale I’d be interested!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres
Little European Lodge

Little European Lodge

3.5 out of 5
45 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Carmel Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
"Really cute and clean, would recommend."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Little European Lodge
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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