Alila Ventana Big Sur

Hotel · Monterey County

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"This beloved Big Sur resort dramatically overlooking the Pacific and surrounded by acres of forest received a total reboot in 2017. And while it may look new—rooms have all been updated with plenty of wood and neutrals, 15 luxe safari-style tents have been added to the roster (though tent guests don’t currently have access to the resort, and are no longer subject to the resort fee) and the spa got a relaxation deck that looks out at the ocean—it hasn’t lost its laid-back 1970s vibe. If you want to totally disconnect, and plug in those connectivity-deprived gaps with hiking, forest bathing, spa treatments, and yoga, it’s for sure worth it. There really is something for everyone here—except for maybe the type-A person who needs lots of scheduled activities. Big Sur truly is one of the most beautiful places on earth, and Ventana’s mission is to spotlight and champion its setting." - CNT Editors, Betsy Blumenthal

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48123 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920 Get directions

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