Carmel Valley Ranch - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Storied retreat center on the cliffs of Big Sur offering spiritual workshops, hot springs & massage.

Unique fine arts venue in a converted water tank, with a rooftop cafe serving espresso & sandwiches.

Creative American comfort food, wood-fired pizzas & fresh pastries & desserts in a rustic setting.

Nestled in a picturesque setting, The Camp at Carmel Valley offers cozy cabins, glamping options, and a smorgasbord of activities for unforgettable group retreats.

Modern, ranch-style lodging offering rustic-chic rooms, suites & treehouses, plus pools & a spa. Set on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this upscale, ranch-style boutique hotel is 1.6 miles from the Henry Miller Memorial Library. The rustic-chic, TV-free rooms, suites and tree-houses have private decks with mountain or ocean views, and wood-burning fireplaces. They also have free minibars and Wi-Fi, plus iPod docks. Some have indoor and outdoor spa pools. Free perks include full breakfast and loaner cars, as well as yoga, meditation and star-gazing classes. Other amenities include a spa with 2 cliff-top infinity pools, a swimming pool and a fitness center. There's also a polished restaurant offering ocean-view dining.

Warm & woodsy spot for upscale, locally-sourced American cuisine with ocean views from the terrace.

Escape to Big Sur Lodge, where cozy cabins beneath towering redwoods offer a serene retreat with hiking access, an outdoor pool, and a charming restaurant.

At the edge of a cliff in Big Sur, Sierra Mar offers diners stunning ocean views through expansive windows and a fine Californian prix fixe menu that changes seasonally.

Seasonal, locally sourced Californian cuisine is offered all day in a modern-rustic setting.

Discover the magical allure of this serene beach, where purple sand meets dramatic rock formations and breathtaking coastal views—definitely worth the $15 entry fee!