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Where Cliffs Meet Infinity

Trace Highway 1 between redwoods and sheer ocean bluffs for Big Sur’s wild serenity.

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— COASTAL CALM, BIG SUR STYLE

Stay In Big Sur helps you find stays with a view and room to breathe

We bring together cabins, cliffside hideaways, and cozy inns so you can book with less searching, more relaxing.

From sunrise hikes to late-night fires, our picks focus on easy access to the best of Big Sur without the fuss.

Come for the wild coastline, stay for the quiet moments under endless sky.

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Hidden Retreats Off Highway 1

Past Esalen: The Quiet Coves and Hot Springs Most Visitors Drive Right By

An insider guide to Big Sur hot springs, Esalen access, quiet coves, and the best hotels and spas fo...

Campgrounds and Glamping Sites

Sleeping Among the Redwoods: Big Sur's Best Yurts, Tents and Cabins

Discover how Big Sur glamping compares to hotels, from Treebones yurts to Fernwood and Glen Oaks cab...

Iconic Big Sur Coastal Stays

Fog, Flukes, and Fall Light: Where to Stay for Big Sur's Whale Season

Plan a Big Sur whale watching trip that combines Monterey Bay boat tours with ocean-view hotels, sho...

Oceanview Restaurants and Bars

Tables With a Tide: The Big Sur Meals Worth Timing Your Drive Around

Plan Big Sur oceanview meals around light, distance and lodging. From Sierra Mar to Nepenthe, match...

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