Rocky Point Restaurant

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.

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!

Expansive all-inclusive, adults-only property with modern American dining, a spa & 2 outdoor pools. Featuring views of the Pacific Ocean, this luxe adults-only, all-inclusive resort on 164 acres off the Pacific Coast Highway is 0.5 miles from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and 30 miles from Monterey. Elegant suites have flat-screens and Wi-Fi; some offer hot tubs or fireplaces. There's a modern American restaurant and bar, as well as 2 outdoor pools, a spa and a serene Japanese onsen. Other amenities include a gym and a comprehensive activity calendar.

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.

Posh suites with private decks & fireplaces, plus a sleek restaurant, outdoor pools & a spa. Set on 500 acres in Carmel Valley, this upscale resort is 3 miles from hiking and biking in Garland Ranch Regional Park and 9 miles from the ocean at Carmel Bay. Sophisticated suites feature fireplaces and private decks, plus flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, iPod docks and Keurig coffeemakers. Some suites add kitchenettes or separate dining areas. There's a spa, a golf course and 9 tennis courts, plus 2 outdoor saltwater pools, a gym and a business center. Dining options include a sleek organic restaurant, a grill eatery and a cafe.

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

This charming organic produce market features a café serving delicious bites, a garden for picnics, and family-friendly fun all around.

Nestled high above the unspoiled Big Sur coast, this tranquil Camaldolese Benedictine monastery offers serene retreats, stunning ocean views, and beloved fruitcakes.

Discover a stunning coastal gem near Monterey, where lush trails meet breathtaking ocean views and wildlife encounters, perfect for leisurely hikes and seaside fun.

Nestled at the start of the River Road wine trail, Odonata is a charming family-owned winery where friendly owners create a relaxed atmosphere surrounded by stunning scenery.