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Glen Oaks Big Sur

Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Brooklyn, NY
Top Contributor
53 reviews 53 reviews
30 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We stayed here for one night and really enjoyed the room. We had a King Adobe room. A very comfortable bed, heated bathroom floors were awesome, and enough space to store your bags. The communal firepit was great but unfortunately it ran out of gas before 10am so we did not enjoy as much as we wanted too. We did... More

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Portland, OR
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26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Would have rated this place a 5 but it it missing some key service points. The good - Most AMAZING bed I have ever slept in, private deck with with fire pit, views of redwoods and the overall aesthetic & design. The not so good - The front desk people are not very friendly or provide any details about the... More

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Perris, California
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW via mobile

This little cozy cabins, give the experience of camping, but in Luxury style. On a great location on Big Sur and with some unique surprices,like the floor on the bathrooms; the interior of cabins are unique and comfortable, they have great eye for details

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London
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This was the most luxurious place my husband and I stayed on our honeymoon (with a price ticket to match) and the cabins are absolutely stunning. We actually stayed in 2 different cabins (Big Sur Cabin and River View Cabin) because the reception desk messed up our booking. Both cabins were gorgeous with beautiful interiors and ready to light fires... More

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Calgary, Alberta, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We stayed in the Redwood-Forest View room. The photos, as depicted on Glen Oaks Big Sur's website, reflected well the actual room and its surroundings -- you are truly nestled among the redwood trees. The kitchenette was great.

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

My husband and I drove down the coast for our honeymoon stopping in Big Sur as a last minute decision. On the day we would be arriving, we called Glen Oaks to see if they had any availability as their website said they had no vacancy. They had one Little Sur Cabin available. When we got there, we checked in... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

Enjoyed the single cabin in the woods. Despite being rather close to the road, it was quiet at night. Nice to have a kitchen with all the essentials at hand. Loved the heated floor in the bathroom. Would return again if staying in Big Sur. Close to restaurants and shops. Deetjen's was recommended for our anniversary dinner and it was... More

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Gualala, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

Two nights mid-week were spent in Big Sur on our road trip along the coast. The front desk was friendly, knowledgeable about the area, and professional in a relaxed, California-kind of way. As others have said, the price seems high until you spend time in Big Sur and realize most everything costs more than in a larger city. Thankfully, you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013 via mobile

Road trip to Big Sur! We loved our stay at Glen Oaks -wonderful and hospitable front desk, great cabin overlooking the river, paths, heated bathroom floors, comfortable bed, very nice newly remodeled with kitchenette. We especially loved having a fire pit all set for us! Great setting. We will definitely spread the word and return! Thank you!

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Phoenix, Arizona
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

This is a great hotel for couples wanting a quick stay in Big Sur while traveling down the coast. I'd particularly recommend looking into the Adobe Motor Lodge rooms. For Big Sur, they're a good price, and they're very comfortable and thoughtfully decorated. If you're not familiar with Big Sur, just realize that you're going to be a little ways... More

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Additional Information about Glen Oaks Big Sur

Also Known As:
Glen Oaks Big Sur Hotel Big Sur
Glen Oaks Big Sur Hotel
Glen Oaks Hotel Big Sur
Glen Oaks Resort Big Sur
Address: Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
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Region: United States > California > Big Sur
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Family Hotels in Big Sur
#2 Top resorts Hotels in Big Sur
#3 Romantic Hotels in Big Sur
Price range (per night): RM702 - 1,403
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Described as one of the most romantic places to stay, our adobe motor lodge was considered modern in 1957 and 50 years later Glen Oaks Big Sur has a fresh rustic-modern and Green sensibility. Our accommodations consist of 16 Adobe Motor Lodge rooms with cozy gas fireplaces and 10 Cottage/Cabin style rooms with kitchen/kitchenettes and most have access to the Big Sur River. All accommodations have free wireless internet and telephones with free local calls. We are located on Highway One in Big Sur Valley. ... more   less 

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