We love to visit the Hacienda on Fort Hunter Liggett. It's like taking a trip back in time to a…read morehidden oasis. The building was originally the office building for the Hearst Ranch, but nowadays it's an inn for visitors on their way to north or or south. You have to call ahead to make a reservation. Notice that reservations can be canceled if they are having a big event on Fort Hunter Liggett. You book online and then when you arrive, if you're there before 4:30 o'clock, you can get a code that lets you access a key on a lockbox on the door. Be aware that if you arrive after 4:30 you have to call a number and get the code over the phone. The lockbox on the door is a bit tricky and it took us a couple of tries to unlock it. We were glad we booked ahead because they had given us a downstairs tower room and we wanted an upstairs tower room and we were able to transfer. It also takes forethought to get on the base at Hunter-Liggett. You need to have either a real ID or a passport to enter the base nowadays. They no longer require that you show registration or proof of insurance for your car. The rooms have been redecorated in the past five years, and the look and quality of the furniture are much more suited to a lodge that you would stop at in the middle of a long trip. There's a big sturdy double bed and a bureau with a little barn door where they hid the extra blankets. There are two lounge chairs, and a working TV, although it has very limited channels. There are no movie channels and they're only 10 commercial channels out of about 100 that Comcast offers. There's also a small refrigerator with a freezer and a microwave. The coffee maker, however, is the smallest I have ever seen, smaller than even a Keurig and they don't provide cups to use. There were only plastic cups for the coffee and even paper cups with tops would've been preferable. There is a very small amount of coffee and sugar available, but there's no creamer of any kind. The room was big and quiet and even though there was a huge thunderstorm outside with lightning and snow on top of the Santa Cruz mountains, we managed to turn the small portable heater on and keep the room cozy. We were watching the Olympics, so it was kind of icy on TV, but wrapping up in the extra blankets provided a warm and comfortable place to sit out the storm. There is no food available at the Hacienda anymore. There used to be a breakfast with pastries and yogurt and coffee, but that is no longer available from the kitchen. We were also told that we should not access the Mess hall, so we settled for Liggett Lanes, the local bowling alley, which is the only thing open and available to civilians. They were very friendly there and I wrote them up under a different review. We were able to get wonderful taco Tuesday tacos and enjoyed them over at Liggett Lanes. They will also take online orders, which can be picked up there. We had brought a lot of food with us. My husband brought an entire cooked breakfast of sausage and eggs that he was able to warm up in the microwave in the morning. I enjoyed the little BelVita crackers they provided along with my yogurt and berries that I brought from home. We had also brought a small portable coffee maker and creamer which fit in the fridge, so we had nice coffee accompany our breakfast. We're now regarding the inn as kind of a camping site where you should bring all your own food pre-cooked because there aren't any cooking implements available. You could also buy food from a restaurant in King city to the North or south in Paso Robles before you drive up. Check out time is 11am. We had a great nights sleep because the walls are so thick in that building. The room was nice and cozy, so we were able to pop up and explore the base and surrounding countryside.

The place was absolutely fantastic for a getaway. We were welcomed by a really helpful and friendly…read morehost named Oscar. He made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Seriously, his great personality made the whole experience even better. I'd definitely recommend staying here if you're looking for a wonderful time. If you are looking for a place to eat, I would recommend their restaurant. The food was the best I ever had. Emily was our server and she was friendly and knowledgeable . Be sure to have the seafood pie, it's to die for .

What a wonderful spot to stay in King City. The property and rooms are well cared for and the…read moreowner/operators are so sweet! They have owned the property for over 20 years and I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed the checkin process and large room that had many amenities. The bed and pillows were so comfy! My room was 47 that was upstairs with a big king bed! Great night sleep... And, I left my earrings there and they were so nice to have found them and mailing them back to me. I am so grateful. And, they have the most amazing beautiful plants in their lobby surrounded by memorabilia that warmed my heart for a tired traveler. It's not easy to run a business and property like this. I appreciated my stay very much.

Don't do it! Buckets of problems…read more The ice machines non-operational The hot tub is not maintained nor heated The shower valve distributes an abundance of scalding hot water exclusively no cold in the shower There's a number of walking hazards walking between the room and the office I tripped on a plumbing fixture that's about 9 in vertical off the floor next to the walk way. Keefer's inn is a experience revolving around negative equity

It always makes me proud to love the world somehow- hate's so easy compared --…read more Jack Kerouac, Big Sur Having dinner at Treebones will definitely make one love the world just a little bit more. We were staying nearby at Lucia Lodge and needed a better dinner option. I emailed the front desk to see if we could get in (phone service is non existent at times in Big Sur but I did have WiFi at our room). They responded quickly, I got some cell service, and we confirmed our reservation for last seating at 8:30. Sydney at the front desk, great name by the way, also confirmed a $25 corkage fee for the special bottle we wanted to bring. We did the 4 course dinner and it was a pleasant surprise to have so many good choices with each course. I went crudo, soup, steak and panna cotta; the better half went with scallops, wood fired cabbage, steak and chocolate cake. We shared, all was divine :-) Service was on point, friendly and they never rushed us. We also bought a few items from the cute gift shop. The Morlet 2014 Cabernet I brought was incredible and a perfect match. Use lastbottle.com. I got this $300 bottle for under $100, well worth it to pair with this extraordinary meal. A beautiful setting, a beautiful meal, lovely service. They charge you automatic 20% gratuity, we added another 5% in cash. Highly recommended!!!

Stayed in the tiny home for a night and we loved it all. The panoramic view by the water was…read morebeautiful. The tiny home came with everything we needed. The personal bonfire and hot tub elevated the whole experience. The area was quiet and felt intimate. The complementary breakfast was cozy and comforting. We got the omakase as well with the alcohol pairing. A lot of the ingredients were sourced from the area which made it feel more unique. Some of the dishes were slightly on the fishy side, but other than that it was very yummy. I don't think I would recommend making reservations at the omakase unless you're staying at the resort since they do take stand alones. We were also greeting by a very large spider on the bathroom towels in the middle of the night but other than that we had a great time.

What everyone else said. Solid little hotel…read more This place is bare bones. You don't even get shampoo...just soap. The TV is a 27" tube...but it works well. Decent selection of channels, and it's clear. As far as the basics are concerned, the room is clean, comfortable, and quiet. The wall A/C unit is relatively new, my room was kept nice and warm all night. ...for $50/night (including tax) the value is amazing. Just set your expectations accordingly.

Clean, cramped, recently remodeled bathroom. Single-story, enclosed parking lot…read more We were a little apprehensive about staying here, since there is no marketing, no web page, no posted prices, etc. but as it is higher rated (and deservedly so) than the Soledad hotels and also fairly close to Pinnacles National Park, we wanted to give it a try. If you think about staying here, ask for prices when you call. I called a few days ahead to make a reservation - no problem. We got there about 3 pm, rang the doorbell at the locked office door (quickly answered by the owners), checked in, and left our suitcases and a cooler in the room. Fairly big refrigerator right inside the door. Nicely painted room, two queen beds, not much room to spare around the beds. Didn't explore much before heading off to Pinnacles and dinner. We returned after dark, and chatted with another couple who had stumbled - almost literally - on the place while driving from Arizona to Seattle. They had just exited 101, and drove up Broadway until they found this place. We got into our room, and settled in. No evidence whatsoever of bugs in the room, our main fear. The mattress was comfortable, the A/C worked, the flat-panel TV worked (Spectrum cable). Not an overabundance of free electrical outlets, but we managed to find enough to charge our phones and plug in our laptop. The bathroom had been recently remodeled, with a new sink, new countertop, new mirror, and evidently a newly tiled shower enclosure with 1950s teal and peach colors - cheery! No exhaust fan, but a screened window that opened onto the sidewalk of the street outside, fortunately deserted at 10 pm. The towel hooks look like they came from Temu, though, pretty insubstantial, and won't last long. The internet, as others have mentioned, worked flawlessly, far better than Marriotts we've stayed at. There is an ice machine in a corner of the parking lot. We were charged $100 in August of 2026 for the room. Quite a bargain .

Beautiful spot to stop and enjoy the view!! You can't beat it!…read more They have a restroom, snack bar, gift shops, coffee shop and restaurant. They even had live music the day we came over the summer weekend. Great views! Can be chilly up high.

Be ready: You're paying for the location, not the room…read more The biggest highlight isn't the hotel itself- it's the location. The ocean views are absolutely stunning, and the property has several beautiful viewpoints where you can sit with a coffee, take a walk, and simply enjoy the scenery. Waking up here and taking a morning stroll before continuing our drive was one of my favorite parts of the trip. We booked one of the more affordable rooms since we arrived late in the evening and left early the next morning. The room was clean but very basic. The AC was definitely older, and the room itself felt a bit dated. Since we only needed a place to sleep after a long day on the road, it worked perfectly for us. If you're planning to stay longer than one night, I'd definitely recommend spending a little more for a room with an ocean view. Just don't expect luxury accommodations, you are really paying for the incredible location. The only part we didn't enjoy was breakfast. We purchased it on-site, and unfortunately, it was very disappointing. That was probably the weakest part of our stay. Overall, this is a place I'd recommend because of the views, the peaceful atmosphere, and the experience of waking up on the Big Sur coast. It's simple, relaxed, and a wonderful stop along one of California's most beautiful drives. P.S. Cell service is extremely limited here, and we also weren't able to get Wi-Fi in our room. Be sure to download your maps and anything else you might need before arriving.

I don't even have the words to describe how beautiful this place is…read more I had never been anywhere near here. I found it kind of by accident, and it sounded like exactly what I was looking for. A peaceful retreat. When I say I have never in my life felt so peaceful.... that's hard-core. I take my peace very seriously, and rarely get it. From start to finish, the rental process was easy, we arrived pretty late at night and came "home" to a beautiful clean comfy place. You do have to be careful parking, so read everything they say! Our experience was amazing. The caretaker Allison is an absolute Gem of a person. She's so kind, and goes out of her way to make sure you have anything and everything and enjoying your stay. I give her 100 stars! This place is beyond gorgeous and so dang peaceful. And full of fun things to do. And Allison is the best. I cried when we had to leave. It's heaven

awesome place! great location with private boat docks walking distance from the houses. houses were…read morecozy and clean . can't wait for our next trip

We did not enjoy staying at this hotel. The lobby and the room was tired and dirty. It needs a…read morecomplete renovation. The sink in the bathroom would not drain because the stopper was broken and the toilet would not flush properly. It took about 5 minutes to get hot water to run in the tub. Our room was all the way down at the back near the Utility or Storage room where we heard loud banging in the evening between 7 and 8 PM. When we went to check out at the front desk, the woman did not even ask how our stay was. At least we were provided a roof over our heads and a bed to sleep in.

This is an older, bit rundown place. Rooms were hit and miss; we had 2 rooms and our reservation…read moreand one was fine while the other did not have a functioning AC and it was a bit of an ordeal to move their room. Signs in all the rooms about "buying" things from the room that go missing, so it seems they have a theft problem. Included breakfast with the stay is a skip. Easy, convenient location near the freeway.

This is an absolutely incredible location. You're driving up towards the Pinnacles National Park…read morefeeling like you're going to the end of the Earth and then, bam! There's the pot at the end of the rainbow. You drive through the gate and along the vineyard roads to arrive at the Inn. Once you get there, the check-in was seamless and Jan and Jon were wonderful. The accommodations are luxurious and the scenery is second to none. Looking at Pinnacles National Park in one direction and the Santa Lucia mountains with the sunset in the other direction. Sitting on the patio, enjoying the hummingbirds at the feeder and then venturing down to the pool for a little wine and cheese social was the icing on the cake. This is a phenomenal location and is definitely a hidden gem in Monterey County. It would be perfect for visiting the national park or just for a nice getaway weekend. We will certainly be back in the near future.

We loved our stay. Three generations of us were there -- Us, Our parents, and our teenagers…read more Phil the Inn's caretaker and his companion Laurie crushed it. Great company, food and wine tasting. The West side of Pinnacles is just 1 mile away. Phil was a former ranger and gave us great tips for hiking as well. It felt more like staying with friends than going to a hotel or Inn. The Inn is gorgeous. Just a mile or so from the park and we had a pool, free breakfasts and wine tasting. Loved it. It was really special and Bill Brosseau makes great wine (son of Inn owners). Jon and Jan, Phil is a keeper! Thanks for sharing your lovely Inn. Pinnacles is very special and we loved our hike. My parents really enjoyed themselves. Good work Phil and thanks to Jan for the delicious scones and muffins (homemade). Clearly this place was a labor of love.

Fantastic experience!!! The shipping container rooms were soooo fun!!! The staff and service was…read moreexceptional and the views were phenomenal. The team was so great to us and our two corgis. We are definitely staying here everytime we need a getaway from OC/LA to Paso Robles. Worth the trip! Breakfast was delivered to our room every morning and OMG. Complements to the Chef! Everything was SO GOOD!!! Get the chilaquiles if you can! That was SOLID! Thank you everyone at GENESEO INN and the Cass Tasting Room! We had such a blast and it was definitely the reset we needed with this getaway! I wish we could stay longer! WE WILL BE BACK!

1st time staying in shipping containers and will definitely be coming back. This place has amazing…read moreviews. They have done the insides really well. Fun trip. Thanks.

POV: searching for glamping vibes and forest bathing in Big Sur…read more The property is spread across either side of the road. On one side is the lobby directly across the roadhouse restaurant. The other side is gated and has river access. We sat by the campfire and made smores, bought an inflatable donut at the store near the lobby, crossed a bridge, floated along the lazy river, and walked the beautiful lush grounds under the towering redwood trees. If I had stayed longer I would've put one of those yoga mats to good use. Cabins are clean, stocked, and cozy. I highly recommend staying a few nights in this peaceful place.

I truly believe this is one of the most special places to stay in Big Sur. There's a certain…read morefeeling you get when everything is just right--and the little Sur (room N) delivered the perfect setting - peacefulness, romance, and nature. The location of the cabin is right off the creek of their property. Also It had rained the day before, so a small waterfall was flowing directly across from our place. That evening we sat by the fire, roasting marshmallows and sipping champagne while listening to the water and looking up at the redwood trees. It was just so magical. One detail I especially loved was the heated bathroom floors--such a cozy surprise and something I'm definitely not used to! The entire cabin was spotless and beautifully maintained. I'm very particular about cleanliness in hotels so I brought my mattress vacuum cleaner to inspect--the bed and pillows were not dusty, which gave me a peace of mind. Overall, our stay was perfectly the way I want to remember this trip. If I had stayed somewhere else, I don't think I would have had a great of an experience in Big Sur. Ambience and the aesthetics of the property grounds is important to me and it checked off all the boxes. April turned out to be the perfect time to visit: sunny, peaceful, and more affordable than peak season. I loved everything about this stay and we're already planning to come back. Recommendations: the pillows are goose down so it doesn't work for neck support. Bring a pillow you like from home if you have neck issues. Also, in Little Sur, your bed is underneath a window. Turn the blinds upwards so you don't wake up to the light in your eyes:)