Alila Ventana Big Sur

Alila Ventana Big Sur is an iconic resort ensconced in the heart of the California Central Coast’s rugged landscape, perched at the edge of the continent overlooking the majestic Pacific coastline. Set among 160 sprawling acres of rolling meadows and towering redwoods, the intimate 59-room property reopened in late 2017 after a multimillion-dollar resort-wide renovation. Ventana invites guests to discover, inspire and create in an unspoiled landscape that evokes the unbridled spirit of Big Sur. From the moment you arrive you’ll notice increased exclusivity and privacy, paired with the spectacular surroundings and service you’ve come to expect. In addition to your comfort, safety remains a top priority: All procedures, services, and guest programming will continue to be guided by the recommendations of the CDC, Global Biorisk Advisory Council and local government authorities. In 2020, Ventana introduced an all-encompassing, highly customized inclusive approach that includes the following for two guests as part of the nightly rate: All meals, whether in-room, poolside on a reserved chaise lounge for lunch, or at The Sur House; Ventana’s Signature Experiences, such as yoga and meditation surrounded by majestic hundred-year-old trees in the Redwood Circle of Life, Tai Chi, and daily hikes; Excursion Outpost—the resort’s new equipment library featuring complimentary items for use on picnics, outdoor adventures, and hikes through the trails, fields, and forests; Volvo house cars for use within a three-mile radius; Deliciously healthful snacks and complimentary reusable water bottles; Customized minibar offerings. (Note: Alcoholic beverages and additional upgraded experiences are available for separate purchase.) Ventana’s 59 spacious guest rooms, suites and villas are refreshed sanctuaries tucked away among the resort’s meadows and redwoods, each featuring a private balcony or patio with mountain or ocean views. Luxury soaking tubs and cozy fireplaces offer a sacred space for inspiration and introspection, while accessories such as walking sticks, binoculars and lanterns encourage guests to discover the great outdoors. The resort’s signature rustic design, celebrating the surrounding natural topography, is enhanced with refined furnishings rooted in rich leathers and woods. Handcrafted accessories are interspersed throughout the property, including black-and-white photographs taken at the resort and around Big Sur, macramé wall hangings and whimsical glass-jar nightstand lamp filled with beach sand and accented with leather tassels.