Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

Nestled along the river, this charming historic lodge offers rustic, TV-free accommodations and a cozy vibe perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.

Modern, ranch-style lodging offering rustic-chic rooms, suites & treehouses, plus pools & a spa. Set on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this upscale, ranch-style boutique hotel is 1.6 miles from the Henry Miller Memorial Library. The rustic-chic, TV-free rooms, suites and tree-houses have private decks with mountain or ocean views, and wood-burning fireplaces. They also have free minibars and Wi-Fi, plus iPod docks. Some have indoor and outdoor spa pools. Free perks include full breakfast and loaner cars, as well as yoga, meditation and star-gazing classes. Other amenities include a spa with 2 cliff-top infinity pools, a swimming pool and a fitness center. There's also a polished restaurant offering ocean-view dining.

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.

Seasonal, locally sourced Californian cuisine is offered all day in a modern-rustic setting.

Storied retreat center on the cliffs of Big Sur offering spiritual workshops, hot springs & massage.

Warm & woodsy spot for upscale, locally-sourced American cuisine with ocean views from the terrace.

Escape to Big Sur Lodge, where cozy cabins beneath towering redwoods offer a serene retreat with hiking access, an outdoor pool, and a charming restaurant.

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

Creative American comfort food, wood-fired pizzas & fresh pastries & desserts in a rustic setting.

Informal venue with a Californian cowboy vibe offering an array of breakfast dishes.