Best hotels in Big Sur for families
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Great deal
Carmel Valley Lodge
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Located about 25 minutes' walk from Bernardus Winery, the 4-star Carmel Valley Lodge hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and a charging station for electric vehicles on site. Boasting the opportunity to go on a picnic by Carmel River, which runs merely 550 metres away, the hotel offers to relax in an outdoor swimming pool.
The Corkscrew Cafe is also 7 minutes' walk away.
Carmel Valley Lodge
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Carmel Valley Lodge
Located about 25 minutes' walk from Bernardus Winery, the 4-star Carmel Valley Lodge hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and a charging station for electric vehicles on site. Boasting the opportunity to go on a picnic by Carmel River, which runs merely 550 metres away, the hotel offers to relax in an outdoor swimming pool.
The Corkscrew Cafe is also 7 minutes' walk away.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Stilwell Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Patio
The smoke-free Stilwell Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea is located near the beach district of Carmel-by-the-Sea, a mere 1 km from Devendorf City Park. This 4-star hotel boasts views of the mountain and offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.
You can dine at Casanova, just around the corner from the Stilwell.
Stilwell Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Patio
Stilwell Hotel
The smoke-free Stilwell Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea is located near the beach district of Carmel-by-the-Sea, a mere 1 km from Devendorf City Park. This 4-star hotel boasts views of the mountain and offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.
You can dine at Casanova, just around the corner from the Stilwell.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
The 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is situated near a beach district, around a 5-minute walk from CineLux Capitola Cafe & Lounge Movie Theater and offers a sundeck and a golf course. Boasting a location not far from the community Jade Street Park, this Capitola hotel includes 84 rooms and a heated pool.
Naka Sushi Restaurant is situated fairly close to this hotel.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
The 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is situated near a beach district, around a 5-minute walk from CineLux Capitola Cafe & Lounge Movie Theater and offers a sundeck and a golf course. Boasting a location not far from the community Jade Street Park, this Capitola hotel includes 84 rooms and a heated pool.
Naka Sushi Restaurant is situated fairly close to this hotel.
All-inclusive family hotels in Big Sur
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Beach access
Andril Fireplace Cottages
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
Situated nearly a 25-minute walk from the 1-acre Berwick Park, the smoke-free Andril Fireplace Cottages Pacific Grove hotel offers a library, a golf course, and barbecue grills.
While staying at the Andril Cottages Pacific Grove, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Phoebe's Cafe, located 450 metres away, or Fishwife at a 7-minute walking distance.
Andril Fireplace Cottages
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
Andril Fireplace Cottages
Situated nearly a 25-minute walk from the 1-acre Berwick Park, the smoke-free Andril Fireplace Cottages Pacific Grove hotel offers a library, a golf course, and barbecue grills.
While staying at the Andril Cottages Pacific Grove, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Phoebe's Cafe, located 450 metres away, or Fishwife at a 7-minute walking distance.
Sunset Inn Pacific Grove
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Located a mere 0.9 km from Ocean View Boulevard, the 3-star Sunset Inn Pacific Grove is 6 minutes on foot from the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links. Along with a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area, general facilities such as a vending machine and an outdoor fireplace are offered at the hotel.
Guests will enjoy American cuisine of Point Pinos Grill, which is around 400 metres away.
Sunset Inn Pacific Grove
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Sunset Inn Pacific Grove
Located a mere 0.9 km from Ocean View Boulevard, the 3-star Sunset Inn Pacific Grove is 6 minutes on foot from the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links. Along with a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area, general facilities such as a vending machine and an outdoor fireplace are offered at the hotel.
Guests will enjoy American cuisine of Point Pinos Grill, which is around 400 metres away.
La Playa Hotel
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Comprising 47 rooms, La Playa Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea is situated about a 20-minute walk from the coastline. The hotel also features an American restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and city views.
The La Playa offers a library bar and a restaurant serving American cuisine. Offering Italian dishes, La Bicyclette is a 6-minute walk away.
La Playa Hotel
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
La Playa Hotel
Comprising 47 rooms, La Playa Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea is situated about a 20-minute walk from the coastline. The hotel also features an American restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and city views.
The La Playa offers a library bar and a restaurant serving American cuisine. Offering Italian dishes, La Bicyclette is a 6-minute walk away.
Family hotels in Big Sur with swimming pool
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By Ihg
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
Offering a vending machine and a lift, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By Ihg is a 10-minute drive from Sherwood Public Park.
Serving a wide range of dishes, In-N-Out Burger and McDonald's can be reached within 5 minutes' walk.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By Ihg
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By Ihg
Offering a vending machine and a lift, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By Ihg is a 10-minute drive from Sherwood Public Park.
Serving a wide range of dishes, In-N-Out Burger and McDonald's can be reached within 5 minutes' walk.
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Eco-friendly stay
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Cots
While staying in the comfortable Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville, you are invited to discover Franich Park, located nearly 10 minutes away by car, or walk for only 5 minutes to reach Redman House Farm Stand.
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Cots
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
While staying in the comfortable Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville, you are invited to discover Franich Park, located nearly 10 minutes away by car, or walk for only 5 minutes to reach Redman House Farm Stand.
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Guest favorite
Victorian Inn
- Free breakfast
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Paid parking
US$ 17 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Patio
- Family rooms
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the 3-star Victorian Inn Monterey is a 19-minute walk from the 1-acre Berwick Park. This intimate hotel is ideally located in the Lighthouse district and there is a parking garage on site.
This Monterey hotel is right near Taqueria Del Mar, that serves Mexican cuisine.
Victorian Inn
- Free breakfast
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Paid parking
US$ 17 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Patio
- Family rooms
Victorian Inn
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the 3-star Victorian Inn Monterey is a 19-minute walk from the 1-acre Berwick Park. This intimate hotel is ideally located in the Lighthouse district and there is a parking garage on site.
This Monterey hotel is right near Taqueria Del Mar, that serves Mexican cuisine.
Luxury hotels in Big Sur
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Eco-friendly stay
Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- 24-hour reception
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
The comfortable Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina hotel is rated 3 stars and features 89 rooms for guests to stay in. Boasting a swimming pool, this Marina hotel is nestled nearly a 10-minute drive from natural attractions like Locke Paddon Park.
Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- 24-hour reception
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina
The comfortable Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina hotel is rated 3 stars and features 89 rooms for guests to stay in. Boasting a swimming pool, this Marina hotel is nestled nearly a 10-minute drive from natural attractions like Locke Paddon Park.
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Just opened
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 5 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Cots
The comfortable Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg, located approximately 25 minutes' walk from Dunne Park, offers guests luggage storage. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas and a private parking lot is available on site.
Wok treats guests with Chinese dishes and lies right near the Holiday Inn Hollister.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 5 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Cots
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg
The comfortable Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg, located approximately 25 minutes' walk from Dunne Park, offers guests luggage storage. Wi-Fi is offered in public areas and a private parking lot is available on site.
Wok treats guests with Chinese dishes and lies right near the Holiday Inn Hollister.
Sea & Sand Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz is rated 3 stars and features 18 rooms for guests to stay in. The hotel, located a mere 5 minutes' stroll from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, is also at a proximity to Fluke.
The Sea & Sand Inn is in the immediate vicinity of Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge.
Sea & Sand Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Sea & Sand Inn
Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz is rated 3 stars and features 18 rooms for guests to stay in. The hotel, located a mere 5 minutes' stroll from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, is also at a proximity to Fluke.
The Sea & Sand Inn is in the immediate vicinity of Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge.
5-star family hotels in Big Sur
Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Room service
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Nestled 1.1 km from Crespi Pond, Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages Pacific Grove offers a picnic area and a golf course. Featuring 22 rooms with views of the sea, this 2-star hotel is about 10 minutes by car from the known Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Serving both food and drinks, Point Pinos Grill is situated a short way from the Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages Pacific Grove.
Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Room service
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages
Nestled 1.1 km from Crespi Pond, Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages Pacific Grove offers a picnic area and a golf course. Featuring 22 rooms with views of the sea, this 2-star hotel is about 10 minutes by car from the known Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Serving both food and drinks, Point Pinos Grill is situated a short way from the Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages Pacific Grove.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
The 4-star luxury Dream Inn Santa Cruz is located in the Cowell Beach district, a mere 13 minutes' walk from San Lorenzo River. This upscale hotel features a hot tub, a patio, and a golf course, and the rooms overlook the bay.
In the area there is The Picnic Basket restaurant, serving American cuisine.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
The 4-star luxury Dream Inn Santa Cruz is located in the Cowell Beach district, a mere 13 minutes' walk from San Lorenzo River. This upscale hotel features a hot tub, a patio, and a golf course, and the rooms overlook the bay.
In the area there is The Picnic Basket restaurant, serving American cuisine.
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Beach access
Inn At Moss Landing Point
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
Offering comfortable rooms, the 3-star Inn At Moss Landing Point lies about a 25-minute walk from Moss Landing. Facilities of this comfortable hotel include a vending machine and a lift.
Moss Landing Cafe is a few moments from the hotel.
Inn At Moss Landing Point
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
Inn At Moss Landing Point
Offering comfortable rooms, the 3-star Inn At Moss Landing Point lies about a 25-minute walk from Moss Landing. Facilities of this comfortable hotel include a vending machine and a lift.
Moss Landing Cafe is a few moments from the hotel.
Cheap family hotels in Big Sur
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Beach access
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Cots
The 2-star smoke-free La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz includes air-conditioned rooms and is located about 5 minutes' walk from Fluke. There is an outdoor bar and a heated pool available on the premises.
You can have lunch or dinner at Ideal Bar & Grill and Casablanca Bistro.
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Cots
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
The 2-star smoke-free La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz includes air-conditioned rooms and is located about 5 minutes' walk from Fluke. There is an outdoor bar and a heated pool available on the premises.
You can have lunch or dinner at Ideal Bar & Grill and Casablanca Bistro.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in Big Sur, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Carmel Valley Lodge |
9.1 / 10 (113 Reviews) |
From 98$ | |
| Stilwell Hotel |
9.2 / 10 (491 Reviews) |
From 218$ | |
| Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola |
9.1 / 10 (342 Reviews) |
From 164$ | |
| Andril Fireplace Cottages |
9.2 / 10 (240 Reviews) |
From 280$ | |
| Sunset Inn Pacific Grove |
8.8 / 10 (809 Reviews) |
From 155$ |