Big Sur Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and coffee shop/cafe

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Exterior
Property grounds
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, bed sheets
Property grounds
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$385
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

Explore the area

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47225 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, 93920
  • Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Big Sur Station
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Pfeiffer Beach
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Sofa bed - double
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Two Room Queen Kitchen Cottage

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Room Queen Cottage with Fireplace

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Big Sur

Big Sur Lodge places you steps from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and within a 15-minute stroll of Big Sur Station. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Homestead Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this Big Sur hotel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Los Padres National Forest and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Big Sur Spirit Garden.

What's nearby

  • Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Big Sur Station - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Big Sur River Inn - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Andrew Molera State Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Big Sur Spirit Garden - 4 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nepenthe
  • ‪Big Sur River Inn & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sur House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Sur Taphouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ripplewood Resort - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Big Sur Lodge

Riverwalk hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Big Sur Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Big Sur hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 19 buildings
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Big Sur Lodge offers 61 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Espresso House
  • Homestead Restaurant

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On the riverwalk
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 19 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property does not provide Wi-Fi, televisions, and air conditioning. Cell phone service is limited on property and in the Big Sur area.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Air conditioning is not provided
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Air conditioning is not provided. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Big Sur Lodge?

Yep, Big Sur Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

How much does it cost to stay at Big Sur Lodge?

As of 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Sur Lodge on 3 Sept 2025 start from NZ$384.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Big Sur Lodge?

The closest beach to Big Sur Lodge is Pfeiffer Beach (3.1 km).

Does Big Sur Lodge have a pool?

Big Sur Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May to September.

Is Big Sur Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Big Sur Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Big Sur Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Big Sur Lodge?

No, Big Sur Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Big Sur Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Big Sur Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Big Sur Lodge?

Dogs are welcome at Big Sur Lodge, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Big Sur Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyson

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this place it’s going to be my yearly vacay stay. It’s cozy and everything is within the lodge there is no tv but I don’t think anyone needs it with all the beautiful surroundings. Not much WiFi and we could never get WiFi at night which was weird but also not a big deal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I personally enjoyed the fact that this was an enjoy nature and the surroundings stay. No TV, news, or internet in my room to get in my way of enjoying Big Sur. It was peaceful and relaxing. The food at the restaurant was good and the staff was courteous. Just sorry I didn't have it booked for a couple of more days so we could visit more parks in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

loved the easy fireplace

twas great to have the spacious rooms and easy to use fireplace for the chilly morning. Benjy steered us to the right hike.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our lodge room was clean, quiet, surrounded by nature, nice clean trials and FANTASTIC staff. The reason for the four-star instead of five star overall was that we cannot get our heater to work at all😳 we were COLLLDD(45°f). Luckily there was one extra comforter, on top of the closet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented a cabin and it was perfect! Glamping vibes. Loved being in the forest. There is wifi but did not reach our rooms, we didn’t mind though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Grant, Mosman

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok. No TV in room, ok but internet connection was slow as well - that wasn’t ok when I was trying to work and send. Rooms are ok, a bit tired and I found the cafe staff were more interested in talking to each other than serving. The coffee I was served was so hot it burned the roof of my mouth! I wouldn’t stay here again. 3 stars.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

steven

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The rooms with the kitchens are updated and very nice. The fireplace rooms are outdated and really have a strong odor of smoke. The staff provided top notch customer service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the stay was pleasant and convenient. Staff was very nice. Properly and room was clean. One thing to take note of that it does not have AC. The room can get warm during the day. There is a fan, but when functioning, it does give out hot air when operating while giving off cool air so it’s not super effective. Other than that, very nice stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel, San Francisco

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, convenient and cute

The place is in the middle of everything at Big Sur and has hiking trails attached so you don't even need to get in your car.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service
The bed is very comfortable. But the heater broke down in the middle of the night made a loud noise. The toilet is leaking. The coffee is not good. Other than that it’s very convenient. The cafe has good selections. The restaurant serve reasonable breakfast and dinner is ok for the convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Travelled with family
The ambience of the Lodge was warm and inviting as it was nestled among the Redwoods with wonderful trails in a beautiful setting. The room was large with everything needed and a small balcony. The dining room had delicious food and very friendly, responsive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delainey

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vangela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, nice lodge property and convenient for all Big Sur activities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pluses: beautiful surroundings. Minuses: no WiFi in our cabin, no tv in room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Lodge

We really enjoyed our time staying at the lodge. The location was amazing with so many trails leading from there. The coffee shop was really convenient and the restaurant pretty good. Our cottage had plenty of room for the two of us and nice accommodations. The bed was really soft. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025