Big Sur Lodge

3.0 star property

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Room Queen Cottage with Fireplace

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Room Queen Kitchen Cottage

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Big Sur Lodge

Riverwalk hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference centre, a coffee shop/cafe and a microwave in a common area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Big Sur Lodge offers 61 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature 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.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Big Sur Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Homestead Restaurant
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a conference centre, a gift shop and multilingual staff
  • On-site recreation includes hiking/biking trails
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and 15 minutes on foot from Big Sur Station
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
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 Big Sur Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Big Sur hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Homestead Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.
Espresso House – This coffee shop only serves light fare. Open daily.

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

  • 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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • 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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests will receive key retrieval information. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Barbecues are not permitted on guestroom balconies.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • 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

Big Sur Lodge Hotel Big Sur
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Big Sur Lodge Big Sur
Big Sur Lodge Hotel Big Sur
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Reviews

Big Sur Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Although there was Wi-Fi available, we were unable to connect to the internet in our room. This happened to all four rooms that we have reserved. The surroundings were nice and peaceful. The road to the reception desk was narrow and spee
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica, Redondo Beach

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the location and that it was in the state park with several trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

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

Big Sur Wedding

Would like more food options at restaurants Otherwise everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Belinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
No AC, TV or WiFi. Flying insects in the rooms. They did mention that the WiFi was sketchy, but we can hardly ever connect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lolita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naveen Kumar

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

8/10 Good

Melodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is not much internet in Big Sur, but I had to go to their conference center to get wifi which was a pain. It’s cold at night and only 1 heater in the cottage. Other than that it was reasonably priced for a cottage with a deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Summer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and helpful staff. Room was basic and dated but clean. Room was incredibly hot upon arrival but had AC unit and fan in closet- took a long time to cool room down. Wifi doesn’t work in room but good in lodge. Overpriced food at restaurant but that seemed to be the norm in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location, more than decent conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vijay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big Sur Lodge room was very good like in March 2025 but the Quality as well as the portion of the food(Amount of food quantity in a plate) has gone down in just last 3-4 months so reducing one star.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

I loved that they provided easy to use (compostable tea-style bags), local coffee during my stay. It was so good - and the company so humble - that I bought more for myself as soon as I got home! I only wished I could have bought one of the same mugs in my cabin. We loved having a fire in our cabin as well at the fireplace. However - be aware that your cabin will smell like a bonfire and your clothes will too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jongwon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge needs a major renovation especially restrooms. The restroom smells like mold and shower panels have black mold along the caulking. Room #46. Restroom door, frames and overall wood bases had many scratches including peeled paint. Shower curtain smells bad. We decided not to take shower. For Room #5, similar conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica, Thousand Oaks

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is unbeatable, you are right in the middle of the forest, completely immersed in Big Sur. The cabins are comfortable and clean. Construction is outdated but this is not unexpected in a place like this. Staff is responsive and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Bowling Green

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big Sur is unparalleled and Pfeiffer State Park is one of Big Sur’s jewels. The facility could use some updating, and the dining area is beautiful but the restaurant is a bit disappointing. However, there are options available and I feel guilty about pointing out flaws in paradise. I’d return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Kitchen is good to do your own meals and spacious living room. Shower dripped, toilet seat chipped, no place to hang towels or place things at sink by bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Within the state park which is beautiful. Restaurant was good with great service from Mya. Front of house were unfriendly and not particularly helpful. We put a do not disturb on the room but the cleaners ignored this and came in.. not ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zully

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

8/10 Good

Virgilio

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No wifi at all in rooms should have been disclosed. Since cell service was also non existent it was nearly impossible to communicate with anyone at home. I understand getting away or "off the grid" but guests should be warned about this prior to their stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janeen, Bethlehem

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, some things closed, staff unorganized, seemed stressed, overall a positive experience and would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Abena

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Lovely quiet stay with clean but dated and tired accomodation. Smelled stuffy and of firewood. Great for those that love outdoors and hiking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025