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1. 5 Acres Pool/Spa, Walk To All Big Sur Has To Offer

2. Sunny Cove Motel

3. Santa Cruz Hostel

4. Spindrift Inn

Big Sur Hotels on the Beach with Balcony

5. Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay

6. Casablanca Inn On The Beach

7. Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Cheap Hotels in Big Sur On The Beach

8. Stargazer Hotel

9. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10. Stilwell Hotel

Best Hotels in Big Sur On The Beach

  • Top location
  • Beach access
5 Acres Pool/Spa, Walk To All Big Sur Has To Offer 5 Acres Pool/Spa, Walk To All Big Sur Has To Offer

5 Acres Pool/Spa, Walk To All Big Sur Has To Offer

48310 California 1
6.4 km (4.0 mi) from city center
246
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Hot spring bath
  • Pool with view
9.4
5 reviews
~ US$2770 / night

5 Acres Pool/Spa, Walk To All Big Sur Has To Offer

6.4 km (4.0 mi) from city center
246
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Hot spring bath
  • Pool with view

5 Acres Pool/Spa, Walk To All Big Sur Has To Offer

9.4
5 reviews
From US$ 2770 / night

Beach hotels near Big Sur

  • Beach access
Sunny Cove Motel Sunny Cove Motel

Sunny Cove Motel

21610 East Cliff Drive
78.8 km (49.0 mi) from Big Sur
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Golf centre
  • Pool with view

Cowell Beach stands 3.2 km away, and the community Jade Street Park is 2.7 km from the motel. Cultural sights in the area are Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (3.3 km) and The Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery (2.4 km).

The nearby landmarks of Capitola include East Cliff Village Shopping Center, located merely a 6-minute walk away.

The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.

9.2
631 reviews
~ US$155 / night

Sunny Cove Motel

78.8 km (49.0 mi) from Big Sur
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Golf centre
  • Pool with view

Sunny Cove Motel

Cowell Beach stands 3.2 km away, and the community Jade Street Park is 2.7 km from the motel. Cultural sights in the area are Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center (3.3 km) and The Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery (2.4 km).

The nearby landmarks of Capitola include East Cliff Village Shopping Center, located merely a 6-minute walk away.

The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.

9.2
631 reviews
From US$ 155 / night
  • Great deal
  • Beach access
Santa Cruz Hostel Santa Cruz Hostel

Santa Cruz Hostel

321 Main St
79.8 km (49.6 mi) from Big Sur
  • BBQ facilities
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Sun terrace
8.8
158 reviews
~ US$40 / night

Santa Cruz Hostel

79.8 km (49.6 mi) from Big Sur
  • BBQ facilities
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Sun terrace

Santa Cruz Hostel

8.8
158 reviews
From US$ 40 / night

Big Sur Hotels on the Beach with Balcony

  • Beach access
Spindrift Inn Spindrift Inn

Spindrift Inn

652 Cannery Row
39.4 km (24.5 mi) from Big Sur
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Terrace

Just 550 metres from Play Palace Amusement Center, the hotel is also just 0.7 km from San Carlos Beach Park. Cannery Row with numerous restaurants, shops, and the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium includes entertainment venues like the movie theater "Golden State Theatre" (2.1 km) and Coast Guard Pier (0.9 km).

You can easily find the paved Monterey Bay Coastal Trail Pathway within 2 km of the Spindrift Inn.

8.9
1102 reviews
~ US$184 / night

Spindrift Inn

39.4 km (24.5 mi) from Big Sur
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Terrace

Spindrift Inn

Just 550 metres from Play Palace Amusement Center, the hotel is also just 0.7 km from San Carlos Beach Park. Cannery Row with numerous restaurants, shops, and the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium includes entertainment venues like the movie theater "Golden State Theatre" (2.1 km) and Coast Guard Pier (0.9 km).

You can easily find the paved Monterey Bay Coastal Trail Pathway within 2 km of the Spindrift Inn.

8.9
1102 reviews
From US$ 184 / night
  • Popular choice
Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay

2030 North Fremont Street
36.6 km (22.8 mi) from Big Sur
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

The hotel has a good location nearly a 10-minute drive from the paved Monterey Bay Coastal Trail Pathway, while shopping venues like Del Monte Shopping Center are 3.1 km away. The Travelodge Monterey is also 2.7 km from such natural sights as Monterey State Historic Park.

The accommodation is located right around the corner from Planet Gemini and offers views of the city.

Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

7.7
3064 reviews
~ US$74 / night

Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay

36.6 km (22.8 mi) from Big Sur
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay

The hotel has a good location nearly a 10-minute drive from the paved Monterey Bay Coastal Trail Pathway, while shopping venues like Del Monte Shopping Center are 3.1 km away. The Travelodge Monterey is also 2.7 km from such natural sights as Monterey State Historic Park.

The accommodation is located right around the corner from Planet Gemini and offers views of the city.

Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

7.7
3064 reviews
From US$ 74 / night
  • Beach access
Casablanca Inn On The Beach Casablanca Inn On The Beach

Casablanca Inn On The Beach

101 Main Street
79.6 km (49.4 mi) from Big Sur
  • Car park
    US$ 35 per stay
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace

The centre of Santa Cruz can be reached in 15 minutes' walk of this smoke-free hotel, and such cultural venues as Museum of Art and History are 1.6 km away. The Casablanca is 300 metres from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and within a 10-minute drive of the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum lies a mere 1.7 km from the property.

This Santa Cruz hotel features a sun deck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course onsite.

8.1
1924 reviews
~ US$125 / night

Casablanca Inn On The Beach

79.6 km (49.4 mi) from Big Sur
  • Car park
    US$ 35 per stay
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace

Casablanca Inn On The Beach

The centre of Santa Cruz can be reached in 15 minutes' walk of this smoke-free hotel, and such cultural venues as Museum of Art and History are 1.6 km away. The Casablanca is 300 metres from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and within a 10-minute drive of the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum lies a mere 1.7 km from the property.

This Santa Cruz hotel features a sun deck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course onsite.

8.1
1924 reviews
From US$ 125 / night

Cheap Hotels in Big Sur On The Beach

  • Beach access
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

611 Third Street
79.9 km (49.7 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Garden area

This 4-star hotel lies around a 5-minute walk from Poet's Park and right around the corner from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. Pacific Garden Mall is within 1 km of the Rio Vista Inn & Suites, while 2nd Street & Leibrandt Avenue bus stop is approximately 200 metres away.

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is a 17-minute walk away.

8.3
729 reviews
~ US$79 / night

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

79.9 km (49.7 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Garden area

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

This 4-star hotel lies around a 5-minute walk from Poet's Park and right around the corner from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park. Pacific Garden Mall is within 1 km of the Rio Vista Inn & Suites, while 2nd Street & Leibrandt Avenue bus stop is approximately 200 metres away.

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is a 17-minute walk away.

8.3
729 reviews
From US$ 79 / night
  • Beach access
Stargazer Hotel Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel

1046 Munras Ave
36.6 km (22.8 mi) from Big Sur
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

The hotel is nestled in the Munras Avenue district of Monterey, just around the corner from the restaurant Doorbell Dining. The well-known Monterey Bay Aquarium is within a 3-km distance of the Stargazer, while Monterey Peninsula airport is 5 km from it.

Also, Jules Simoneau Plaza is situated nearly a 10-minute walk away. There is Coast Guard Pier 2.1 km away, and Monterey Transit Plaza bus station is within a few blocks of the accommodation.

A swimming pool is on-site at the Stargazer.

8.1
1717 reviews
~ US$99 / night

Stargazer Hotel

36.6 km (22.8 mi) from Big Sur
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Stargazer Hotel

The hotel is nestled in the Munras Avenue district of Monterey, just around the corner from the restaurant Doorbell Dining. The well-known Monterey Bay Aquarium is within a 3-km distance of the Stargazer, while Monterey Peninsula airport is 5 km from it.

Also, Jules Simoneau Plaza is situated nearly a 10-minute walk away. There is Coast Guard Pier 2.1 km away, and Monterey Transit Plaza bus station is within a few blocks of the accommodation.

A swimming pool is on-site at the Stargazer.

8.1
1717 reviews
From US$ 99 / night
  • Beach access
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr
38.3 km (23.8 mi) from Big Sur
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
    US$ 40 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Guests may find The Dali Expo Art Museum in close proximity to the 4-star hotel, and Seaside State Beach is about 100 metres away. The Monterey is a 5-minute walk from a pebbled beach.

The nonprofit public Monterey Bay Aquarium is 3.9 km away, and Morgan Hill Caltrain train station is situated 61 km from this property.

Feel free to enjoy hiking and cycling or an outdoor heated pool if time allows. Staying in shape is made easy at Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, which features a fitness studio with fitness classes available for guests.

8.2
722 reviews
~ US$110 / night

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

38.3 km (23.8 mi) from Big Sur
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
    US$ 40 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Guests may find The Dali Expo Art Museum in close proximity to the 4-star hotel, and Seaside State Beach is about 100 metres away. The Monterey is a 5-minute walk from a pebbled beach.

The nonprofit public Monterey Bay Aquarium is 3.9 km away, and Morgan Hill Caltrain train station is situated 61 km from this property.

Feel free to enjoy hiking and cycling or an outdoor heated pool if time allows. Staying in shape is made easy at Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, which features a fitness studio with fitness classes available for guests.

8.2
722 reviews
From US$ 110 / night

Pet Friendly Hotels in Big Sur on The Beach

  • Best-rated
  • Beach access
Stilwell Hotel Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel

San Carlos Street At 5Th Avenue P.O. Box 951
33.6 km (20.9 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Patio

This hotel is located near an entertainment district within a few blocks of Sunset Center. The Laid-back sweeping white Carmel Sandy Beach is 1.4 km from the 4-star hotel, while Junipero / 4th & 5th bus stop is 150 metres away.

The Stilwell also gives quick access to Caraccioli Cellars, which is 5 minutes' walk away.

9.2
491 reviews
~ US$218 / night

Stilwell Hotel

33.6 km (20.9 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Patio

Stilwell Hotel

This hotel is located near an entertainment district within a few blocks of Sunset Center. The Laid-back sweeping white Carmel Sandy Beach is 1.4 km from the 4-star hotel, while Junipero / 4th & 5th bus stop is 150 metres away.

The Stilwell also gives quick access to Caraccioli Cellars, which is 5 minutes' walk away.

9.2
491 reviews
From US$ 218 / night
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

1255 41St Avenue
79.1 km (49.2 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

The hotel lies around 10 minutes on foot from Brommer Street Park and within reach of the community Jade Street Park. The Fairfield Inn & Suites is only 1.6 km from Esplanade Park in Capitola.

The accommodation is located right around the corner from CineLux Capitola Cafe & Lounge Movie Theater.

Guests can relax by an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Guests will also enjoy the benefits of fitness classes available at an exercise room within the Fairfield Inn & Suites Capitola.

9.1
342 reviews
~ US$164 / night

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

79.1 km (49.2 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

The hotel lies around 10 minutes on foot from Brommer Street Park and within reach of the community Jade Street Park. The Fairfield Inn & Suites is only 1.6 km from Esplanade Park in Capitola.

The accommodation is located right around the corner from CineLux Capitola Cafe & Lounge Movie Theater.

Guests can relax by an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Guests will also enjoy the benefits of fitness classes available at an exercise room within the Fairfield Inn & Suites Capitola.

9.1
342 reviews
From US$ 164 / night
  • Guest favorite
  • Beach access
Beach Street Inn And Suites Beach Street Inn And Suites

Beach Street Inn And Suites

125 Beach Street
79.6 km (49.5 mi) from Big Sur
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
    US$ 20 per day
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Heated swimming pool

The hotel in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz is just 1.5 km from Museum of Art and History and 2.9 km from such shopping venues as East Cliff Village Shopping Center. The Beach Street Inn Santa Cruz provides easy access to To Honor Surfing Monument, which is nearly a 15-minute walk away.

Also, Dutra Overlook Park is situated merely 550 metres away. Cowell's Beach Surf Shop is in the immediate vicinity of the accommodation.

You can benefit from a swimming pool that comes with a hot tub.

8.9
1258 reviews
~ US$279 / night

Beach Street Inn And Suites

79.6 km (49.5 mi) from Big Sur
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
    US$ 20 per day
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Heated swimming pool

Beach Street Inn And Suites

The hotel in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz is just 1.5 km from Museum of Art and History and 2.9 km from such shopping venues as East Cliff Village Shopping Center. The Beach Street Inn Santa Cruz provides easy access to To Honor Surfing Monument, which is nearly a 15-minute walk away.

Also, Dutra Overlook Park is situated merely 550 metres away. Cowell's Beach Surf Shop is in the immediate vicinity of the accommodation.

You can benefit from a swimming pool that comes with a hot tub.

8.9
1258 reviews
From US$ 279 / night
  • Beach access
Monterey Hostel Monterey Hostel

Monterey Hostel

778 Hawthorne Street
39.5 km (24.5 mi) from Big Sur
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace
8.5
578 reviews
~ US$42 / night

Monterey Hostel

39.5 km (24.5 mi) from Big Sur
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace

Monterey Hostel

8.5
578 reviews
From US$ 42 / night
Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites

1435 41St Ave
79.3 km (49.3 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Located just 6 minutes on foot from O'Neill Surf Shop, this Capitola hotel lies in the vicinity of shopping venues such as Capitola Mall. Sunnyvale is 45 km from Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites, while CineLux Capitola Cafe & Lounge Movie Theater is only 600 metres away.

Guests might as well visit Brommer Street Park, which is merely 12 minutes' walk away. The community Jade Street Park is about 700 metres from the property.

The Best Western offers an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Keeping fit at this hotel is convenient thanks to an exercise room that offers fitness classes.

8.6
448 reviews
~ US$133 / night

Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites

79.3 km (49.3 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites

Located just 6 minutes on foot from O'Neill Surf Shop, this Capitola hotel lies in the vicinity of shopping venues such as Capitola Mall. Sunnyvale is 45 km from Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites, while CineLux Capitola Cafe & Lounge Movie Theater is only 600 metres away.

Guests might as well visit Brommer Street Park, which is merely 12 minutes' walk away. The community Jade Street Park is about 700 metres from the property.

The Best Western offers an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Keeping fit at this hotel is convenient thanks to an exercise room that offers fitness classes.

8.6
448 reviews
From US$ 133 / night
Best Western Park Crest Inn Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn

1100 Munras Avenue
36.6 km (22.7 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf centre
  • Heated swimming pool

The hotel in the Munras Avenue district of Monterey is 2.1 km from Coast Guard Pier and 2.9 km from such shopping venues as Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall. When staying at the Best Western Monterey, you'll be in proximity to Don Dahvee Park.

Guests might as well visit Whispering Pines Park, which is just a 9-minute walk away. Families travelling to Monterey will enjoy being 3.1 km from the known Monterey Bay Aquarium.

The accommodation has a pebble stone beach area with beach towels. Other activities include snorkelling, boating, and hiking.

8
786 reviews
~ US$65 / night

Best Western Park Crest Inn

36.6 km (22.7 mi) from Big Sur
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Best Western Park Crest Inn

The hotel in the Munras Avenue district of Monterey is 2.1 km from Coast Guard Pier and 2.9 km from such shopping venues as Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall. When staying at the Best Western Monterey, you'll be in proximity to Don Dahvee Park.

Guests might as well visit Whispering Pines Park, which is just a 9-minute walk away. Families travelling to Monterey will enjoy being 3.1 km from the known Monterey Bay Aquarium.

The accommodation has a pebble stone beach area with beach towels. Other activities include snorkelling, boating, and hiking.

8
786 reviews
From US$ 65 / night
  • Beach access
Pacific Gardens Inn Pacific Gardens Inn

Pacific Gardens Inn

701 Asilomar Boulevard
40.7 km (25.3 mi) from Big Sur
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Luggage storage
  • Jacuzzi

You'll need 20-minute drive to Monterey Peninsula airport. The hotel is 2.2 km from Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History in Pacific Grove.

The known Monterey Bay Aquarium can also be found about a 10-minute ride from the Pacific Gardens Pacific Grove.

You will find a hot tub in the pool area.

8.5
665 reviews
~ US$140 / night

Pacific Gardens Inn

40.7 km (25.3 mi) from Big Sur
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Luggage storage
  • Jacuzzi

Pacific Gardens Inn

You'll need 20-minute drive to Monterey Peninsula airport. The hotel is 2.2 km from Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History in Pacific Grove.

The known Monterey Bay Aquarium can also be found about a 10-minute ride from the Pacific Gardens Pacific Grove.

You will find a hot tub in the pool area.

8.5
665 reviews
From US$ 140 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Big Sur, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
5 Acres Pool/Spa, Walk To All Big Sur Has To Offer

9.4 / 10

(5 Reviews)

From 2770$
Sunny Cove Motel

9.2 / 10

(631 Reviews)

From 155$
Santa Cruz Hostel

8.8 / 10

(158 Reviews)

From 40$
Spindrift Inn

8.9 / 10

(1102 Reviews)

From 184$
Travelodge By Wyndham Monterey Bay

7.7 / 10

(3064 Reviews)

From 74$

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