Big Sur River Inn

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Scored 7.5
Rated good

Great location!

8.9

Adjacent to the Big Sur River, this California hotel features an on-site restaurant and bar. Pfeiffer Day Use Beach is a 10 minute drive away. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all rooms. A private entrance, free toiletries and a private bathroom are featured in each room at Big Sur River Inn. Rooms provide wood accents, white linens and artwork inspired by nature. After a day at the beach, guests can relax in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool. On-site shopping opportunities available at River Inn Big Sur. Hiking trails through the Redwoods are 3 miles from Andrew Molera State Park. Big Sur River Inn Restaurant offers American fare on site. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or a complete meal from 8:00 am - 9:00 pm, 7 days a week. San Francisco International Airport is 130 miles from Big Sur River Inn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Izabella
United States United States
“The property was beautifully maintained with the flowers and everything was clean.”
Anita
United States United States
“The chairs in the river are really fantastic! Pretty little porch with our room with glider and table and parking right outside!”
Carol
United States United States
“I loved being able to sit in the Big Sur river in the river chairs. I also enjoyed being able to eat dinner and breakfast at the restaurant onsite.”
Susan
United States United States
“Location Location Location! ! we were driving highway 1 from San Jose to Santa Barbara, and this was a dream stop for several years but PCH was always closed south of here.. Relaxing vibe with chairs in the river. Excellent food!!”
Gary
United States United States
“The Riverfront rooms are so relaxing to be able to watch from your porch.”
Vijay
United States United States
“Room was clean and comfortable for two people and the vegetarian options in the restaurant were few but very good.”
Michael
United States United States
“Right next to the river. Nice grass lawn to relax on or play with kids. Convenient store/ restaurant on site.”
Carlson
United States United States
“Super clean rooms with excellent bedding. As good as W Hotels. Close to Hearst Castle. Good basic breakfast for FREE. Wonderful staff. Access to Moonstone Beach.”
Stephanie
United States United States
“Everything about this property was amazing, from the restaurant food to enjoying breakfast and coffee on the river bed to the rooms. Exceptional no complaints. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating.”
Kevin
United States United States
“Room was very nice. A little noises but very comfortable. The NICEST people work there”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Big Sur River Inn Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Big Sur River Inn

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Big Sur River Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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