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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. |
| Reservation Services - for personalized phone service, recommendations , special Half Marathon rates and bookings, contact locally owned Resort 2 Me (800.757.5646). For direct online bookings for all local hotels, click HERE. |
| 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:
The Martine Inn
Green Gables Inn
Seven Gables Inn
Centrella Inn
Lover's Point Inn
Borg's Ocean Front Motel
Asilomar Conference Grounds |
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| OUR HOST HOTELS |
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The Monterey Marriott and the Portola Hotel & Spa are the Headquarter Hotels for the 2011 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 as follows:
| Deluxe room |
$207.00 |
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| Bayview room |
$232.00 |
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| To reserve a room, click on one of the links above or call 831.649.4234 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. A deposit equal to one night's room and tax will be charged to the credit card on file for each reservation on November 9, 2010. Refunds will be given if cancellation is received at least forty eight (48) hours prior to arrival date. |
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The Portola Hotel & Spa is located adjacent to the Monterey Marriott and offers a special half marathon rate of $225.00 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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| PREFERRED PROPERTIES |
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InterContinental The Clement Monterey
Overlooking Monterey Bay, next door to the Monterey Bay Aquarium & in the heart of historic Cannery Row (right on the Half Marathon course), The Clement offers stunning panoramic coastal views. A full service luxury hotel featuring 208 guestrooms, ocean view restaurant and bar, The Spa, pool, whirlpool, VIP Kid's Club and a 24-hour fitness center. |
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For special Half Marathon rates, mention the Big Sur Int'l Marathon when calling 888.666.5734 or, if reserving via email, at icreservation@pahotel.com. To register online, click HERE
Located at 750 Cannery Row, 831.375.4500, www.intercontinental.com/montereyic |
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Lighthouse Lodge and Suites
Our 95 units are nestled among Monterey Pines, one block from the Pacific Ocean and adjacent to the tranquil Pacific Grove Golf Links. Located one block from the oceanside course - great for spectators! Complimentary breakfast and afternoon reception included. |
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Rooms range from Queen sized for $99 to King fireplace rooms for $149 to suites ranging from $189 to $450. To view the hotel and amenities, click HERE.
To book your stay, call 800.858.1249 and ask for the Big Sur Half Marathon rates. |
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Hyatt Regency Monterey
Transcend the ordinary at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa on Del Monte Golf Course. Multimillion dollar renovations have elevated Monterey's largest luxury conference hotel to a new plateau of excellence. A spacious new lobby invites relaxation with a soothing fireplace and cozy seating |
areas. Restyled accommodations redefine luxury with complimentary parking, 24 hr fitness center, patios, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, walk-in rain showers and more. Special Big Sur rates are available at the Hyatt Regency as follows:
| Deluxe Room |
$125 (plus resort fee & tax) |
| Golf View Room |
$165 (plus resort fee & tax) |
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 |
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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 $179. A two-night minimum stay is required. Additional discount offered for three or more nights ($159/night) by calling Emieline at 831.333.2406.
To make your reservations, click HERE. Use the Group/Convention Code hm1118. |
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The Vagabond Inn Monterey 
Located in downtown Monterey just a half mile from the Half Marathon start line and within walking distance of the Expo and race finish area. |
| Offerings include a daily, complimentary breakfast and free wireless internet. Great value, friendly people - it's how we do things. For rates and reservations, click HERE or call 831.646.9696. When registering use the code F&F to receive the special Big Sur rate of $89. |
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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. |
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Rooms at $129, or $149 for bay view or double/double accommodations.
To book, click HERE |
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Hotel Pacific A Boutique hotel located in downtown Monterey just steps from the Monterey Conference Center (Expo area) and Old Fisherman's Wharf. Hotel Pacific offers luxury all-suite accomodations with fireplaces, a private patio or balcony, |
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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). A two night minimum is required.
Call 800.554.5542 or 831.373.5700 and ask for the Big Sur Half Marathon rate, or book online HERE using the code Big Sur Half. |
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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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| OTHER ALTERNATIVE LODGING |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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