Travel & Lodging
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Headquarters for the Half Marathon is in Monterey, 110 miles south of San Francisco, 400 miles north of Los Angeles. You can fly directly into the Monterey Airport, only five minutes from downtown Monterey. Other airport options include San Jose, (70 miles away), San Francisco and Oakland (110 miles). Transportation from San Jose and San Francisco airports is provided by Monterey Airbus, 831.373.7777. |
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Coming from out of the area and looking for a way to save on gas? Sign up for Pickup Pal, an online carpool service connecting drivers and passengers. Click HERE to input your information to be matched with others from your area. It’s a great way to meet fellow runners while saving money and the environment at the same time! |
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| The Monterey Peninsula offers a wealth and variety of lodging opportunities - from budget hotels to family friendly accommodations to upscale resorts. View our choices below: | |||||||||
| Pacific Grove Hotels- Nearly three dozen hotels, motels and inns are located in the picturesque town of Pacific Grove where much of the race takes place. | |||||||||
| Our Host Hotels - the Monterey Marriott and Portola Hotel & Spa are located adjacent to the Monterey Conference Center, the site of the Big Sur Marathon Health & Fitness Expo and packet pick-up. | |||||||||
| Preferred Properties - a variety of hotels, inns and B & B's have partnered with the Big Sur Half Marathon to offer great rates and accomodations. | |||||||||
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Reservation Services - Resort 2 Me is a free, local company offering personalized service and recommendations. They have blocked rooms for Half Marathon participants at hotels and motels within walking distance of the start and finish line. Click HERE or call 831.642.6622. For direct online bookings for all local hotels through ARES, click HERE. |
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| Other Alternative Lodging - Campgrounds, RV Parks, and hostels | |||||||||
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If you would like assistance with reservations for 5 rooms or more, please email the marathon office at info@bsim.org. |
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| PACIFIC GROVE HOTELS | |||||||||
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The Pacific Grove Chamber welcomes runners to the Big Sur Half Marathon on Monterey Bay. Pacific Grove is home to more than 34 lodges, inns, and bed & breakfasts. To make reservations please visit www.pacificgrove.org or call 1-800-656-6650. | ||||||||
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Hotels located along the Half Marathon course include: |
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The Monterey Marriott and the Portola Hotel & Spa are the Headquarter Hotels for the 2013 Big Sur Half Marathon on Monterey Bay. Located in downtown Monterey at Fisherman's Wharf, both hotels overlook Monterey Bay and are located at the start/finish area of the Half Marathon. Both hotels are also adjacent to the Monterey Conference Center, site for registration, packet pick-up and the Half Marathon Expo. | ||||||||
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Specially discounted room rates have been secured at the Marriott for 2013 as follows:
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| To reserve a room, click HERE or call 877.901.6632 ask for the reservations department and reference the Big Sur Half Marathon on Monterey Bay to receive these special rates. Please note availability of rooms at these discounted rates is limited so reserve your room early. Two night minimum required. There is a 48 hour cancellation policy to avoid a cancellation penalty of one night room and tax. | |||||||||
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The Portola Hotel & Spa is located adjacent to the Monterey Marriott and offers a special half marathon rate of $232.00 single/double plus tax. To reserve a room at the Portola Hotel & Spa, click HERE. There is a two night minimum stay. | ||||||||
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Lighthouse Lodge and Cottages Our 95 units offer the finest accommodations on the Monterey Peninsula, offering family accommodations, complimentary wireless internet, parking, breakfast and daily afternoon receptions. We neighbor the Pacific Grove Golf Course and ocean coast. Available rooms for 2-night stay start at $119 and also include Double-Double with fireplace for $127, Studio Cottages for $153, Junior Cottages for $165 and others. To view the hotel and amenities, click HERE. $15 pasta dinner available to Half Marathon guests and early complimentary breakfast prepared. If you wish to purchase the pasta dinner, please indicate the number of dinners desired in the comment section of your reservation. To book your stay, call 831.655.2111 and ask for the Big Sur Half Marathon rates or click HERE and use the promo code BSHM. |
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Hyatt Regency Monterey Transcend the ordinary at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa on Del Monte Golf Course. Relax, refresh and rejuvenate at Monterey's largest luxury conference hotel with everything you could want or need on our spacious 22 acre property. A spacious lobby invites relaxation with a soothing fireplace and cozy seating areas. Comfortable and welcoming accommodations redefine luxury with complimentary parking, 24 hr fitness center, patios, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, walk-in rain showers, TusCA Ristorante and Knuckles Sports Bar all await you. Special Big Sur rates are available at the Hyatt Regency as follows: |
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To reserve a room click HERE or call the hotel directly at 888.421.1442 and ask for the Big Sur Half Marathon room rate. No minimum stay required. Room availability is limited, so make your reservation soon. |
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Hilton Garden Inn, one of Monterey's premier hotels, is an easy jog to the Half Marathon start line! Conveniently located near downtown Monterey, 204 tastefully appointed guestrooms and suites offer private outdoor balcony, in-room refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker, and
complimentary high speed internet access. Full service restaurant, large outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and fitness room available to all guests. Enjoy the Hilton, the most respected name in hospitality, with a Half Marathon discounted rate of $159. A |
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two-night minimum stay is required for this special rate. |
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The Vagabond Inn Monterey |
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Embassy Suites Monterey Bay - Seaside Scenically located just two blocks from the beachfront, the Embassy Suites Monterey Bay - Seaside hotel offers guests spectacular bay views as well as sterling accommodation options. Complimentary parking, pool & fitness center, hot breakfast and nightly Manager's reception. Rooms at $179, or $199 for bay view or double/double accommodations. To book, click HERE and enter the Promotion code BIG |
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Hotel Pacific A boutique hotel located in downtown Monterey just steps from the Monterey Conference Center (Expo area), Old Fisherman's Wharf, and race start and finish areas. Hotel Pacific offers luxury all-suite accommodations with fireplaces, a private
patio or balcony, complimentary breakfast, luxurious feather bedding and hardwood floors. Enjoy the following specially discounted rates: King or Double/Double Junior Suite $209 (single/double, plus tax). Call 800.554.5542 or 831.373.5700 and ask for the Big Sur Half Marathon rate, or book online HERE using the promotion code Big Sur Half. |
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BEST WESTERN PLUS, Beach Resort Monterey is the only resort located directly on the beach. Beach Resort Monterey offers well appointed and comfortable accommodations and a full service restaurant with a beautiful panoramic view of the Monterey Bay. Big Sur Marathon and Half Marathon runners receive a 10% OFF our best available rate. For reservations call 1-800-242-8627 and mention "Big Sur Marathon." |
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The Sunset Inn is located on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula in Pacific Grove just steps away from breathtaking ocean views. Racers can get cozy in any one of Sunset Inn's newly renovated guest rooms with fireplace, or
relax after an intense training day/race weekend in a room with a jetted tub. Each room features hardwood flooring, flat panel televisions, and rain showers. Complimentary parking and WiFi and ranked #2 on Tripadvisor. To make your reservations, click HERE. Use the Corporate/Promotion Code: BSH. Two night minimum stay required. |
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Hotel Abrego Monterey's newest full service boutique hotel located in downtown Monterey, promises a warm ambiance, exceptional service and delightful relaxation. Hotel Abrego also offers complimentary self parking and complimentary wifi. Two night minimum required. To book your stay, call 831.372.7551 or 800.982.1986 and ask for the Big Sur Half Marathon rate, or to book online, click HERE. | ||||||||
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| RESERVATION SERVICES | |||||||||
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Resort 2 Me is a free lodging reservation service located in Monterey, CA. They work together with the Big Sur International Marathon to offer you special, discounted rates at hotels, inns, and motels located on the Monterey Peninsula. Click here to check out the special rates, or call 800.757.5646 for personalized service. |
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Check out prices and availability and book online for all properties throughout the Monterey Peninsula and Salinas. |
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Monterey Hostel is located near Cannery Row and is convenient to the Expo and Half Marathon start area. It offers dormitory or private accomodations, 24-hour security, a self-serve kitchen, free parking and nearby laundry facilities. For reservations, call 831.649.0375. | ||||||||
| Veteran's Memorial Park is a beautiful 50 acres park in the forested hills of Monterey, only a mile from the downtown area. For more information call 831.646.3865. | |||||||||
| Marina Dunes RV Park features patios, picnic tables, BBQ grills, propane service adn even fireplaces on all sites. For more information and reservations, call 831.384.6914 or email info@marinadunesrv.com. | |||||||||
