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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Lobby
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1977)
"Great location "
The price is $219
$259 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Exterior
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1347)
"Love it and great for kids."
The price is $189
$253 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Bar (on property)
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1334)
"Gret location in th Connery zone "
The price is $323
$372 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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La Playa Hotel
Terrace/patio
La Playa Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The only bad thing is how the shower door opens and it gets the floor wet other than that amazing "
The price is $349
$458 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
La Playa Hotel
InterContinental the Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
Exterior
InterContinental the Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"One of the nicest Hotels i've stayed in. Everything was top notch "
The price is $260
$300 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
InterContinental the Clement Monterey, an IHG Hotel
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Beach nearby
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (632)
"Amazing all around."
The price is $374
$451 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
3 outdoor pools, open 5:30 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (713)
"Good place especially for families with kids. However, the restaurant service is poor--slow, tables not ready for reservation time (even when few people, they had us wait in the lobby and then after leading us to the table they combined them in front of us while we waited in between diners/other tables). Room Service had to come twice because they 'forgot' part of the order. Basically, the kitchen needs work! The maintenance of the room balcony areas were not clean. The buildings needed...
The price is $485
$610 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
The Quail Lodge
Lobby
The Quail Lodge
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Beautiful property in a great location"
The price is $325
$403 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
The Quail Lodge
Bernardus Lodge & Spa
Outdoor spa tub
Bernardus Lodge & Spa
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (579)
"A great getaway. I very much enjoyed my stay and my massage at the spa. Beautiful property. The staff were courteous and warm.I plan to be back. "
The price is $435
$566 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Bernardus Lodge & Spa
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Food and drink
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122)
"Celebrated our anniversary here and had An amazing time "
The price is $250
$327 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Le Petit Pali at Ocean Ave
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
Lobby sitting area
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"Beautiful "
The price is $280
$360 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave
Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
Restaurant
Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (15)
"This property was beautiful. The views- amazing. The staff was friendly at every turn. The check in process was lovely with a glass of Champagne. Would absolutely stay again. "
The price is $499
$587 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
L Auberge Carmel
Courtyard
L Auberge Carmel
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (479)
"One of the nicest Inns we’ve stayed at. Our room was spacious with a king size bed, two comfortable chairs, a huge bathroom with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. The extra amenities were wonderful including a Nespresso coffee pot, turndown service and homemade snacks. The included breakfast was delicious. "
The price is $547
$658 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
L Auberge Carmel
Villa Mara Carmel
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Villa Mara Carmel
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (99)
"What a beautiful little boutique hotel! If you want great service and conversation this is the place for you. Such a great night's sleep and comfortable room. Such amazing attention to detail. The owner must be artistic because everywhere you turn is eye candy! They really go above and beyond to anticipate every need you could have. We are already planning another vacation here! "
The price is $499
$651 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Villa Mara Carmel
Hotel 1110 - Adults Only
Beach/ocean view
Hotel 1110 - Adults Only
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"This hotel is a quaint little gem. From the moment we walked in, we were instantly comfortable and knew we were in a special place. The website says each room is thoughtfully curated - you can choose your unique room when you book online. Our room was cozy chic with a comfy bed, pillows, a Dyson fan, heated floors in the bathroom - other than being a bit small, the room was great. We were lucky enough to have dinner on the rooftop the evening we arrived and the included breakfast the following...
The price is $159
$203 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Hotel 1110 - Adults Only
Martine Inn
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Martine Inn
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (324)
"This place was absolutely beautiful! It was clean and very pleasant. The staff was informative and very nice. I will be back to this location next time we visit the area. I highly recommended the stay here "
The price is $214
$242 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Martine Inn
Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
Body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (332)
"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."
The price is $2,275
$2,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Alila Ventana Big Sur, All Inclusive Adults Only
Old Monterey Inn
Garden
Old Monterey Inn
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Amazing b&b. Great staff!"
The price is $287
$325 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Old Monterey Inn
The Vagabond's House
Courtyard
The Vagabond's House
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"It was a comfortable stay but for the price point I expected more. The breakfast was mediocre and the service folks were not friendly. Will not be staying here again. "
The price is $383
$430 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
The Vagabond's House
Lx47: Pebble Garden Retreat Home With Modern Kitchen
House, Multiple Beds (LX47: Pebble Garden Retreat Home With) | Property grounds
Lx47: Pebble Garden Retreat Home With Modern Kitchen
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"I can simply say, my expectations were exceeded! The property was perfect in every respect."
Lx47: Pebble Garden Retreat Home With Modern Kitchen

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Hotels as Charming as Big Sur

Big Sur saw its fair share of visitors in the last year. Our comment section contains comments to help you choose which accommodation is the perfect fit for your trip. When you reserve a 4-star hotel you can rest easy knowing that these properties are designed to satisfy your every need. These hotels strive to make the grounds and facilities pleasing during your visit. You won't have to search for to keep up with your workout routine, an energizing swim, or tasty lunch.

Rooms have been fashioned to keep your utmost comfort in mind, with amenities like premium bedding, designer bathroom products, and in-room tea or coffee. So, sit back and relax. Moreover, if you find that you are need of something else, you can rest assured the staff will do their best to ensure you stay happy during your time. These hotels are so nice that you'll regret the day you have to check-out.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Big Sur?
Unwind in upscale comfort at Alila Ventana Big Sur - Adults Only. According to reviews by our customers, this is one of Big Sur’s top 4-star hotels.
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Offering a friendly traveler experience and upscale décor, 4-star hotels are a wonderful option for your Big Sur break. These types of stays generally feature loads of useful amenities that make it easy to kick back and relax — think large beds, bathrobes, pools and restaurants. Or live in the lap of luxury at a 5-star hotel designed to pamper with exclusive perks and amenities. On-site health clubs, oversized bathrooms and world-class dining are typically featured at these plush properties.
Does Big Sur have any 4-star all-inclusive resorts?
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

5/5 Excellent
"Great location "
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Posted 3 days ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay