Big Sur Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Bixby Bridge showing a bridge, rugged coastline and general coastal views
If a place has one of the “best drives on earth”, you’d be mad not to check it out.

Big Sur is a 137-kilometre stretch of Californian coastline. It’s rugged, wild and spectacular — bucket list material. Take a car or motorbike around its winding route, or hike along streams in the valleys and wildflower fields, scanning for the best mountain vistas. If you’re patient, you might get a glimpse of some migrating sea life or birds of prey. Big Sur has cast its spell on many a big name (Jack Kerouac and Clint Eastwood for starters) let it work its magic on you.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹18,050 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
₹18,050
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,942 reviews)
"Staff was attentive yet allowed space for relaxation. This can be a difficult balance to strike yet they’ve achieved it."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
4.5 out of 5
48123 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Big Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Big Sur ...
9/10 Wonderful! (332 reviews)
"I loved everything from the time we arrived to the time we left, and the staff was so polite. We will definitely be visiting again."

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2023

Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
Big Sur Lodge
Big Sur Lodge
3 out of 5
47225 Highway One, Big Sur, CA
Stay at this hotel in Big Sur. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Pfeiffer ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (889 reviews)
"Excellent location in the woods."

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2024

Big Sur 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.
Little European Lodge
Little European Lodge
2.5 out of 5
45 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Carmel Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Talbotts Vineyards and Chock Rock Vineyard Tasting ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
Lovely, quaint motel in the heart of Carmel Valley
"This very sweet motel is smack dab in the middle of Carmel Valley close to restaurants and wine tasting rooms. It is extremely convenient, safe, and comfortable. The staff go above and beyond to try to make your stay as wonderful as possible. They are very generous with Keurig pods, water, and little ..."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

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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5 Oct 2019

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

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