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Complimentary guided hikes, yoga, falconry, and rotating experiences.

Redwoods, Rituals, Coastal Wonder

Move with the rhythm of Big Sur through included wellness sessions, guided time in the redwoods, creative workshops, pools, hot baths and curated resort programming. Beyond the retreat, discover Highway 1 icons—purple sand beaches, coastal bluffs, waterfalls, lighthouses, galleries and wildlife-rich state parks—each close enough to turn a morning or afternoon into a memorable California coast adventure.

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Included with your stay

Included with your stay: dining at The Sur House, non-alcoholic beverages, daily snacks, minibar refreshments, access to pools, Japanese hot baths, the fitness center, Wi‑Fi, valet/self parking, and curated resort activities.

Outdoor yoga area with mat, weights and bench overlooking trees at Alila Ventana Big SurIncluded

Morning Yoga

Begin the day with complimentary yoga instruction on site, part of the resort’s wellness programming for restoring movement, breath and focus.

Fitness Classes — Alila Ventana Big SurIncluded

Fitness Classes

Take part in on-site fitness classes supported by the 24-hour fitness center, with cardio equipment and free weights available whenever you want to train.

Curving garden path lined with lavender and trees at Alila Ventana Big SurIncluded

Foraging Walk

Explore the edible and aromatic side of the landscape during a complimentary foraging activity offered as part of the rotating Alila Experience Program.

Experiences

More to do

Available for an additional fee: Spa Alila treatments, private dining at the Glass House, select guided excursions, and certain special events or venue buyouts.

Long outdoor banquet table with string lights and ocean view at Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Private Picnic

Settle into the Big Sur atmosphere with a private picnic arranged on property, making time outdoors feel personal, scenic and unhurried.

Terraced pool area at Alila Ventana Big Sur with umbrellas and hillside ocean view

Poolside Swimming

Swim beneath open sky in the resort’s heated outdoor pools, including the Meadow Pool with ocean views and the more secluded Mountain Pool.

Spa Massage — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Spa Massage

Reserve a massage at Spa Alila, where treatments draw inspiration from Big Sur’s natural elements and may include outdoor cabana settings.

Two guests receiving outdoor massages on a forested deck at Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Couples Spa Ritual

Share a specialty ritual or body treatment at Spa Alila, with advance reservations available for guests 18 and older.

Pfeiffer Beach Walk — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Pfeiffer Beach Walk

Walk the purple-tinted sand of Pfeiffer Beach, colored by manganese garnet deposits and reached via Sycamore Canyon Road about 2.1 miles from the resort.

Pfeiffer Park Hiking — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Pfeiffer Park Hiking

Hike among redwoods and coastal trails in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, located about 2 miles from the resort and easily reached by car.

Horseback Trail Riding — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Horseback Trail Riding

Ride through meadows and coastal bluffs at Andrew Molera State Park, a nearby destination known for guided horseback trail rides.

Point Sur Tour — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Point Sur Tour

Reserve a tour of Point Sur Light Station, a historic 19th-century lighthouse site about 9.4 miles from the resort.

Henry Miller Library — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Henry Miller Library

Visit the Henry Miller Memorial Library, a museum, art gallery and performance venue celebrating the novelist’s Big Sur legacy, about 3 km away.

Monterey Whale Watching — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Monterey Whale Watching

Head toward Monterey Bay for seasonal whale watching, where migratory humpback whales are commonly seen feeding offshore in summer and fall.

Pfeiffer Ridge Biking — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Pfeiffer Ridge Biking

Ride the Pfeiffer Ridge Trail through Andrew Molera State Park, where mountain biking is part of the area’s active outdoor scene.

Coast Gallery Browsing — Alila Ventana Big SurAdditional fee

Coast Gallery Browsing

Browse Big Sur Coast Gallery for local artwork and coastal landscape inspiration during a short drive through the surrounding Big Sur community.

Frequently asked questions

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What activities are available at Alila Ventana Big Sur?

Alila Ventana Big Sur offers an Alila Experience Program with a rotating menu of complimentary activities such as falconry, foraging, clay workshops, and condor-related programming, alongside guided hikes, yoga, and guided walking meditations on the resort's 160-acre grounds.

Is Alila Ventana Big Sur suitable for children?

No. Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only resort, and guests under 18 are not permitted, so all on-site activities and wellness programming are designed exclusively for an adult clientele.

What outdoor adventures are near Alila Ventana Big Sur?

Just minutes from Alila Ventana Big Sur, guests can hike the redwood groves of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, explore the trails and coastal bluffs of Andrew Molera State Park, and walk the purple-sand shoreline of Pfeiffer Beach.

Does Alila Ventana Big Sur have a spa?

Yes, Alila Ventana Big Sur is home to Spa Alila, open daily from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM and welcoming guests 18 and older for massages, facials, body treatments, reflexology, and specialty rituals inspired by Big Sur's natural elements, including couples treatments in outdoor cabanas.

Can guests swim at Alila Ventana Big Sur?

Alila Ventana Big Sur features two outdoor heated pools, the ocean-view Meadow Pool and the more secluded, clothing-optional Mountain Pool, both open year-round along with Japanese hot baths near the fitness center.

What hiking trails are near Alila Ventana Big Sur?

Alila Ventana Big Sur sits close to the trails of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and Andrew Molera State Park, which offers 20 miles of paths to the river estuary and coastal bluffs, and the resort also offers a guided Coast Ridge hike with sweeping Pacific views.

Does Alila Ventana Big Sur offer guided tours or excursions?

Yes, Alila Ventana Big Sur's activity program includes guided hikes such as the Coast Ridge trail, along with opportunities nearby to tour Point Sur Light Station and drive the scenic Big Sur Highway 1 route past Bixby Creek Bridge and McWay Falls.

What is the best time of year to enjoy outdoor activities at Alila Ventana Big Sur?

Many guests find September through November ideal for exploring around Alila Ventana Big Sur, when fog clears and crowds thin, while whale watching for migratory humpbacks is especially rewarding in summer and fall.

Are pets allowed to join activities at Alila Ventana Big Sur?

Dogs are welcomed at Alila Ventana Big Sur for a one-time fee of $150 per stay for up to two dogs, with special amenities included, and service animals are exempt from this fee.

What wellness classes are offered at Alila Ventana Big Sur?

Alila Ventana Big Sur's 24-hour fitness center and grounds host complimentary yoga classes, guided walking meditations, and hiking programming, all tailored to the resort's adult-only guests.

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