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Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1704)
"Perfect location and accessible to dining and entertainment."
United States
Margie
The price is ₹18,802
₹22,229 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View | View from room
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
3.5 star property
San Simeon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1766)
"Very nice resort! I’ll stay here again!"
United States
ALICIA
The price is ₹11,772
₹13,266 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Front of property
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1452)
"Great staff, good location"
United States
Sam
The Monterey Hotel
Spanish cuisine
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1653)
"Service was great! "
United States
Dan
The price is ₹19,790
₹22,981 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Exterior detail
Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Monterey Vista
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1425)
"Very convenient location, quiet, comfortable bed."
United States
Diane
The price is ₹9,861
₹11,296 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Mariposa Inn & Suites
Lobby
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
3.5 star property
Seaside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1373)
"Beautiful hotel in a nice area 😍very clean and cozy .Breakfast was delicious ."
United States
Kateryna
The price is ₹14,322
₹18,336 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Front of property
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
3.0 star property
Cambria
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Conveniently located across the street from the beach. The staff is friendly & helpful. The rooms are very cozy. The beds are very comfortable. We always stay here when attending the Cambria Christmas Market."
United States
Jason
The price is ₹12,078
₹13,611 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Terrace/patio
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1378)
"Nice room, friendly staff, great location!"
United States
Sarah
Hotel Pacific
Front of property
Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1530)
"Excellent hotel within walking distance of the aquarium and restaurants which was a plus!"
United States
Corey
The price is ₹19,790
₹22,516 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Victorian Inn
Rooftop terrace
Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1010)
"View was great and proximity to lots of restaurants "
United States
Naresh
The price is ₹27,110
₹30,787 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Monterey Bay Inn
Restaurant
Red Lion Hotel Monterey

Red Lion Hotel Monterey

Red Lion Hotel Monterey
3.0 star property
Monterey
6.6 out of 10, (1003)
"Very nice staff and extremely accommodating "
United States
nathan
The price is ₹6,927
₹8,328 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Red Lion Hotel Monterey
Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
3.0 star property
Monterey
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"The staff was professional, friendly, and accommodating. The room was clean and well-cared for. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely stay there again!"
United States
Deborah
The price is ₹12,829
₹15,059 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Castle Inn

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1050)
"Have stayed here a couple times, Clean rooms and good breakfast "
United States
Ortencia
The price is ₹9,398
₹10,573 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Castle Inn
Exterior
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
3.5 star property
Retreat
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Lovely stay!"
United States
Shauna
The price is ₹7,591
₹8,761 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Exterior
Pine Inn

Pine Inn

Pine Inn
3.5 star property
Golden Rectangle
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Fabulous place to stay!"
United States
willian
The price is ₹18,509
₹21,234 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Pine Inn
View from room
Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1093)
"Location, staff, breakfast, clean room, sound of the ocean all night. "
United States
Michael
The price is ₹12,109
₹13,623 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Sand Pebbles Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, sea views
Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Ragged Point Inn and Resort
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Absolutely perfect stay I cannot wait to return. "
United States
Alicia
The price is ₹12,561
₹14,132 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ragged Point Inn and Resort
Terrace/patio
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
3.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1317)
"Beautiful property. Quiet, which is a nice break coming from the city of Los Angeles. Breakfast options are plentiful and delicious! "
United States
Vivian
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge
3.0 star property
Beach Tract
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"The location of the hotel is nice. The check-in process was straightforward and the room was nice. "
United States
Michael
The price is ₹10,216
₹11,686 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Olympia Lodge
Exterior
Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great Location, clean room, and great service. "
United States
Mohamad
The price is ₹16,085
₹21,019 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Monterey Marriott
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is ₹17,404 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
₹17,404
₹20,708 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
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Learn more about Big Sur

Towering redwoods meet dramatic sea cliffs along Highway 1, where pullouts reveal jaw-dropping Pacific views. Hike to McWay Falls in the morning when fog lifts, then grab lunch at Nepenthe where locals insist you sit on the outdoor deck.

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McWay Falls which includes a sandy beach, a bay or harbour and rugged coastline

Top Big Sur Hotel Reviews

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff"
Rick 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Monterey Hotel
Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Everything about Mariposa Inn & suites wss geeat starting with customer service in the front lobby.."
Hugo 7-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Mariposa Inn & Suites

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