Welcome to the
Big Sur River Inn

“…the place with the chairs in the river.”

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 was Big Sur’s first hotel and restaurant, and remains a beloved gathering place for locals and visitors alike.

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 while Highway 1 is closed. Thank you for your support!

Adirondack chairs on the front deck of the riverside suites

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.

photo of Breakfast at the Big Sur River Inn with english muffin, omelet, fruit bowl and coffee

EAT WITH US

Renew your spirit at our restaurant and full service bar at the Big Sur River Inn, open daily from 9am to 9pm. 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 or grab an ice cream at our famous bus.

Sunday Music on the lower deck at the Big Sur River Inn

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.

photo of newlywed couple embracing on the giant Adirondack chair in front of the Big Sur River Inn Restaurant

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. 

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We have something new to share with all of you to connect us… until we can be together again! The River Inn has been through many disasters and road closures throughout our 90 years of operation. Though these events are surprising, the beauty
Community Alert: This situation is under development and information will change as a slide is cleared and assessments are made. Highway One to the north of the Big Sur Valley is currently a hard closure for all traffic. The River Inn Restaurant wil
We are very excited for tomorrow’s annual Easter Egg Hunt and the report indicates dry weather for Sunday! Egg Hunt 10:30am Easter Specials 9-8 Community Movie Night 6:30pm Join us for a delightful and fun Easter Sunday in Big Sur. #EasterC
An iconic drink in an iconic spot 😘 River Inn opened its doors in 1934. In honor of our 90th anniversary we are featuring an iconic drink for each decade that we have been in business. In the 1930s the most popular cocktail was the Bloody Mary! O
We are just one short week away from Easter! Don’t forget our annual Egg Hunt for the kiddos starts at 10:30am sharp, meet in the courtyard by the fire pit. To make your Easter weekend even more delightful we have afternoon tunes with Rick Che
We are enjoying the loveliest day here, feels far more like Spring than the calendar reads. Happening this weekend! -Saturday afternoon tunes with local crooner Rick Chelew -Community Movie Night 6:30pm Sunday (message for details) -Whale Watching w