Welcome to the
Big Sur River Inn
a big sur Hotel and Restaurant
The Big Sur River Inn is an unforgettable one-stop vacation destination where traditions are born and thrive, year after year. Nestled amid towering redwoods along the scenic Big Sur River, the River Inn is Big Sur’s first hotel and restaurant, and remains a beloved gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
STAY WITH US
Stay in the heart of Big Sur in one of our comfortable, cabin-feel guest rooms. Our riverside suites overlook the expansive lawn and redwood-lined Big Sur River. Our motel-style ridge rooms are located along historic Highway One across from the main lodge.
EAT WITH US
Renew your spirit at our restaurant and full service bar at the Big Sur River Inn. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner on our outdoor decks, the lawn or along the bank of the Big Sur River. Also explore our burrito bar inside our general store and grab an ice cream at our famous bus.
Shop with us
For an authentic Big Sur River Inn experience without visiting us on the property, check out our new online store to take a piece of the River Inn home with you. It is also a great way to support our family-owned and locally-operated business. Thank you for your support!
ACTIVITIES
From summer Sunday live music to annual holiday celebrations to movie nights on the lawn, we at the Big Sur River Inn love family and community, and bringing locals and visitors alike together. Explore our activities page for upcoming events and activities.
WEDDINGS & EVENTS
The Big Sur River Inn is the perfect place to host your destination wedding or group event, big or small. We work with local vendors to make your event something to cherish and remember.
Big Sur River Inn, in partnership with Kind Traveler’s Every Stay Gives Back program, supports Big Sur Health Center. The mission of Big Sur Health Center is to provide quality healthcare through traditional and complementary approaches that are culturally sensitive and patient-centered. It is their quest to be a life-long healthcare partner for all in Big Sur, regardless of need or ability to pay. Through our community impact program, $1 per night will fund the Big Sur Health Center. Additionally, Big Sur River Inn will match every $1 collected, doubling the positive impact we will make together. 100% of funds are given to Big Sur Health Center. Learn more about how your travel dollars are positively impacting the local community.
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