Boutique Luxury

Alila Ventana Big Sur

Rewarding guests with spectacular views of the Pacific Big Sur coastline, Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort, is an adults only retreat, brimming with pampering amenities and perfectly placed to explore this remarkable stretch of the California coast.

CA-1, Big Sur, California, United States of America

Highlights

Immerse yourselves among the redwoods at the hotel's family friendly luxury glamping site
Easy access to several state parks for fantastic cycling, hiking, kayaking and horseback riding
Treat yourself to a room with a hot tub and soak in the Big Sur scenery with a glass of bubbly in hand
All rooms and suites have spacious decks boasting either forest, ocean or canyon views

Alila Ventana Big Sur sits amid unspoiled coastline and dense forest overlooking one of the most treasured landscapes in California, Ventana Big Sur, with Pfeiffer State Beach, Bixby Bridge and Point Sur Light Station within an easy drive of the resort. The guest rooms, suites and villas are bright, modern and well-appointed, equipped with heating/air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TVs, mini-fridges, coffee makers, hairdryers and private bathrooms. The suites and villas offer generous floor space and separate living and dining areas. The property also offers unique and comfortable glamping sites, the tents equipped with instant hot and cold potable water with sinks, electric lamps and power outlets with USB ports for charging devices, Adirondack chairs with pads, picnic tables, handheld lanterns, comfortable beds and shared bathrooms. Guests can enjoy dining at the onsite restaurant serving delicious locally-inspired meals or relax with a warming drink from the bar. Additional amenities and services include a swimming pool, a spa, a fitness centre, meeting facilities, concierge services, yoga, meditation, Tai Chi and daily hikes.

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Top tip:

Make sure you upgrade to one of their new suites if you can and ask for rooms on the upper floors with the high ceilings!

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Location

CA-1, Big Sur, California, United States of America

Ventana Big Sur is located on the Big Sur Coast off Highway 1, 28 miles south of Carmel.

11-hour 15-minute direct flight from London to San Francisco, with British Airways or Virgin Atlantic. Ventana Big Sur is a 3-hour drive from San Francisco International Airport. Alternatively, Los Angeles is a 5-hour drive from the hotel.

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