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Where to stay in Big Sur

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.

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

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 Lodge
We stayed on Thursday 2/28/26. Thankfully they let us check in one hour earlier (I did call beforehand to request it). The hotel allows you to do check in online beforehand and that was helpful. The hotel was quiet and we had a king room with a small deck and it was perfect. Bed was a little firm, ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Post Ranch Inn
Room had no heat but we were taken care of and moved to a beautiful suite. Yoga classes well run on time Yurt was warm. Drivers prompt professionals we had lots of rides because of RAIN food was super delicious much better than Vantanna
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

Premium Central Big Sur location, pool & spa, spectacular south views, 5 acres
This was, I believe, our 4th time staying here, and simply put, if you find anyplace comparable or superior in Big Sur (that is actually for rent), please let me know! This is a superb place.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Little European Lodge
This motel was in a great and easy location to be able to walk to everything from. The room was clean, but very basic, and a shelf or small table to put our toiletries on in the bathroom (and soap in the shower) would have been helpful!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Big Sur Lodge-Style House in Carmel with PANORAMIC Ocean, Bay & Valley VIEWS!
Pictures don’t do this place justice. It has everything you would need and then some. The downstairs game room was so nice to have since I have multiple teenage boys.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Hike, camp or picnic among the redwood trees, waterfalls and dramatic coastal cliffs that have inspired artists, poets and writers for the past century.

Pfeiffer Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Pfeiffer Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.

Big Sur Station
After visiting Big Sur Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the yoga studios.

McWay Falls
Walk to this pretty waterfall, stand at viewpoints with superb coastal views and spot varied wildlife in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
You can take time to visit Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park during your travels to Big Sur. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out its hiking trails.

Sand Dollar Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sand Dollar Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Big Sur. Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Big Sur McWay Falls opt 4 or 5 Hour Private Tour

Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people
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