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Top Big Sur 3 Star hotels

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
9415 Hearst Drive San Simeon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$183 nightly
The price is $206 total per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
$206 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel features 2 outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public ...
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Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
$214 nightly
The price is $242 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$242 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. There's a gym on site, and concierge services and wedding services are also offered.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,781 reviews)
"I would have liked to stay another day!"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$154 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
A gym, valet parking, and concierge services are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. There's a fireplace in the lobby and multilingual staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,698 reviews)
"It’s an old boutique hotel, no air conditioning, dust on the ceiling fans, hot rooms. Not a place I would stay again"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$186 nightly
The price is $218 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$218 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
A hot tub, self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental breakfast and WiFi in public areas. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,670 reviews)
"The rooms are nice but the layout is a maze and difficult to navigate. The breakfast was not enough food for the amount of guests. The staff was mediocre and the parking was $22. Per day."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

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Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn

3 out of 5
9450 Castillo Dr San Simeon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$131 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$148 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the business center. There's ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Our trip there was pleasant and the staff were very helpful and funny. The room was nice and clean and the refrigerator was old school and worked really well. We would stay again and would recommend to others."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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FogCatcher Inn

FogCatcher Inn

3 out of 5
6400 Moonstone Beach Dr Cambria CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$249 nightly
The price is $281 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$281 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
A hot tub, free self parking, and concierge services are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. A lobby fireplace, luggage storage, and free newspapers ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"This is a charming hotel right across the road from the beach. Rooms are clean and well appointed. My favorite part is the wooden walking path along the ocean. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey

3.5 out of 5
1300 Munras Avenue Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$113 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$129 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,066 reviews)
"2.5 stars rounded down. This is a very mediocre hotel located across the street from a nice, outdoor mall. The room was very bare-bones, think Motel 6–patched holes in the walls, no lamps, poor water pressure, and an odd layout (king-sized bed in the living room space of the “suite” instead of a ..."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$219 nightly
The price is $254 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$254 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,787 reviews)
"Was given a room that was not the same as pictured. It was .such smaller and not as nice. It also had a musty smell. When checking out, I was not asked how my stay was."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

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Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
1386 Munras Avenue Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$194 nightly
The price is $220 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$220 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,505 reviews)
"Have a great time, nice amenities"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

3 out of 5
1150 Lighthouse Ave Pacific Grove CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$153 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
$174 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the business center. A terrace, ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,407 reviews)
"The place is quiet and clean. Be aware it’s right next to a cemetery. Literally next to the hotel. You might be shocked if you are not aware of that."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

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