I was so scared of staying here after reading the reviews and seeing pictures of Deetjen's but my boyfriend loved the idea of staying in cabins under the redwoods. We compromised and stayed in one of the pricier rooms w/ a private bathroom and I was surprisingly happy. We never heard our neighbors (surprise again) and the room was so... more

I knew that we wanted to spend a night in Big Sur during our coastal drive trip, but had a hard time deciding upon a place, as all of the options in our price range (i.e. NOT Post Ranch Inn or Ventana) had very mixed reviews on this site and in the tour books. We ended up picking Deetjens because... more

We stayed one night at the Inn and I have to say it has to be experienced as you drive inn your mouth will drop to the floor it is an amazing sight. It is just off Highway 1 and you can hear a little traffic noise from the road but this dies down as the night goes on. It... more

We stayed in the Lower Creek Cottage and loved it. The location of this cabin is great: away from Highway 1 but a short walk to the restaurant. And you can park your car right next to your cottage. There is a daybed that can sleep an additional two, so this room is great for families or groups. The fireplace... more

Stayed in the tiny but charming Van Gogh room for 2 nights. I loved the quaintness of this inn which felt like it totally removed me from the hecticness of day to day life. If you are looking for a resort-type experience, this is not the place for you. If you are looking to relax and be inspired by nature... more

They sell nostalgia to acid casualties and 4by4 driving hippies who yearn for a place where 'things are like they used to be (man)'. It's BMW spirituality and $35 main course dishes. Don't get me wrong, it's beautiful, even though it's right on Highway 1. The cabins are cute but you pay through the nose. My wife and I stayed... more

Deetjen's is not for everyone. Do a little research beforehand, and, if it really is right for you, this will be the best vacation you'll ever take. My (now) wife and I first visited Top Antique in the late 1970s before it had all the mod cons like fire sprinklers. We love that room, including the bizarre little window in... more

If you want to transcend into the Big Sur's past this hotel will create that experience. The cabin's are quaint and simple with lots of character. It is not a luxury hotel and not meant to be. It simply presents history as it once was. There are no phones or TV's to preserve its authenticity and accentuate the peacefullness that... more

This place is in a category of it's own. You can't go here expecting to get the resort attention like you will down the road at either Post Ranch Inn or Ventana Inn and Spa which I have also stayed. You will however love every bit of it's perfection and imperfection if you are looking to experience the real "Big... more