Big Sur · CA
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Best time to visit
August offers the most sun for Big Sur at 39% warm+sunny days (n=248), though it remains a shoulder-season pick.
ERA5 reanalysis 2018–2025 — historical likelihood, not a forecast. Full almanac for Big Sur in August →
| Month | Warm+sun | Rain days | Avg high | n |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3% | 29% | 60°F | 248 |
| February | 5% | 30% | 60°F | 226 |
| March | 1% | 46% | 58°F | 248 |
| April | 2% | 16% | 60°F | 240 |
| May | 5% | 10% | 63°F | 248 |
| June | 16% | 2% | 67°F | 240 |
| July | 25% | 0% | 69°F | 248 |
| August | 39% | 0% | 71°F | 248 |
| September | 38% | 4% | 72°F | 240 |
| October | 30% | 8% | 70°F | 248 |
| November | 14% | 20% | 64°F | 240 |
| December | 4% | 36% | 60°F | 248 |
What guests say
Verbatim from provider sentiment analysis. We publish both sides — the cons are why the pros are believable.
- Spectacular ocean views / location
- Great location
- Friendly / professional staff (in some cases)
- Nice pool and hot tub
- Good gym
- High-quality restaurant (Pacific Edge) for many guests
- Some updated and comfortable rooms
- Valet service and staff friendliness
- Many stairs / difficult access with luggage
- Inconsistent / poor service and staff communication
- Reservation/overbooking problems
- Rooms dated, need remodeling or not soundproof
- Poor value for money / expensive
- Housekeeping lapses (early knocking, vacuum left in room)
- Parking is uphill / a walk from rooms
- Inconsistent restaurant experience for some guests
Based on 334 guest reviews (provider-supplied sentiment, LiteAPI).
Facilities
62 amenities on record. Grouped by category — spa/pool/beach/golf lead.
- Outdoor pool
- Swimming pool
- Fitness center
- Fitness facilities
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage services
- Spa/wellness center
- Golf course
- Kid meals
- Bar
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Restaurant
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Accessible parking
- Free Parking
- Parking
45 other amenities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Allergy-free room
- BBQ facilities
- Business center
- Cashless payment available
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Daily housekeeping
- Designated smoking area
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Express check-in/check-out
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Fax/photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Garden
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Heating
- Higher level toilet
- Hiking
- Invoice provided
- Key card access
- Laundry
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Lower bathroom sink
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Paid WiFi
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Picnic area
- Safety deposit box
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Security alarm
- Smoke alarms
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Sun terrace
- Toilet with grab rails
- Visual aids: Braille
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi available
Room types
8 room types on record from the provider. No price shown without a live quote.
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View
This suite features an: - ocean view - kitchen - dining area - wood-burning fireplace - hot tub.
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
This room features an: - ocean view - wood-burning fireplace - air conditioning.
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Point Lobos Suite. 1 Bedroom, Ocean View
This townhome-style suite features an: - ocean view - kitchen - dining area - wood-burning fireplace - hot tub.
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Suite
This oversize suite features an: - ocean view - 3 wood-burning fireplaces - hot tub.
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
This room features a: - garden view - wood-burning fireplace - private balcony.
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Sunset Suite , 1 Queen with Sofa bed, Ocean View
This suite features: - two bedrooms - a kitchen - a dining area - a wood-burning fireplace - a hot tub.
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Townhome, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View
This oversize suite features a: - pull-out sofa bed - wood-burning fireplace.
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Big Sur Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View
This suite features an: - partial ocean view - kitchen - dining area - wood-burning fireplace - hot tub.
About the property
Breathtaking Ocean Views
Perched on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Hyatt Carmel Highlands offers a picturesque retreat surrounded by pine groves. The contemporary rooms open onto spacious balconies, providing stunning views of the ocean.
Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the outdoor pool, garden spas, and award-winning dining with ocean vistas. The rooms boast modern furnishings, HD TVs, and cozy fireplaces for a comfortable stay. Complimentary WiFi, a fitness center, and versatile meeting spaces cater to all your needs.
Culinary Delights
Savor gourmet cuisine made with seasonal ingredients at Pacific’s Edge Restaurant, followed by drinks in the lounge bar offering panoramic ocean views. Immerse yourself in luxury and natural beauty at Hyatt Carmel Highlands.
Book your stay now to experience coastal elegance at its finest!
Description from provider (LiteAPI). Not generated or paraphrased.
Stay details
Weather in Big Sur
7-day run 7–13 Nov, zero rain · 5 clear, rain on 8 of 16 forecast days (126h)
View Big Sur weather forecast & all hotelsProperty data from LiteAPI, including photos, facilities, rooms, policies and sentiment analysis. Star rating is provider-supplied. Guest rating shown only when a review count is available — never invented. No price is shown without a live quote. No awards are claimed that are not in the provider record. Weather data from ERA5 reanalysis (Open-Meteo); almanac figures are 8-year historical likelihoods, not forecasts. All model logic is on our methodology page.