62400 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920-9533
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#6 of 8 hotels in Big Sur
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4.8
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4.1
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3.8
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Ocean View
Quiet
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Free parking
Free internet
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Free breakfast
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Non-smoking hotel
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Amber D wrote a review Jun 2023
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We had a terrible experience. The room was not worth what they charge! Subpar at best!! Not to mention that the customer service is nonexistent and unacceptable. The room was not cleaned to my standards. The front desk did not seem to care and acted like my concerns were invalid. We will never stay there again!!! Beware… there’s more hotels in the area that are of greater value and a bang for your buck!!
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Jack Winward wrote a review May 2023
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The motel is amazingly quaint and in the most gorgeous setting. Be sure to take time to hike around the property. Although the contact-free check-in/check-out process worked well, it would have been sweet to have someone on site. This is an especially fun place to visit after watching the Nurse Ratched series with Sarah Paulson.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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dolittledigger wrote a review Aug 2022
michigan941 contributions243 helpful votes
We went in November for 2 nights after 2 prior visits had to be cancelled to road closure and the fires. We stayed in room 7. Loved it. Just to sit and listen to waves, the views kept us in awe. However, I will say, the rooms behind us, or at least maybe the last one connected to room 7, was loud. You could hear the people talking. They came in super late. We walked to the end and up the hill for another overlook. We took a glass of wine up there and just sat with the sunset. Met some great guys from San Fran and ended up outside for 4 hours chatting with them in the adirondack chairs, listening to the waves and watched shooting stars. You go here to relax, not watch TV and play on your phone. Breakfast was placed in bags in a cooler. Simple breakfast, no complaints. Muffins, hard boiled egg, juice. Maybe a protein bar? If there are issues with the roads/fires, do not blame them. You also need to communicate ahead of time if arriving late. It is in an area with nothing around. We were saddened when the restaurant burned down. Just plan ahead.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Tom H wrote a review Nov 2021
Kingston, Canada772 contributions232 helpful votes
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5 stars but please read on. This was on our West Coach Adventure Roadtrip. I chose this play as a risk, as it was one of the few places in Big Sur. We had heard before our trip the tragedy of the fire damaging the office and restaurant, making them unserviceable, but we decided to keep the reservation. On the drive up the coast we got a call from the Lucia Lodge- thank you- advising us that a rockslide had closed Hwy #1. After a debate we decided to detour and come south adding 3 hours to the drive to get there in the dark. No internet service, it was difficult to even find. But wow, we woke up to paradise on the coast. It was everything I imagined about Big Sur. The room was dated. We saw no staff, had no services, it was overpriced for the accommodation, until you saw the view. It was worth it. Afterwards I found out this motel was used as a setting in the Netflix Series- Nurse Ratchet. Am I correct?
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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mblaca wrote a review Sep 2021
6 contributions3 helpful votes
You want to stay here because it's in mid-Big Sur, quiet, comfortable rooms and has spectacular views - when it's not foggy. We were there when there was heavy fog, so we missed the best part. Nonetheless, our room (#7) was tidy, comfortable and clean. The sheets on the bed were squeaky clean. Breakfast was provided by a close by inn and it was great. We knew this in advance - no cell coverage and limited internet - just be advised.
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Date of stay: September 2021
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RonRedmond wrote a review Sep 2021
Burlington, Vermont3 contributions2 helpful votes
Seek other lodging options, north and south of Lucia. Ocean view is stunning but not the only one along PCH. Pre-arrival communication great, rooms are clean but little investment to and upkeep of overall property results in a dreary experience.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: If you’re a “Ratched,” fan recommend taking a photo and then driving on.
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Ashleigh S wrote a review Aug 2021
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We stayed here for the views, although the intense August fog didn't allow for any. Just the same, Big Sur gets really chilly at night and this was a cozy room in a lodge with easy access to great hiking. It was deliciously quiet and we brought our own beverages to enjoy as we stared into the abyss and contemplated the next stop on our road trip. It's hard to find affordable and actual nice places in Big Sur, but Lucia Lodge is definitely one, regardless of weather. I'd absolutely stay here again.
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Date of stay: August 2021
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TPhage wrote a review Aug 2021
Aspen, Colorado68 contributions67 helpful votes
Pros & Cons Pros: views, location, parking, quiet, clean, cozy, convenience. Dinner was ok. Good continental breakfast and coffee. Cons: “due to Covid” no housekeeping, no toiletry replacing, front desk closing before listed time, internet choppy, no cell service.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Bring shampoo and soap and your own throw blanket if you want to sit outside.
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Auntfeena wrote a review May 2021
Colorado230 contributions71 helpful votes
We stayed here 12 years ago, and it was an unforgettable experience. Had to return and have to say it was pretty much the same. Rooms now have WiFi, but not much is different. The view at 200ft above the pounding ocean is hard to beat. An intimate (good!) dinner available that evening in a true room with a view! Love this little bend in the road.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Sash wrote a review Sep 2020
San Francisco, California14 contributions5 helpful votes
This was Big Sur’s little hidden gem. It doesn’t show up on all the big travel hotel sites. And it is the motel Features in Netflix new show Ratched. It is going to become exposed and now everyone will want to go here. Enjoy it while you still can.
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Traveled solo
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LUCIA LODGE - Updated 2023 Prices & Resort Reviews (Big Sur, CA)

Frequently Asked Questions about Lucia Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Lucia Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Limekiln State Park (2.0 miles), New Camaldoli Hermitage (0.04 miles), and Mill Creek Picnic Area (4.8 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Lucia Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Lucia Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Lucia Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Does Lucia Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.