Big SurBoutique Resorts

Situated on a hillside overlooking Big Sur's beautiful Pacific coastline, Alila Ventana Big sur is a 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 minibar, and each en suite 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. Alila Ventana Big Sur offers a bathhouse facility which includes the Japanese-inspired baths. Guests can also stay in shape with a workout in the fitness centre. 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. All guest rooms and suites at the resort can accommodate a maximum of two occupants including children.

This Carmel Valley resort boasts star-rated dining, a wellness spa and outdoor heated pool. A limestone fireplace, 2-person soaking tub and down feather bedding are featured in each guest room. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 19 km away. Guests are welcomed with a gourmet snack basket, fruit bowl, fresh roses, and a complimentary "wine grotto" mini bar with Bernardus wines in their rooms. A flat-screen cable TV, iPod docking station and coffee machine are also provided. Lucia Restaurant & Bar boasts an extensive wine list and a menu that focuses on organic, local ingredients. The bar and lounge area provides a more casual menu and experience. The Spa at Bernardus offers marine-inspired massage services and body treatments in a spacious facility that includes locker rooms, sauna rooms, a fitness room and a juice bar. A warming room with fireplace, a meditation garden, a dipping pool and a reflecting pool are available for guest relaxation. A full-service beauty salon is also available. Two tennis courts are located on site. A croquet lawn and bocce court are offered for guest use. Garland Ranch Regional Park is 1.5 km away. Carmel Mission Basilica and Museum are 15.5 km away.

This all-suite countryside resort is located on 500 acres in Carmel, California and is 9 miles from Carmel Beach City Park. A golf course is available at the resort. Every suite at the Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt includes a fireplace and free Wi-Fi. All suites feature an iPod docking station, 42-inch flat-screen TV and refrigerator. The suites also provide a private deck and bathrooms with separate showers and soaking tubs. The Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt offers a full-service spa as well as 9 tennis courts, golf lessons and 2 outdoor pools. A gym, hot tubs and scenic hiking trails are available as well.

Situated in Carmel, California, on a top-rated golf course surrounded by fields and lakes, The Quail Lodge boasts an outdoor pool, tennis courts and a restaurant and bar. All rooms feature free WiFi. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is provided in all rooms at The Quail Lodge. For convenience, all of the air-conditioned guest rooms include a work desk and a refrigerator. Additional room amenities include ironing facilities and a hairdryer. Set in the clubhouse of The Quail Lodge, Edgar’s restaurant offers indoor or outdoor fireside dining with views of the golf course and the Santa Lucia Mountains. All menu items feature fresh local organic ingredients. Guests can also enjoy classic cocktails, California wines and micro-brews in the Lobby Bar, which also offers a light menu. Join us each morning in the Covey Grill for daily breakfast. A 24-hour reception greets guests of Quail Lodge. Guests can work out in the fitness centre. A business centre with fax and photocopying services is available. Carmel River Beach is 5 miles away from this resort. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 20 minutes’ drive away.

Located on a cliff facing the Pacific Ocean, Hyatt Carmel Highlands offers charming accommodation among pine groves. It features an outdoor pool, 3 outdoor garden spas, and award-winning dining overlooking the ocean. Opening out onto large balconies, contemporary rooms at Hyatt Carmel Highlands are fitted with contemporary furnishings. They are equipped with large HD TVs, iPod docking stations and some include a fireplace. WiFi access is free and a well-equipped fitness centre is available. Guests can take advantage of multiple meeting spaces, complimentary mountain bikes, and horseback riding nearby. Guests can enjoy gourmet food prepared with seasonal ingredients at the on-site Pacific’s Edge Restaurant. Drinks and cocktails are served in the lounge bar, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. Popular nearby attractions include Monterey Bay Aquariumand in Pebble Beach, a 17 miles away from the Hyatt Carmel Highlands hotel.