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 course
- Family rooms
Offering a sunbathing terrace and a golf course, Carmel Valley Lodge hotel is situated in Carmel Valley, 13 minutes' walk from Moto Talbott Museum. Featuring 25 rooms with views of the mountain, this hotel is not far from Parsonage Winery Tasting Room.
The restaurant The Corkscrew Cafe is situated within a few blocks of this accommodation.
Carmel Valley Lodge
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Family rooms
Carmel Valley Lodge
Offering a sunbathing terrace and a golf course, Carmel Valley Lodge hotel is situated in Carmel Valley, 13 minutes' walk from Moto Talbott Museum. Featuring 25 rooms with views of the mountain, this hotel is not far from Parsonage Winery Tasting Room.
The restaurant The Corkscrew Cafe is situated within a few blocks of this accommodation.
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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 course
- Patio
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Stilwell Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea sits 6 minutes' walk from The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden. This 4-star hotel provides baggage storage to ensure guests' safety.
Hog's Breath Inn serves American dishes and lies within 200 metres of this Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel.
Stilwell Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Patio
Stilwell Hotel
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Stilwell Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea sits 6 minutes' walk from The Pilgrim's Way Community Bookstore and Secret Garden. This 4-star hotel provides baggage storage to ensure guests' safety.
Hog's Breath Inn serves American dishes and lies within 200 metres of this Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Offering a sundeck and a golf course, Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is situated in Capitola, a 5-minute walk from CineLux Capitola Cafe & Lounge Movie Theater. This hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, a parking garage on site and a heated pool.
The restaurant Ruyi Dim Sum is 250 metres away.
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
Offering a sundeck and a golf course, Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is situated in Capitola, a 5-minute walk from CineLux Capitola Cafe & Lounge Movie Theater. This hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, a parking garage on site and a heated pool.
The restaurant Ruyi Dim Sum is 250 metres away.
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
Offering a library, a golf course, and barbecue grills, Andril Fireplace Cottages Pacific Grove hotel is situated in Pacific Grove, a 25-minute walk from the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park. Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles is provided on site.
Guests can try American dishes at Phoebe's Cafe located 450 metres from the smoke-free Andril Fireplace Cottages hotel.
Andril Fireplace Cottages
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
Andril Fireplace Cottages
Offering a library, a golf course, and barbecue grills, Andril Fireplace Cottages Pacific Grove hotel is situated in Pacific Grove, a 25-minute walk from the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park. Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles is provided on site.
Guests can try American dishes at Phoebe's Cafe located 450 metres from the smoke-free Andril Fireplace Cottages hotel.
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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
The intimate Victorian Inn Monterey provides proximity to the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park, which is located approximately a 25-minute walk away. Along with friendly services, baggage storage are offered at the 3-star smoke-free inn.
Guests can also enjoy Mexican food at Taqueria Del Mar located about 200 metres from the Victorian.
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
The intimate Victorian Inn Monterey provides proximity to the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park, which is located approximately a 25-minute walk away. Along with friendly services, baggage storage are offered at the 3-star smoke-free inn.
Guests can also enjoy Mexican food at Taqueria Del Mar located about 200 metres from the Victorian.
Sunset Inn Pacific Grove
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Located just 1.7 km from the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park, the 3-star smoke-free Sunset Inn Pacific Grove offers general facilities such as a vending machine and an outdoor fireplace. Featuring a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area, the hotel is a short way from Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard.
While staying at Sunset Inn Pacific Grove, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Links Restaurant, located 500 metres away, or Point Pinos Grill at a 5-minute walking distance.
Sunset Inn Pacific Grove
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Sunset Inn Pacific Grove
Located just 1.7 km from the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park, the 3-star smoke-free Sunset Inn Pacific Grove offers general facilities such as a vending machine and an outdoor fireplace. Featuring a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area, the hotel is a short way from Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard.
While staying at Sunset Inn Pacific Grove, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Links Restaurant, located 500 metres away, or Point Pinos Grill at a 5-minute walking distance.
Family hotels in Big Sur with swimming pool
La Playa Hotel
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated a mere 1.7 km from the venerable church "Carmel Mission Basilica Museum", the 4-star boutique La Playa Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea offers a shared lounge, grill, and a golf course. With a location just around the corner from Carmel Beach Boardwalk, this Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel also features five function rooms, ideal for bringing people together.
Serving American cuisine, Buds restaurant also faces the pool. Guests are welcome to a library bar on site. It also looks onto the ocean.
La Playa Hotel
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Outdoor swimming pool
La Playa Hotel
Situated a mere 1.7 km from the venerable church "Carmel Mission Basilica Museum", the 4-star boutique La Playa Hotel Carmel-by-the-Sea offers a shared lounge, grill, and a golf course. With a location just around the corner from Carmel Beach Boardwalk, this Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel also features five function rooms, ideal for bringing people together.
Serving American cuisine, Buds restaurant also faces the pool. Guests are welcome to a library bar on site. It also looks onto the ocean.
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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 La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms 5 minutes' walk from Cowell's Beach Surf Shop. Located in proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the hotel overlooks the ocean and invites guests to have a drink at an outdoor bar.
Las Palmas Taco Bar pampers guests with Mexican dishes and lies just steps from the La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.
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 La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz offers air-conditioned rooms 5 minutes' walk from Cowell's Beach Surf Shop. Located in proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the hotel overlooks the ocean and invites guests to have a drink at an outdoor bar.
Las Palmas Taco Bar pampers guests with Mexican dishes and lies just steps from the La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.
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Eco-friendly stay
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Cots
Offering air-conditioned rooms, the 3-star Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville is fairly close to Redman-Hirahara House. Boasting a heated indoor pool and a fitness room, the hotel offers access to Watsonville City Plaza, which is 2.6 km away.
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Cots
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Offering air-conditioned rooms, the 3-star Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville is fairly close to Redman-Hirahara House. Boasting a heated indoor pool and a fitness room, the hotel offers access to Watsonville City Plaza, which is 2.6 km away.
Luxury hotels in Big Sur
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By Ihg
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
Located about 10 minutes' drive from Boronda Adobe History Center Museum, the 3-star Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By Ihg offers general facilities such as a vending machine and a lift. Featuring baggage storage, the hotel is 3.8 km from Creekbridge Neighborhood Park.
In-N-Out Burger is situated around 5 minutes' walk from the Holiday Inn Express & Suites.
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
Located about 10 minutes' drive from Boronda Adobe History Center Museum, the 3-star Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas By Ihg offers general facilities such as a vending machine and a lift. Featuring baggage storage, the hotel is 3.8 km from Creekbridge Neighborhood Park.
In-N-Out Burger is situated around 5 minutes' walk from the Holiday Inn Express & Suites.
Sea & Sand Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Located about 5 minutes' walk from Swimming Dolphins, the 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz offers 18 rooms with views of the ocean. The hotel lies in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz, merely 1.8 km from such cultural sights as Museum of Art and History.
The Aquarius is within 5 minutes' walk of the hotel.
Sea & Sand Inn
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Sea & Sand Inn
Located about 5 minutes' walk from Swimming Dolphins, the 3-star Sea & Sand Inn Santa Cruz offers 18 rooms with views of the ocean. The hotel lies in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz, merely 1.8 km from such cultural sights as Museum of Art and History.
The Aquarius is within 5 minutes' walk of the hotel.
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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
Offering spacious rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the 3-star Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg is about 3 km from Brigantino Park and 20 minutes on foot from Hollister United Methodist Church. Boasting a swimming pool and a fitness room, the hotel offers access to Dunne Park, which is 25 minutes' walk away.
The restaurant Straw Hat Pizza lies 650 metres from Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg.
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
Offering spacious rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the 3-star Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg is about 3 km from Brigantino Park and 20 minutes on foot from Hollister United Methodist Church. Boasting a swimming pool and a fitness room, the hotel offers access to Dunne Park, which is 25 minutes' walk away.
The restaurant Straw Hat Pizza lies 650 metres from Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Hollister By Ihg.
5-star family hotels in Big Sur
Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Room service
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Garden area
Nestled only a 7-minute stroll from the historic Point Pinos Lighthouse, the 2-star Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages Pacific Grove welcomes guests with a picnic area and a golf course. The hotel is a good starting point for Pacific Grove's sports attractions, including the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links, which is just 0.6 km away.
The Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages is a mere 550 metres from Point Pinos Grill.
Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Room service
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Garden area
Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages
Nestled only a 7-minute stroll from the historic Point Pinos Lighthouse, the 2-star Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages Pacific Grove welcomes guests with a picnic area and a golf course. The hotel is a good starting point for Pacific Grove's sports attractions, including the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links, which is just 0.6 km away.
The Bide-A-Wee Inn And Cottages is a mere 550 metres from Point Pinos Grill.
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Eco-friendly stay
Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- 24-hour reception
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
A mere 1 km from Century Theaters-Marina, the comfortable Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina hotel includes 89 rooms. Featuring a convenient location, the 3-star hotel includes a swimming pool and a fitness area, plus guests can visit Doe Super Park, which is approximately 10 minutes' drive away.
Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- 24-hour reception
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina
A mere 1 km from Century Theaters-Marina, the comfortable Home2 Suites By Hilton Marina hotel includes 89 rooms. Featuring a convenient location, the 3-star hotel includes a swimming pool and a fitness area, plus guests can visit Doe Super Park, which is approximately 10 minutes' drive away.
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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
Situated nearly a 5-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Main Beach, the upscale 4-star Dream Inn Santa Cruz welcomes guests with a gift shop and a restaurant. Located on a coastline, the luxury hotel is within reach of the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster.
There is also a poolside bar that overlooks the ocean. The nearby dining opportunities include Ideal Bar & Grill, which is within a 300-metre distance of this Santa Cruz hotel.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Situated nearly a 5-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Main Beach, the upscale 4-star Dream Inn Santa Cruz welcomes guests with a gift shop and a restaurant. Located on a coastline, the luxury hotel is within reach of the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster.
There is also a poolside bar that overlooks the ocean. The nearby dining opportunities include Ideal Bar & Grill, which is within a 300-metre distance of this Santa Cruz hotel.
Cheap family hotels in Big Sur
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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
Located just 600 metres from Elkhorn Slough Safari Tourist Information Center, the comfortable 3-star Inn At Moss Landing Point offers tour/ticket assistance to ensure you have an unforgettable travel experience. Featuring a convenience shop and luggage storage, the smoke-free hotel is around a 10-minute ride from Moss Landing State Wildlife Area.
You can get a gastronomic experience at Lemongrass Seafood Bar & Grill which offers Thai cuisine within 5 minutes' walk of the Inn Moss Landing.
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
Located just 600 metres from Elkhorn Slough Safari Tourist Information Center, the comfortable 3-star Inn At Moss Landing Point offers tour/ticket assistance to ensure you have an unforgettable travel experience. Featuring a convenience shop and luggage storage, the smoke-free hotel is around a 10-minute ride from Moss Landing State Wildlife Area.
You can get a gastronomic experience at Lemongrass Seafood Bar & Grill which offers Thai cuisine within 5 minutes' walk of the Inn Moss Landing.
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Children's buffet
The 3-star Best Western Rose Garden Inn Watsonville sits around a 5-minute walk from Callaghan Park and Cultural Center and offers baggage storage. 3.9 km from Pinto Lake City Park, this Watsonville hotel offers spacious rooms plus a gym area and a fitness centre.
Super Taqueria offers a selection of Spanish delicacies and lies a stone's throw from the Best Western.
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
- Children's buffet
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
The 3-star Best Western Rose Garden Inn Watsonville sits around a 5-minute walk from Callaghan Park and Cultural Center and offers baggage storage. 3.9 km from Pinto Lake City Park, this Watsonville hotel offers spacious rooms plus a gym area and a fitness centre.
Super Taqueria offers a selection of Spanish delicacies and lies a stone's throw from the Best Western.
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Beach access
Pacific Gardens Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Family rooms
Situated just 1.6 km from The Links at Spanish Bay, the 3-star smoke-free Pacific Gardens Inn Pacific Grove features Wi-Fi in public areas, and a charging station for electric vehicles on site. With the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park approximately a 25-minute walk away, this Pacific Grove hotel offers 2 hot tubs and 2 spa tubs for the best experience.
Choose from an unlimited choice of American dishes at Phoebe's Cafe which is only a few steps from Pacific Gardens Inn.
Pacific Gardens Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Family rooms
Pacific Gardens Inn
Situated just 1.6 km from The Links at Spanish Bay, the 3-star smoke-free Pacific Gardens Inn Pacific Grove features Wi-Fi in public areas, and a charging station for electric vehicles on site. With the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park approximately a 25-minute walk away, this Pacific Grove hotel offers 2 hot tubs and 2 spa tubs for the best experience.
Choose from an unlimited choice of American dishes at Phoebe's Cafe which is only a few steps from Pacific Gardens Inn.
Family hotels in central Big Sur
Tradewinds Carmel
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Garden area
- Babysitting/Child services
The 4-star smoke-free Tradewinds Carmel Hotel is just 0.7 km from Dametra Cafe and offers free newspapers and an outdoor fireplace. Featuring baggage storage, this Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel is within a few blocks of Sunset Center.
Guests can also enjoy Mediterranean food at Il Grillo located in close proximity to Tradewinds Carmel Hotel.
Tradewinds Carmel
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Garden area
- Babysitting/Child services
Tradewinds Carmel
The 4-star smoke-free Tradewinds Carmel Hotel is just 0.7 km from Dametra Cafe and offers free newspapers and an outdoor fireplace. Featuring baggage storage, this Carmel-by-the-Sea hotel is within a few blocks of Sunset Center.
Guests can also enjoy Mediterranean food at Il Grillo located in close proximity to Tradewinds Carmel Hotel.
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 (115 Reviews) |
From 98$ | |
| Stilwell Hotel |
9.2 / 10 (487 Reviews) |
From 218$ | |
| Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola |
9.1 / 10 (337 Reviews) |
From 164$ | |
| Andril Fireplace Cottages |
9.2 / 10 (240 Reviews) |
From 280$ | |
| Victorian Inn |
8.7 / 10 (1716 Reviews) |
From 139$ |