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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, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful location and very dog friendly"
United States
Lorraine
The price is £194
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Carmel River Inn & Cottages
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

2. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,209 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
Hunter
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Sand Castle Inn
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden deck, and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.

3. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,111 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
El Castell Motel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

4. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,851 reviews)
"This was our third time staying at the Pacific Inn and everything was great as usual . Close to everything and very well maintained property . Will definitely be staying there again !"
United States
steven
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Pacific Inn
A spacious lobby with large windows, a colorful striped floor, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

5. Motel 6 Soledad, CA

Motel 6 Soledad, CA
2.5 star property
Soledad
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean rooms ,staff was great helping with any needs, very nice restaurant next door."
United States
Ted
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Motel 6 Soledad, CA
A house with a distinctive orange door, a small porch, and a view of hills in the background.

6. Contenta Inn

Contenta Inn
2.5 star property
Carmel Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (300 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Juan
The price is £156
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Contenta Inn
A motel with a parking lot, a car parked in the lot, and a tree in the foreground.

7. Motel 8 Soledad

Motel 8 Soledad
Soledad
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6 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 £64
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Motel 8 Soledad
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

8. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Padre Oaks
A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

9. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Villa Del Monte
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with new and clean facilities. The location is excellent, with easy access to nearby attractions. We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Xiaohong
The price is £86
additional charges may apply
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Lone Oak Lodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

10. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place, nice outside sitting area and easy access to all Monterrey has to offer"
United States
Nils
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stage Coach Lodge
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a fireplace, a TV, a bed, and a bathroom visible in the background.

11. Fisherman's Cove Inn

Fisherman's Cove Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (245 reviews)
"Great hotel in a nice area"
United States
Angel
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fisherman's Cove Inn
A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

12. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Surf Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,329 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
United States
Joseph
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Monterey Surf Inn
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.

13. Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn
2.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,471 reviews)
"Friendly staff and close to walking trails and restaurants."
United States
Tammie
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Lovers Point Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

14. The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,067 reviews)
"The room was clean, the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable able to help us with finding places to eat."
United States
Timothy
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Stevenson Monterey
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a desk.

15. Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice, clean little place. Would stay there again if on a budget."
United States
John
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Seaside 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice little Inn perfectly situated!"
United States
Brent
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Bide-A-Wee Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a balcony with a view of the parking lot and buildings.

17. Sand Dollar Inn

Sand Dollar Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Loved the number of outlet and it had a freezer. Also close to several restaurants."
United States
Johann
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Sand Dollar 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, (1,009 reviews)
"A decent place good location"
United States
Misty
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Deer Haven Inn
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

19. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,865 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Annie
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stargazer Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

20. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,159 reviews)
"Location-wise it was really good as it was just 3 miles to Cannery Row."
United States
Jordan
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
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Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

Bay Breeze Inn

Bay Breeze Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The Bay Breeze Inn is the best facility that I have stayed at in Seaside over the last three years. The room was large. The king size bed was wonderful. The microwave and refrigerator were more than adequate. The shower water strength was awesome. The staff were responsive. Parking was always available and free. I volunteer for Pebble Beach golf tournaments and getting there from the Inn is easy and about a 20 minute drive. Costco is 1/2 mile. Other grocery stores and restaurants are close by; some in walking distance."
Charles 6-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Bay Breeze Inn

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Big Sur Motels information

Number of reviews
12,092
Accommodation
66 Motels
Lowest Price
£54
Highest Price
£194

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 1037 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. Silver Surf Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central Big Sur is 58.5 mi (94.1 km) away. Pacific Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 23.1 mi (37.1 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, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and Big Sur River Inn.
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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