Big Sur Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Big Sur

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Lucia

You'll enjoy the mountain views and seaside views in Lucia. You might want to make time for a stop at New Camaldoli Hermitage or Limekiln State Park.

Lucia
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Posts

While visiting Posts, you might make a stop by sights like Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Los Padres National Forest.

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Big Sur Village

If you're spending some time in Big Sur Village, Andrew Molera State Park and Los Padres National Forest are top sights worth seeing.

Big Sur Village
Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge

3 out of 5
47225 Highway One Big Sur CA
The price is 4.086.110 ₫ per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
4.086.110 ₫
4.657.565 ₫ total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
The location is perfect for hiking. A nice breakfast place and gift store added to the experience. Plenty of hot water, comfortable beds and a nice fireplace.

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Big Sur Lodge
Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

4.5 out of 5
48123 Highway One Big Sur CA
The price is 52.671.276 ₫ per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
52.671.276 ₫
61.280.739 ₫ total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Big Sur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions The Henry Miller Memorial Library and Big Sur ...
9/10 Wonderful! (337 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
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is 5.312.470 ₫ per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
5.312.470 ₫
6.315.239 ₫ total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,790 reviews)
Clean room, bathroom was a little worn down, staff was great, didn’t get to try their breakfast or bar. Would stay here again.

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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.
Little European Lodge

Little European Lodge

3.5 out of 5
45 W Carmel Valley Rd Carmel Valley CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Carmel Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
Great stay!
My husband and I loved our stay here. The room was clean, the bed was comfy, and it was great to have a mini fridge, microwave and Keurig in the room. Communication from staff was great as well. We were happily surprised at what a cute little town this was. We visited Pelio winery and listened to ...

Reviewed on 15 Sept 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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The drive and views are second to none. No wonder the road gets closed occasionally!

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