A luxury coastal escape along the highway 1

From the redwoods to the sea

A luxury coastal escape along the highway 1

From the redwoods to the sea

Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort, is an all-inclusive and adult-only hotel. Situated on an impressive 160 acres, the luxury resort sits hillside above the famous Highway 1, boasting breathtaking views of Big Sur’s Pacific coastline below. Choose one of the 59 comfortable and spacious guest rooms and suites, nestled amongst the impressive Redwoods. Enjoy a delicious picnic amongst the redwoods, take a dip into one of the two heated outdoor pools, and make sure to dine at the on-site restaurant, The Sur House. There is no better place to end your day while sipping on a cocktail and taking in the distant ocean views. Guests are encouraged to participate in the complimentary yoga classes, afternoon happy hours and guided morning walks. By night, sit around the fireplace with a glass of wine and enjoy a delicious s’more. This is the perfect place to unwind, relax, and reconnect to nature.

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From $1,125 USD / Night excluding Taxes & Fees. Each Ventana booking features the following inclusive offerings: Dining in-room (all meals), poolside (lunch), or at The Sur House (breakfast and dinner). Snacks along with complimentary water bottles. The Ventana Big Sur picnic program and more.

Check-In / Out

In: 3:00pm (flexible, subject to availability).Out: 12:00pm (flexible, subject to availability).

Location

Ventana, Big Sur, California, USA. 55min drive from Monterey. 2h 30min drive from San José. 3h drive from San Francisco.

Room Types

59 rooms & suites.

Food & Drink

Onsite restaurant & bar. The Sur House serves breakfast & dinner daily. Lunch can be enjoyed poolside & pre-prepared gourmet picnics are available with every stay. In-Suite Dining is available (11:00am - 10:00pm) and Late In-Suite Dining is available from 10:00pm onward. Complimentary drinks are available in the afternoon and DIY s'mores at night by the fire.

Nearest Airport

MRY — Monterey Regional Airport (54min)SFO — San Francisco International Airport (3h 5min)SJC — San José International Airport (2h 30min)

Highlights

There are so many ways to spend your day at Ventana. Join a morning yoga class, take a guided or photography hike around the property, participate in a unique workshop, try falconry, workout at the outdoor gym, go for a swim followed by a Japanese hot bath, or even cook a seasonal feast alongside Ventana's Executive Chef after harvesting ingredients directly from the organic garden. Mix up your days with the breathtaking beauty of Big Sur. Admire the grandeur of Bixby Bridge, relax at Pfeiffer Beach, visit Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, and stop at McWay Falls, just to mention a few.

Other Facilities

Outdoor & Indoor Fitness Center. Infinity-Edge Hot Tub. Two Heated Outdoor Pools. Spa & Japanese Hot Baths (temporarily closed due to local COVID mandates until further notice). Glass House Gallery.

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