Post Ranch Inn

Tranquil roadside taproom offering local craft beers & wines, bar snacks & outdoor seating.

Nestled in a stunning farmhouse restored by Clint Eastwood, this cozy spot serves hearty American comfort food with pastoral views and a laid-back vibe.

Nestled among redwoods, this historic inn from the 1930s offers cozy, rustic rooms and a charming restaurant serving delicious American comfort food.

Garrapata State Park is a breathtaking coastal gem with scenic hiking trails, stunning ocean views, and plenty of hidden spots for nature enthusiasts.

Posh suites with private decks & fireplaces, plus a sleek restaurant, outdoor pools & a spa. Set on 500 acres in Carmel Valley, this upscale resort is 3 miles from hiking and biking in Garland Ranch Regional Park and 9 miles from the ocean at Carmel Bay. Sophisticated suites feature fireplaces and private decks, plus flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, iPod docks and Keurig coffeemakers. Some suites add kitchenettes or separate dining areas. There's a spa, a golf course and 9 tennis courts, plus 2 outdoor saltwater pools, a gym and a business center. Dining options include a sleek organic restaurant, a grill eatery and a cafe.

Expansive all-inclusive, adults-only property with modern American dining, a spa & 2 outdoor pools. Featuring views of the Pacific Ocean, this luxe adults-only, all-inclusive resort on 164 acres off the Pacific Coast Highway is 0.5 miles from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and 30 miles from Monterey. Elegant suites have flat-screens and Wi-Fi; some offer hot tubs or fireplaces. There's a modern American restaurant and bar, as well as 2 outdoor pools, a spa and a serene Japanese onsen. Other amenities include a gym and a comprehensive activity calendar.

Hip, vintage-style rooms & cabins with free Wi-Fi in a motel with a laid-back, modern restaurant. On Highway 1 and a mile from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, this trendy retro-inspired motel with cabins is also 7 miles from Point Sur Lighthouse. The chic, vintage-style rooms feature gas fireplaces, free Wi-Fi, minifridges. All have rustic bathrooms with recycled stone flooring and walk-in showers; some add sofas and private patios. Cabins have living areas and kitchenettes or full kitchens; many have private courtyards/patios with fire pits. There are no TVs in the rooms or cabins. Amenities include outdoor seating areas and a relaxed, modern restaurant serving Californian cuisine.

Discover the magical allure of this serene beach, where purple sand meets dramatic rock formations and breathtaking coastal views—definitely worth the $15 entry fee!

Set in a chic 1800s space, this Big Sur spot offers a laid-back vibe with satisfying barbecue and a tempting selection of drinks.

At the edge of a cliff in Big Sur, Sierra Mar offers diners stunning ocean views through expansive windows and a fine Californian prix fixe menu that changes seasonally.