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Gorda Springs Resort

Highway 1, Big Sur, CA
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Gorda Springs Resort
Ranked #8 of 8 hotels in Big Sur
3.0 of 5 stars 83 Reviews
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Auckland Central, New Zealand
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

No TV, no Interent, not even a clock in the room, and very pricey $165 for old decor and small bed. In saying all that, I loved the place for the location and lovey sea view. if your looking for quiet and secluded spot then this is a lovely spot on the beautiful Cabrillo Highway.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 via mobile

Made several stops before we got to stay at the Rock House. Nice Oasis,ocean views lots of places to enjoy out doors. This place is far from metropolitan city. So things cost more. So people that complain about that. Get a grip.

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Indianapolis, Indiana
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Gorda is clearly on the way back to the place we have known and loved. We feel qualified in making remarks about Gorda because until a management change that took place a couple of years ago, we stayed at Gorda at least once or twice a year for more than ten years. A short lived change in management resulted in... More

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Tinley Park
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

In the July 2005 the wife and I traveled to Gorda on Motorcycle from Chicago. It was getting late, as we had come from Monterey in the A.M. and decided to stop for the night in Gorda Springs. Jennie the manager was the greatest and gave us a 2 day discounted rate on the Garden Cottage, that we extended to... More

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tampa, Florida, USA
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012
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After reading the other reviews I think there must have been a major change in management or I have really low standards. After a jaw dropping drive down the coast from San Francisco this place was a spectacular oasis and a very isolated and welcome respite. I agree with a previous reviewer; if you want a spa experience with satellite... More

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Fort Wayne, Indiana
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

My son and I absolutely loved it! We even extended our visit an extra day. Everyone I met there was friendly and helpful. It seriously felt like home, we hated to leave. The surrounding area is absolutely gorgeous with many great hiking and climbing possibilities. Jade Cove is fantastic for the nature adventurer. Every beach is different and not nearly... More

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Encinitas, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012
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person found this review helpful

Was going to camp and at the last minute bailed on that idea and booked a room at Gorda Springs. Remote location so not much to choose from and they know it. I wanted a place to sleep and it fit the bill. BUT - chincy on soap, paper thin walls, old bed. Don't expect much and you'll be thrilled.... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012
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person found this review helpful

We took a chance because it was a 3-day weekend and we had no other options except driving back to San Luis Obispo. The good is that this is a spectacular location and not pricey for a cabin with its own ocean view garden. The cabins are antique but ours had a shabby charm. Our bed was comfortable and the... More

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Surrey, uk
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

ABSOLUTELY LOVED this hotel. The best hotel I stayed in. I dont think it was over-priced at all, not for the location and beautiful scenery. Nothing for miles, on a cliff edge, so so beautiful. We stayed in one of the motel rooms above the general store (there's only 3), the rooms were a bit rustic, dipped bed, old furniture... More

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san francisco
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011

We stoped here without reservations and ended up getting the last two cabins available - Palm and Garden. Garden was just ok, smallish but with a whirlpool tub. Too bad the water disappeared from that room at some point in the evening and came back on with loud noises at 6 am. Palm cabin was big, with a kitchen sink... More

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Address: Highway 1, Big Sur, CA

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