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Glen Oaks Big Sur

Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
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Glen Oaks Big Sur
Ranked #3 of 8 hotels in Big Sur
4.5 of 5 stars 381 Reviews
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  • Gas fireplace(16)
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  • Duplex cabin(12)
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  • Heated floor(10)
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San Francisco, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2012 NEW via mobile
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person found this review helpful

Very well designed, excellent bathrooms, very friendly and efficient staff, this is the best value in the area. It's a little hard to find given it has no street address. We were coming from Santa Barbara heading north on Highway 1. There is a sign that says "Welcome to Big Sur," but the motel is nearly 40 miles from this... More

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San Diego, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW
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person found this review helpful

Loved the decor and the grounds. Really feel like you are in some place special even with HWY 1 passing by the motel.

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Bennington
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW
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person found this review helpful

My wife and I just returned from a PCH adventure for 10 days...it was a great retreat highlighted by our time in Big Sur. We stayed @ Glen Oaks and were amazed by the accommodations provided. Very upscale yet rustic retreat. We appreciated the attention to detail in the rooms and the friendly service. When we arrived during our check-in... More

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Foster City, California
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW via mobile
1
person found this review helpful

Overall the hotel is nice, modern interior, definitely doesn't feel like a motel like the name suggests. However for $250 a night I expected a little more. At least a coffee maker in the room. I think this place just lacks a lot of the amenities a regular hotel would have (24 hour concierge for example).

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New Orleans, Louisiana
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012
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people found this review helpful

We had a queen room. The bathroom was very nice and I loved the heated floor. I also liked the body wash & conditioner dispensers in the large shower. Would have liked a coffee maker in room, as they do not serve coffee until 8am and nothing nearby is open until 8am either. The fireplace was also the heat in... More

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philadelphia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Loved the modern design and fantastic location. We let the manager know we would have a late arrival and our keys were waiting for us. The hotel is set off from the main road so we weren't too bothered by surrounding traffic noise (ask for an end suite if possible). The room was clean, modern, and appointed with beautiful furniture... More

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Los Angeles, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

There's a reason that Miller, Kerouac, and Steinbeck went to Big Sur to refresh. Make the experience amazing by staying at Glen Oaks. The entire location is quiet and nestled in amazing country.

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Foothill Ranch, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I still can't believe the sheer - almost humorous - contrast between the surroundings and the interior of these cabins. Located right in the middle of Big Sur, per my research, its has to be hands down the best place to stay there while still in relatively reasonable range. Anything decent is expensive in Big Sur, but this is something... More

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San Diego, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This cozy motel provided a great place to stay during our drive up the California coast. Three state parks are close by, we were able to take spectacular hikes during the day and return to relax in a nicely finished room.

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San Francisco, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This place is wonderful; one of the best kept secrets of Big Sur. People are a bit hesitant to stay at a "motel" and judging from the outside, this particular place doesn't offer anything extraordinary. Checking in was a great experience. The person by the counter greeted us and showed us around the small property. She gave us the key... More

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  • Glen Oaks Hotel Big Sur
  • Glen Oaks Resort Big Sur
Address: Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Price range (per night):* S$238

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