Big Sur Beach Guide

by sfgirl06 - 1 Review - 261 Lists

Updated: August 01, 2004

Soak up the sun on the beach, then find the best dining and accommodations along Big Sur's rugged, breathtaking coastline.

On this page:Where to Hit the Beach, Where to Eat, Where to Stay, More Getaway Ideas.

Where to Hit the Beach

  1. 1 Andrew Molera State Park
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    Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
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    Big Sur Station #1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

  3. 3 Limekiln Beach State Park
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    63025 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

    A redwood forest leads to a breathtaking, rocky beach in this stunning park.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Prk
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    Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

Where to Eat

  1. 5 2 Star Rating: Below Average Lucia Lodge Restaurant
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    Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

    On a clear day, you can see forever: an ideal spot for lunch midway through an afternoon of sightseeing.

  2. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Nepenthe
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    Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

  3. 7 San Simeon Restaurant
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    9520 Castillo Dr, San Simeon, CA 93452 (map)

    Nosh on pub grub and soak up the fantastic ocean views.

  4. 8 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Sierra Mar Restaurant
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    Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

    Big Sur's finest restaurant, this oceanside retreat offers elegant design and delectable New American fare.

  5. 9 3.5 Star Rating: Average Rocky Point Restaurant
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    Hwy 1, Carmel, CA 93923 (map)

Where to Stay

  1. 10 3.5 Star Rating: Average Lucia Lodge
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    62400 Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

  2. 11 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Ventana Inn & Spa
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    Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

    See how the other half lives at this luxurious hotel that caters to the mind, body and well-stuffed wallet.

  3. 12 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Post Ranch Inn
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    Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

  4. 13 4 Star Rating: Recommended Big Sur Lodge
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    47225 Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 (map)

  5. 14 Ragged Point Inn
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    19019 Hwy 1, Ragged Pt, CA 93452 (map)

More Getaway Ideas

  1. 15 3 Star Rating: Average Hotel Durant
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    2600 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 (map)

    Historic Spanish-style inn is just a quick walk from Cal in Berkeley.

  2. 16 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended San Anselmo Inn
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    339 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960 (map)

    This Marin inn offers Euro-style charm convenient to both the city and Napa.

  3. 17 3 Star Rating: Average The Washington Inn
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    495 10th St, Oakland, CA 94607 (map)

  4. 18 Calistoga Ranch
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    580 Lommel Rd, Calistoga, CA 94515 (map)

    This Napa Valley hotel sits on 157 beautiful acres in the middle of Wine Country.

  5. 19 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Hotel Sausalito
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    16 El Portal, Sausalito, CA 94965 (map)

  6. 20 4 Star Rating: Recommended W San Francisco
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    181 Third St, San Francisco, CA 94117 (map)

    Fab Rate. Play Dates. Why Wait?

  7. 21 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Phoenix Hotel
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    601 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA 94109 (map)

    SF retro motor lodge is a swanky destination for stylish folks.

  8. 22 4 Star Rating: Recommended Claremont Resort and Spa
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    41 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705 (map)

    Live the privileged life at this posh East Bay resort that comes with a full-service spa.

  9. 23 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Renaissance Sonoma
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    1325 Broadway At Leveroni And Napa Roads, Sonoma, CA 95476 (map)

    This grand hotel offers top-notch amenities.

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