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Cheap Motels in Big Sur

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

2 out of 5
2332 North Fremont Street Monterey CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,514 reviews)
Pacific Inn
Stargazer Inn and Suites

Stargazer Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
1046 Munras Ave Monterey CA
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,697 reviews)
Stargazer Inn and Suites
El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel

2 out of 5
2102 North Fremont St Monterey CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,898 reviews)
El Castell Motel
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

2 out of 5
850 Abrego St Monterey CA
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge

2.5 out of 5
1374 Munras Ave Monterey CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (566 reviews)
Carmel Hill Lodge
Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn

2.5 out of 5
750 Crocker Avenue Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
Deer Haven Inn
Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn

2 out of 5
1011 La Salle Ave Seaside CA
Stay at this motel in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
Sand Castle Inn
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

2 out of 5
625 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,185 reviews)
Lovers Point Inn
Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel

2 out of 5
9390 Castillo Dr San Simeon CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in San Simeon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,255 reviews)
Silver Surf Motel
Sand Dollar Inn

Sand Dollar Inn

2 out of 5
1875 Fremont Blvd Seaside CA
Stay at this motel in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
Sand Dollar Inn
Castle Inn

Castle Inn

3 out of 5
6620 Moonstone Beach Dr Cambria CA
Stay at this motel in Cambria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,047 reviews)
Castle Inn
Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey

2.5 out of 5
1058 Munras Ave. Monterey CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Arbor Inn Monterey
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Trending Hotels in Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

Alila Ventana Big Sur - Inclusive Resort

4.5 out of 5
48123 Highway One Big Sur CA
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Big Sur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions The Henry Miller Memorial Library and Big ...
9/10 Wonderful! (338 reviews)
Alway a beautiful place to stay at. The staff is exceptional in all areas.

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2025

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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,798 reviews)
It was extremely convenient because it was only a 2-minute walk from Old Fisherman’s Wharf, and I could easily access nearby shops on foot. I especially loved the atmosphere in the lobby — it was very pleasant and welcoming. The only downside was that the shower water kept fluctuating between hot ...

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

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The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,451 reviews)
Nice front desk

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Book Last Minute Motel Deals in Big Sur

So, funds are a little tight right now, and you’re looking for a beyond-great deal for cheap motels in Big Sur this weekend. A buy one taco, get three free kind of bargain. One that’s all that and a bag of tortilla chips. And while you can search for the cheapest motel in Big Sur until your fingers go numb (just don’t spill salsa on your keyboard), there are even bigger savings at unreal spots for you to discover.

The s’mores of accommodations

Sure, you can find Big Sur motels aplenty. They’re a dime a dozen, practically. But when you book Hot Rate Deals from Hotwire, you can leave the bargain motels for another time and go for something way sweeter. Because for the same amount of dough, you can get so much more. Like a killer 4-star hotel deal, more. And you can get it for this weekend.

So, polish off that last taco and put away the idea that you can only afford to look for cheap motels in Big Sur for your quick getaway. Booking a spicy hotel with a Hotwire Hot Rate is here to save the weekend. And your wallet.

Put the “fun” in funds

Hotwire Hot Rate hotels allow you to keep the fun going longer for way less scratch. Instead of looking for motels with monthly rates, filter your unreal hotel deal by:

  • Price: Get those low motel prices but with high-end resort vibes by finding a hotel with a super-low Hotwire Hot Rate.

  • Amenities: Been in search of pet friendly motels Big Sur? Find a hotel with all the amenities you’ve been craving, from the strongest Wi-Fi to the most sparkling of pools, and all with your little dog, too.

  • Reviews: Make sure you’re getting champagne treatment on your beer budget and check the Hotwire Hot Rate hotel reviews to see who’s loving where.

Pack away the idea of having to book the cheapest motel in Big Sur and get way more bang for your buck. When you book with Hotwire, you can have the hotel of your dreams and still have enough cash left to re-up on those tacos.

Alternative Accommodations FAQs – Motels

How much does it cost to stay at a motel in Big Sur?

Most people choose to stay in motels to save a couple bucks and bank on a good deal. If you’re looking for cheap motels in Big Sur, why not level up your savings and your spot by booking a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal instead? When you book a Hot Rate, you end up getting way more bang for your buck. You’ll feel like you’re getting surf ‘n’ turf for kids’ menu prices, even when you book at the last minute. Because the longer you wait to book a Hot Rate deal, the bigger the savings get.


What are the best motels to stay in Big Sur?

Even the best Big Sur motels are sure to leave you wanting more. Instead of waking up on the wrong side of regret in a cheap motel, get more than you expected and book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal. Looking for big-time amenities like sparkling pools, high-end gyms, or primo locations? You won’t get that with any ol’ motel in Big Sur. But when you book a Hot Rate deal, you could get a 4-star hotel for a 2-star price. You’ll be saying, “Motel, who?” as you luxuriate in a fluffy hotel robe. 


What are some cheap motels in Big Sur?

Sure, you can find a handful and a half of cheap motels in Big Sur for your last-minute getaway, but why stop there? You could get so much more on your quick trip to Big Sur with a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal. Yeah, you might luck out at your motel in Big Sur and get some less-scratchy sheets. But why risk it? Save dough and get a top-shelf hotel when you book with a Hotwire Hot Rate. Just pick the area, scope out what you’re looking for (amenities, price, even reviews), and book. You won’t find out the exact name of the spot until after you’ve booked, but expect to really score. 


How can I find weekly rate motels in Big Sur?

If you’re looking to pack it in and stay a while, you deserve a deal. And not just at any motel in Big Sur will do when you could get a big upgrade thanks to Hotwire Hot Rates. Snag the best deal on a hotel that has everything you want for your extended stay and for way less than you thought you’d spend. A win like that deserves a celebration—beyond the best motel vending machine snacks. 


Are there any pet-friendly motels in Big Sur?

If traveling with your four-legged best bud is a must, your stay has to be pet-friendly. And you could search for pet-friendly motels in Big Sur for hours, but there’s a way better option for you and that fur-faced sweetie. Grab life with four paws and get a great deal on an incredible (and pet-friendly) hotel for less bones than you would think. Get out of the doghouse and scratch up a 4-star hotel at a 2-star price—treats all around.