Name: Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort – Adult Only
Address: 48123 Highway One, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States of America, 48123 Highway One, California, CA 93920, USA
Rating: 9.2

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Resort Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort – Adult Only

48123 Highway One, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

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Gorgeous location. Helpful staff. Valet car service to nearby restaurants. Daily happy hour featuring local wine & beer.

Joan

United States of America

Loved the premises and all the different baths - very peaceful and well kept. Staff was great. Food was surprisingly good - both dinner and breakfast. The view from our room (#18) was beautiful. Loved the reusable water bottle and all the water stations scattered around the premises!

Kira

United States of America

Stunning location and property, staff were very kind and friendly. Hotel facilities were very clean and well maintained.

United Arab Emirates

What a special time we spent at Ventana. The grounds and accommodations were beautiful and serene. Wish we could have been there longer but won't hesitate to come back if we are in the area. The heaters and blankets at dinner on the deck were a really appreciated touch. That made it so sitting on deck for dinner and admiring that spectacular view so much more enjoyable.

Kathy

United States of America

Beautiful resort...room was amazing! Loved the fireplace in room and hit tub on deck. Beautiful views from deck.

Mary

United States of America

The amazing service & hospitality; amenities; room & grounds; and extremely beautiful location make this the perfect place for a vacation.

John

United States of America

world class food, amazing ambience and view, stunning sunset, great staff

Harry

United States of America

The food was awesome, at Sur house The gallery was a treat . Javier the curator was extra special.

Bruno

United States of America

The location in the middle of the redwood forest was quite serene reflective and quiet. This place is not meant for active enthusiastic activities but that was not what we are looking for. It’s served our purposes just perfectly

Anthony

United States of America

The room was like being in a tree house amidst the redwoods.

Gabriela

Mexico

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9.7

Free WiFi
Highly rated for:
Very clean bathrooms
Highly rated for:
Very clean bathrooms
Highly rated for:
Very clean bathrooms
Highly rated for:
Very clean bathrooms

What guests loved the most:
“Gorgeous location. Helpful staff. Valet car service to nearby restaurants. Daily happy hour featuring local wine & beer.”

Joan United States of America
“Loved the premises and all the different baths - very peaceful and well kept. Staff was great. Food was surprisingly good - both dinner and breakfast. The view from our room (#18) was beautiful.”

Kira United States of America
“Stunning location and property, staff were very kind and friendly. Hotel facilities were very clean and well maintained.”

Hm United Arab Emirates
“What a special time we spent at Ventana. The grounds and accommodations were beautiful and serene. Wish we could have been there longer but won't hesitate to come back if we are in the area.”

Kathy United States of America
“Beautiful resort...room was amazing! Loved the fireplace in room and hit tub on deck. Beautiful views from deck.”

Mary United States of America
“The amazing service & hospitality; amenities; room & grounds; and extremely beautiful location make this the perfect place for a vacation.”

John United States of America
“world class food, amazing ambience and view, stunning sunset, great staff”

Harry United States of America
“The food was awesome, at Sur house The gallery was a treat . Javier the curator was extra special.”

Bruno United States of America
“The location in the middle of the redwood forest was quite serene reflective and quiet. This place is not meant for active enthusiastic activities but that was not what we are looking for.”

Anthony United States of America
“The room was like being in a tree house amidst the redwoods.”

Gabriela Mexico

Experience World-class Service at Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort – Adult Only

Located on a hillside overlooking Big Sur's beautiful Pacific coastline, Ventana Inn & Spa is an adults only resort located on 160 secluded acres. It features 2 heated pools adjoined by a Japanese hot bath. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The spacious guest rooms boast a window seat, a private balcony or patio with views of the forest, ocean, meadow, or canyon, binoculars, umbrellas, lanterns, and walking sticks. The rooms also include a flat-screen TV with a DVD player and sound system, a coffee machine, a mini-bar, and each private bathroom includes a walk-in shower and soaking tub, and plush bathrobes. Select units offer a hot tub on the decks or fireplaces.

Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant, The Sur House, and sip cocktails at The Sur House Terrace and Bar, while overlooking the ocean.

Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort offers the Ventana Inn & Spa bathhouse facility which includes the Japanese-inspired baths. Guests can also stay in shape with a workout in the fitness center. Guests can take advantage of the complimentary yoga classes, guided property tours, afternoon wine tasting, and the Glass House Gallery, the on-site art gallery of California Central Coast artists.

Attractions such as Andrew Molera State Park and Pfeiffer Beach are easily accessible from Ventana Spa. Visitors can also participate in hiking, whale watching and horseback riding in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort – Adult Only has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 26, 2010
Hotel chain/brand: Joie De Vivre

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2 swimming pools

Pet friendly

Free parking

Free WiFi

Non-smoking rooms

Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.5 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Max adults: 2	King Suite with Forest View
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Max adults: 2	King Suite with Hot Tub
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Max adults: 2	King Room with Ocean View
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Max adults: 4	Standard Villa
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Max adults: 2	King Suite - Coast House
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Max adults: 2	King Vista Suite With Hot Tub
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Area Info

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Natural Beauty *

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Mountain
2.2 miles
Garrapata State Park Ocean/Sea
20 miles

Closest Airports *

Monterey Peninsula Airport
25.2 miles

All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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1 Restaurant On Site

The Sur House

Food: American

Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

House rules Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort – Adult Only takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children not allowed.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

American Express Visa Mastercard Discover Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort – Adult Only accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and supplements may apply.

This is an adults only property.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

“Loved the premises and all the different baths - very peaceful and well kept. Staff was great. Food was surprisingly good - both dinner and breakfast. The view from our room (#18) was beautiful. Loved the reusable water bottle and all the water stations scattered around the premises!”

“What a special time we spent at Ventana. The grounds and accommodations were beautiful and serene. Wish we could have been there longer but won't hesitate to come back if we are in the area. The heaters and blankets at dinner on the deck were a really appreciated touch. That made it so sitting on deck for dinner and admiring that spectacular view so much more enjoyable.”

“The location in the middle of the redwood forest was quite serene reflective and quiet. This place is not meant for active enthusiastic activities but that was not what we are looking for. It’s served our purposes just perfectly”

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Reviewed: March 15, 2020

Joan
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Squeaky outdoor stairs by our room, but only a minor annoyance
Gorgeous location. Helpful staff. Valet car service to nearby restaurants. Daily happy hour featuring local wine & beer.

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: March 12, 2020

Kira
United States of America
8.0

“Great mid-week get-away. Awesome for enjoying nature and all the different baths!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
Rooms weren't as nice as I had expected - there was too much going on and not a lot of attention to design details, felt a little outdated. The fireplace was a joke - a bag of sawdust that burned for 5 minutes. Would have loved more attention to detail - the reception area at the Social house was beautiful and cosy, but the game room and micro-kitchen lacked ambience (attention to lighting and music selection could have been better). The Sur House indoor dining area could have been a little more inviting in terms of decor.
Loved the premises and all the different baths - very peaceful and well kept. Staff was great. Food was surprisingly good - both dinner and breakfast. The view from our room (#18) was beautiful. Loved the reusable water bottle and all the water stations scattered around the premises!

Stayed in March 2020
Reviewed: March 9, 2020

Hm
United Arab Emirates
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Stunning location and property, staff were very kind and friendly. Hotel facilities were very clean and well maintained.

Stayed in February 2020
Reviewed: January 23, 2020

Anonymous
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff is professional and quite friendly. The room was exceptional. I inadvertently booked two rooms when booking with Booking.com and Ventana was kind enough to Not charge me for the second room.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: January 13, 2020

Anonymous
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Stunning location with beautiful amenities. It’s a haven for you to switch off and enjoy the incredible scenery.

Stayed in January 2020
Reviewed: December 15, 2019

Crystal
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything most beautiful experience ever!!

Stayed in December 2019
Reviewed: November 10, 2019

Jodie
United States of America
10

“Cannot wait to return!!”
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Loved the surrounding grounds and lush property

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 10, 2019

Kathy
United States of America
9.6

“Ventana's attention to detail is undeniable!!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
What a special time we spent at Ventana. The grounds and accommodations were beautiful and serene. Wish we could have been there longer but won't hesitate to come back if we are in the area. The heaters and blankets at dinner on the deck were a really appreciated touch. That made it so sitting on deck for dinner and admiring that spectacular view so much more enjoyable.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: November 6, 2019

Gerry
United Kingdom

8 helpful votes
9.2

“Wonderful stay in incredible location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
Food offer needs improvement. Dinner was pretty average and the dinning room very large
Location, Location, Location

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: November 1, 2019

Kathleen
United States of America

1 helpful vote
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Service, condition and location of he room.
Location was nice

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: September 29, 2019

Bernadett
Hungary

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • With a pet
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was perfect!
Pictures can't show how beautiful this place is! Outside shower under the starry sky was really amazing!

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 18, 2019

Mary
United States of America
9.2

“Amazing resort”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Given the price point for this hotel, i was surprised that the floors were not heated. But otherwise, it was lovely.
Beautiful resort...room was amazing! Loved the fireplace in room and hit tub on deck. Beautiful views from deck.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 1, 2019

Anonymous
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Keep in mind that you’re not guaranteed to be able to dine in the resort restaurant, you have to make reservations in advance if you like to dine between 6pm and 9pm.
Simply the best place in California to recharge your batteries

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 28, 2019

Madalena
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
That the breakfast was not included and was charged even for coffee and tea, especially given the hotel night was already quite expensive.
The location was amazing with a fantastic view. It was a boutique hotel with very few people which made it feel more exclusive. The room was beautiful and there were several pools / jacuzzis we could use. The gym was great with 2 peloton bikes

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 28, 2019

John
United States of America

2 helpful votes
10

“This was the perfect place for my wife and I to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The amazing service & hospitality; amenities; room & grounds; and extremely beautiful location make this the perfect place for a vacation.

Stayed in August 2019

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