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Our top choices for Pfeiffer Beach hotels

1. Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge
3 km from Pfeiffer Beach
United States
George
€290
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Big Sur Lodge

2. Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn
Posts, 4.2 km from Pfeiffer Beach
United States
Stacey
€2,425
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Post Ranch Inn
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Top Pfeiffer Beach Hotel Reviews

Carmel Bay View Inn

Carmel Bay View Inn

8/10 Good
"Nice breakfast and great location"
Elisabetta 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Carmel Bay View Inn
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn

10/10 Excellent
"This was a perfect place to stop along our PCH trip! The staff was so nice, the views were amazing, close to Point Lobos and Carmel. A gem! Truly!"
Tricia 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

8/10 Good
"Room was excellent but no a/c. Carpets in common areas need thorough cleaning."
Gustav 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
The Monterey Hotel
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel. Restaurant was great. Very close into town"
Tish 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Carmel Mission Inn
The Quail

The Quail

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome staff! Awesome facility! Will be visiting again!"
Maribel 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Quail
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful views!"
Nitesh 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Valley Lodge and Resort

Carmel Valley Lodge and Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Such a cute family owned hotel with a great breakfast and beautiful pool and grounds"
Hayley 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Carmel Valley Lodge and Resort
Big Sur Lodge

Big Sur Lodge

8/10 Good
"Big Sur is one of the most beautiful places in California hands down. Having the trail so close to our cabin was great, the only bummer was I couldn't figure out how to work the heater. I made a fire and after 90minutes of it burning the fire alarm went off. The smoke detector was nowhere to be reached and it woke and disrupted neighbors. We fanned the room with pillows and opened the doors which stopped the beeping, but we lost all the heat from the fire. The shower was the best shower we've ever experienced on ANY trip. Beds were decent, bedspreads were just thin and chilly. (We were chilly because we're from Fresno where it's 105)"
Alison 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Big Sur Lodge
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Carmel River Inn & Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"This property is located near the shopping center. You have your own shack with a kitchen, living room, room and bedroom. Beds were comfortable and everyone was pretty quiet just depending on the guest we had next-door. I wish we would’ve got one of the sharks that did not have a door to the neighbors because you could hear talking and tv through walls. Inn has nice trail that goes around grounds and is located right off the Carmel River (creek)."
JON 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Carmel River Inn & Cottages

Other attractions near Pfeiffer Beach

A coastal landscape with a prominent hill featuring a lighthouse and a beach.

Big Sur Station

9.2/10 (75 reviews)
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.
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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

9.4/10 (835 reviews)
Hike, camp or picnic among the redwood trees, waterfalls and dramatic coastal cliffs that have inspired artists, poets and writers for the past century.
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Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach

You can learn about the history of Big Sur when you stop by Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
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Wreck Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wreck Beach during your trip to Big Sur? Amble around this romantic area's seaside or seek out the hiking trails.
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Big Sur River Inn

Learn about the local history of Big Sur when you take a trip to Big Sur River Inn.
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Big Sur Spirit Garden

8.0/10 (1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Big Sur Spirit Garden, a lovely green space in Big Sur. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.
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The Henry Miller Memorial Library

After visiting The Henry Miller Memorial Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Big Sur.
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Molera Ranch House Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Molera Ranch House Museum in Big Sur. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pfeiffer Beach?
Pfeiffer Beach is located in Big Sur. Travellers like this scenic area for its seaside and hiking. You'll find 6 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Pfeiffer Beach?
Big Sur Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.8 mi (3 km) from Pfeiffer Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Post Ranch Inn and Alila Ventana Big Sur.
How many hotels are there near Pfeiffer Beach?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Pfeiffer Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pfeiffer Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Pfeiffer Beach.
What can I see and do near Pfeiffer Beach?
Sights like Keyhole Arch at Pfeiffer Beach and Molera Ranch House Museum highlight some of the local culture. Surround yourself with nature at Wreck Beach, Big Sur Spirit Garden and Big Sur Discovery Center. You might plan a visit to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park or Andrew Molera State Park while you're in the area.