Driving & Destinations Along Highway 1 - Hiking and Backpacking Big Sur - page 38

CHAPTER four
Driving & Destinations Along
Highway 1
M ORE THAN 3 MILLION VISITORS a year travel Highway 1, so it's no surprise that
sightseers and vacationers have a myriad of services and attractions from which to
choose—from resorts, spas, hotels, campgrounds, and retreats to galleries, hot springs,
and coastal coffeehouses. The following attractions and businesses are listed in order
from north to south under specific categories. While not comprehensive, the listings in-
clude many of the Hotels & Motels, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Restaurants & Cafés,
Art Galleries, Automotive Services, and Events along Highway 1 between Carmel and
San Simeon.
Hotels & Motels
LAMP LIGHTER INN SE corner of Ocean Avenue at Camino Real, Carmel-by-the-Sea,
[phone], carmellamplighter.com ($185-450/night). Just west of Highway 1,
this is one of the most photographed inns in the country, offering rooms and cottages a
short stroll from the beach and village.
CARMEL RIVER INN At Carmel River Bridge, [phone] or [phone], car-
melriverinn.com ($165-450/night). Just past Carmel River State Beach, this inn is
widely considered the best lodging bargain in Carmel.
PARK HYATT CARMEL, HIGHLANDS INN 120 Highlands Drive, Carmel, [phone]
or [phone], highlandsinn.hyatt.com ($440-675/night). Ocean-view rooms with
fireplaces and spa baths, as well as wine tasting and a fantastic restaurant.
RIVERSIDE CAMPGROUND & CABINS 22 miles south of Carmel, [phone], river-
sidecampground.com ($90-200/night). Cabins on the Big Sur River.