Alila Ventana Big Sur FAQs

This room faces a peaceful hill view and opens onto a private patio . It is a quiet, wooded outlook that suits the resort's secluded 160-acre setting.

The room has 1 king bed dressed in premium bedding, with turndown service. It sleeps 2 guests , and the resort limits every accommodation to a maximum of two guests per room to keep the atmosphere peaceful.

The room measures 414 sq. ft. It has air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV with premium channels and a DVD player, a coffee/tea maker and espresso maker, a minibar, a safe, and an iron and ironing board. The category also includes a fireplace .

The private bathroom has both a bathtub and a shower . It is stocked with bathrobes, a hair dryer and towels, and housekeeping visits daily.

Stays at Alila Ventana Big Sur include dining and non-alcoholic beverages , curated resort activities, wellness programming, and access to the pools, Japanese hot baths and fitness center . You also get valet parking, daily snacks, the minibar and excursion gear. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort.

This room is made for couples and adult travelers . Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only resort and does not admit anyone under 18. The room sleeps two with a single king bed, so it suits a romantic escape or a quiet solo retreat.

Dining at The Sur House is included for resort guests. It serves brunch from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, a bar menu from 3:00 to 5:00 PM and dinner from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, and reservations are recommended. In-room dining is also offered, including a late-night menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM, and room service runs during limited hours.

Guests can use the two heated outdoor pools , the Japanese hot baths and the 24-hour fitness center. Spa Alila is open daily from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM by advance reservation. The Alila Experience Program offers complimentary activities such as falconry, foraging and clay workshops, and there are guided hikes on site.

You will need a car, as the resort is reached by Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road; Monterey Regional Airport is roughly 45-60 minutes away . Parking is complimentary. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM . Bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card, as cash is not accepted. The resort is smoke-free, and wheelchair accessibility is available in this room.

The Suite is a 619 sq. ft. room with a bedroom area, a desk for working or writing, and a private patio . It also has a fireplace. It sits within the resort's 160 secluded acres, so it suits guests who want a quiet, restorative stay.

The suite has one king bed with premium bedding and sleeps two guests . Alila Ventana Big Sur limits every accommodation to a maximum of two guests per room to preserve its peaceful atmosphere.

No. Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only resort , and guests must be 18 or older. The property cites its terrain, remoteness and local wildlife as reasons. The suite suits couples, or two adults travelling together.

Yes to both. The suite has a fireplace and a private patio . The fireplace adds to the cabin-like, secluded feel of the stay.

The suite has a private bathroom with a shower . Bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer are provided. For a longer soak, the resort's clothing-optional Japanese hot baths are near the fitness center and are open year-round.

The suite has a flat-screen TV with premium channels and a DVD player , plus free high-speed Wi-Fi . For drinks there is a coffee/tea maker, an espresso maker and free bottled water. You also get a minibar, an in-room safe, air conditioning, an iron and ironing board, a phone and mobile key entry. Housekeeping is daily, with turndown service and free daily newspapers.

Stays include dining and non-alcoholic beverages , curated resort activities and wellness programming. They also cover access to the pools, Japanese baths and the 24-hour fitness center, plus daily snacks, the minibar and excursion gear. Valet and self-parking are complimentary . The Alila Experience Program rotates complimentary activities such as falconry, foraging and clay workshops.

Yes. In-room dining is available, with a late-night menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM in addition to breakfast, lunch and dinner service. Room service hours are limited. At The Sur House , the signature restaurant above the Pacific, brunch runs 7:30 AM–3:00 PM and dinner 5:00–9:00 PM, and dining there is included with your stay. The Glass House offers a private eight-course tasting experience, bookable in advance for two or more guests.

The resort is at 48123 Highway One and is reached by driving Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road, so a car is needed. Monterey airport is about 45–60 minutes away, San Jose about 2 hours and San Francisco about 3 hours. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM . Guests need a government-issued photo ID and a credit card at check-in.

Yes, pool access is included . The resort has two heated outdoor pools: the Meadow Pool, with ocean views and swimwear required, and the more secluded, clothing-optional Mountain Pool. Both are open year-round and are typically open from about 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The suite has a hill view and a private patio overlooking the forested grounds of Alila Ventana Big Sur. It suits guests who want a quiet, wooded outlook rather than a sweeping open-ocean panorama.

The suite measures 619 sq. ft. and includes a bedroom, a private bathroom, a patio, a desk and a fireplace. That is generous space for two guests, with room to unwind indoors as well as outside.

The suite has one king bed dressed with premium bedding and crisp sheets, and it sleeps two guests . Alila Ventana Big Sur limits every accommodation to a maximum of two guests to preserve the peaceful atmosphere.

The suite has a private bathroom with a shower , towels, bathrobes and a hair dryer. Iron and ironing board are also provided in the room.

Stays at Alila Ventana Big Sur include dining, non-alcoholic beverages, curated resort activities and wellness programming . You also get access to the pools, Japanese hot baths and the 24-hour fitness center, plus daily snacks, minibar, excursion gear, complimentary Wi-Fi, and valet or self-parking at no charge.

Expect a fireplace, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with premium channels and a DVD player , plus a coffee/tea maker, an espresso maker, free bottled water, a minibar and an in-room safe. Turndown service, daily housekeeping and free daily newspapers are part of the stay, and room service runs on limited hours.

Yes. Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only retreat (guests must be 18 or older), and this suite is designed for two with a king bed, fireplace and private patio. Spa Alila offers couples treatments in outdoor cabanas, by advance reservation, daily from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM.

Pfeiffer Beach , known for its purple-tinted sand, is about 2.1 miles away, and Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is roughly 2 miles. McWay Falls at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park is around 7 miles away. A complimentary area shuttle serves attractions within about 5 miles. On site you have the Meadow Pool (clothing required), the clothing-optional Mountain Pool and the Japanese hot baths, plus The Sur House restaurant.

You will need a car, as the resort is reached by Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road, and there is no practical public transit. Monterey airport is roughly 45–60 minutes away, San Jose about 2 hours and San Francisco about 3 hours. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card, as cash is not accepted.

September through November brings the clearest skies and thinner crowds, while March to May offers wildflowers and flowing waterfalls. Summer mornings are often foggy, and winter is quieter with occasional storms and road closures. The pools and Japanese baths stay open year-round.

The suite opens onto a private patio with ocean and forest views , set about 1,200 feet above the Pacific on Highway 1. It is a calm, secluded outlook that suits the resort's adults-only, retreat-style atmosphere.

The suite has one king bed with premium bedding and daily turndown service. It sleeps two guests , which matches the resort's limit of two guests per room.

The private bathroom has a bathtub (hot tub) and a shower , along with bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer. The 499 sq. ft. suite also has a separate bedroom and living area, so the bathroom is one part of a spacious layout.

Yes, it is well suited to couples and romantic stays . Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only resort for guests 18 and older. The suite has a fireplace, a desk, a bathtub (hot tub), Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping, so it works for a longer stay as well as a short escape.

Stays include dining and non-alcoholic beverages , curated resort activities and wellness programming, and access to the pools, Japanese hot baths and 24-hour fitness centre. Valet and self-parking, high-speed Wi-Fi, daily snacks, minibar items and excursion gear are also included. Spa Alila treatments are booked separately by advance reservation.

The Sur House is the signature restaurant, serving Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with ingredients from the resort's organic garden. It serves brunch from 7:30 AM, a bar menu from 3:00 PM and dinner from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. In-room dining is available, including a late-night menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM , and the suite has coffee and espresso makers.

The resort has two heated outdoor pools on site: the Meadow Pool with ocean views (clothing required) and the clothing-optional Mountain Pool . Clothing-optional Japanese hot baths are near the fitness center. Pfeiffer Beach, known for its purple-tinted sand, is about 2.1 miles away. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is about 2 miles away. McWay Falls is roughly 7 miles away. A complimentary area shuttle serves attractions within about 5 miles.

Plan to drive California's Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road. A rental car is needed because there is no practical public transit to the resort. Monterey airport is the closest, about 45 to 60 minutes away. San Jose is roughly 2 hours and San Francisco roughly 3 hours. Valet and self-parking are both complimentary.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM . Guests must be 18 or older and show a government-issued photo ID and a credit card. The resort is cashless and smoke-free. Two resident cats live on the property. Best times to visit are generally September to November for clear skies and March to May for wildflowers.

The suite has a private patio with forest and coastal views . The resort sits on 160 secluded acres roughly 1,200 feet above the Pacific, so the outlook is about redwood-country landscape and open sky rather than a busy resort scene.

The suite has one king bed dressed in premium bedding, with turndown service. It is intended for two guests . Alila Ventana Big Sur limits every accommodation to two guests to keep the atmosphere peaceful.

The suite measures 619 sq. ft. It has a bedroom area with the king bed, a desk, a fireplace, a private bathroom and a patio for outdoor time.

The suite has a private bathroom with a shower . It comes with bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer, so you can go from the pools or Japanese hot baths to your room comfortably.

Your stay includes dining and non-alcoholic beverages , curated resort activities and wellness programming, and access to the Meadow and Mountain pools, the Japanese hot baths and the 24-hour fitness center. Valet parking, daily snacks, minibar provisions, excursion gear and Wi-Fi are also included. Spa treatments at Spa Alila are booked separately by advance reservation.

The suite has a fireplace , air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with premium channels and a DVD player. You also get a coffee and tea maker, an espresso maker, free bottled water, a safe, a desk, and an iron and ironing board. Room service runs during limited hours, and the Sur House offers a late-night in-room dining menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

It suits couples and two adult travelers well. The fireplace, private patio and king bed make it a quiet base, and the resort is adults-only with a minimum check-in age of 18. For a longer stay, daily housekeeping is provided and the included dining, activities and pools give you plenty to do without leaving the grounds.

You reach the resort by driving Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road, and a car is needed because there is no practical public transit. Monterey Regional Airport is the closest, about 45 to 60 minutes away. Valet and self-parking are complimentary. A complimentary area shuttle also runs within about five miles of the resort.

Pfeiffer Beach , known for its purple-tinted sand, is about 2.1 miles away. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is roughly 2 miles away, and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, home to McWay Falls, is about 7 miles away. On site, the resort offers a guided Coast Ridge hike, complimentary yoga and activities such as falconry and foraging.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and the front desk is staffed around the clock. Check-out is by 11:00 AM . Please bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card, as the resort does not accept cash.

The room is set up to frame sweeping Pacific Ocean views from its private outdoor patio. The resort sits roughly 1,200 feet above the Pacific on Highway 1, so the outlook is high above the coastline.

House (Pacific) has one king bed and sleeps two guests . Alila Ventana Big Sur limits every accommodation to a maximum of two guests per room to preserve its peaceful atmosphere.

It has a private outdoor patio with the Pacific outlook. It suits morning coffee from the in-room coffee and espresso maker, or quiet time outside after a day of hiking.

The room has a private bathroom with a shower . It is stocked with plush towels, bathrobes and a hair dryer.

Your stay includes dining at The Sur House , non-alcoholic beverages, curated resort activities and wellness programming. You also get valet parking , daily snacks, minibar replenishment and access to the pools, Japanese hot baths and 24-hour fitness center. High-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary.

It is a natural choice for couples . The resort is adults-only, with a minimum check-in age of 18, and the room is for two guests. A desk, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, daily housekeeping and turndown service make a longer stay comfortable.

Room service runs on limited hours . In-room dining includes a late-night menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner service. The Sur House is open daily, with brunch from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, a bar menu from 3:00 to 5:00 PM and dinner from 5:00 to 9:00 PM. Reservations are recommended.

The resort has two outdoor heated pools : the Meadow Pool with ocean views, and the clothing-optional Mountain Pool. It also has Japanese hot baths and Spa Alila , open daily from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM by advance reservation. Complimentary activities include yoga, guided walking meditations, a guided Coast Ridge hike and a rotating Alila Experience Program with falconry, foraging and clay workshops.

You reach the resort by driving Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road, so a car is needed. Monterey airport is about 45 to 60 minutes away. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Valet and self-parking are complimentary.

The villa sits on the ridge above the Pacific, and its private outdoor patio opens to coastal and forest-influenced views. The resort is perched roughly 1,200 feet above the ocean on 160 acres, so the setting feels secluded and high above the shoreline.

The Villa measures 930 sq. ft. It has a bedroom with a king bed, a private bathroom, a desk and a private patio. The materials are natural and the finishes modern, and the space is made for two adults.

The Villa has one king bed with premium bedding and crisp sheets, and turndown service in the evening. Rooms at Alila Ventana Big Sur are limited to two guests to keep the resort peaceful.

The bathroom is private and has a shower , bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer. Housekeeping comes daily.

The stay is all-inclusive in style. It covers dining at The Sur House , non-alcoholic beverages, daily snacks, the minibar, curated resort activities and wellness programming. Access to the pools, Japanese baths and the 24-hour fitness center is included, as are valet parking and excursion gear. The Villa also has free bottled water and free daily newspapers.

It is made for couples and solo adults . The resort is adults-only, with a minimum check-in age of 18, and rooms hold a maximum of two guests. Children under 18 are not permitted. The setting suits a slow retreat, with the spa, pools, hiking and guided activities close at hand.

You get a flat-screen TV with premium channels and a DVD player , plus coffee and espresso makers, a safe and an iron and ironing board. Air conditioning, a desk and a phone are there too. Free high-speed WiFi covers the whole resort. Room service runs on limited hours, and In-Room Dining has a late-night menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

The resort has two heated outdoor pools. The Meadow Pool has ocean views and requires clothing. The Mountain Pool is clothing-optional and more secluded. The Japanese hot baths have men's, women's and co-ed sections, all clothing-optional. The pools and baths are open year-round. Spa Alila is open daily from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM for guests 18 and older, by advance reservation only. Treatments canceled within 24 hours incur a 50% charge.

You reach the resort by driving Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road, and a car is needed. Monterey airport is about an hour away, San Jose about 2 hours and San Francisco about 3. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card, as the resort does not accept cash.

September through November usually brings the clearest skies and thinner crowds. March through May is green, with wildflowers and flowing waterfalls. Summer is the busiest and foggiest season, often with morning fog that burns off by afternoon. Winter is quieter, with heavier storms and occasional road closures.

The suite opens onto ocean and forest views from its private patio . The resort sits about 1,200 feet above the Pacific on Highway 1, so the landscape is a large part of the experience.

The suite has one king bed with premium bedding and sleeps two guests . The resort limits every accommodation to a maximum of two guests per room to keep the atmosphere peaceful.

No. Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only resort , and guests under 18 are not permitted. The suite is designed for two adults, which makes it a good fit for couples or a quiet retreat.

The suite has a private bathroom with a shower , bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer.

Yes. The suite has an in-room fireplace for cooler evenings and a kitchenette . It also has an espresso maker, a coffee/tea maker and complimentary bottled water.

Your stay includes dining and non-alcoholic beverages , curated resort activities and wellness programming. It also includes access to the pools, Japanese hot baths and fitness center, plus valet or self-parking, daily snacks, minibar provisions and excursion gear. Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the resort.

The Sur House is the signature restaurant, serving Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. It is open daily for brunch from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM and dinner from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, and dining there is included for resort guests. The resort has two heated outdoor pools, the Meadow Pool and the clothing-optional Mountain Pool, along with Japanese hot baths and Spa Alila. Spa treatments are by advance reservation.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM . Please bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card, as cash is not accepted. Guests drive Highway 1, about 1 hour from Monterey , 2 hours from San Jose and 3 hours from San Francisco, and a car is needed to reach the resort.

Dogs are welcome for a one-time fee of $150 per stay for up to two dogs, and service animals are exempt from fees. The resort is smoke-free throughout. Two resident cats also live on the property.

The Cottage has a private patio with sweeping ocean and forest views . The resort sits about 1,200 feet above the Pacific on Highway 1, so the outlook takes in both the coastline and the wooded hillsides.

The Cottage has one king bed with premium bedding and sleeps 2 guests . The resort limits every accommodation to a maximum of two guests per room to keep the atmosphere peaceful, and it is adults-only, with a minimum check-in age of 18.

The Cottage has a private bathroom with a shower , plush bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer.

Stays at Alila Ventana Big Sur include dining, non-alcoholic beverages, curated resort activities and wellness programming . You also get access to the pools, Japanese baths and fitness center, plus valet parking, daily snacks, the minibar and excursion gear. Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the resort.

It suits couples and longer stays . It has a king bed, a fireplace, a work desk, daily housekeeping and turndown service, and air conditioning. The resort's complimentary Alila Experience Program rotates activities such as falconry, foraging and clay workshops. Spa Alila also offers couples treatments in outdoor cabanas.

You will find a flat-screen TV with premium channels and a DVD player , a coffee/tea maker and an espresso maker, a minibar, free bottled water, a safe, an iron and ironing board, and complimentary daily newspapers. In-room dining runs on limited hours, with a late-night menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM as well as meal service.

The resort has two heated outdoor pools: the Meadow Pool with ocean views, where clothing is required, and the clothing-optional Mountain Pool . The Japanese hot baths are near the fitness center and are clothing-optional. All are open year-round. The Sur House serves brunch from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM and dinner from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, and dining there is included with your stay.

You will need a car, as Highway 1 is the only way in and there is no practical public transit. Monterey Regional Airport is the closest airport, about 45-60 minutes away. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM .

Alila Ventana Big Sur is smoke-free throughout, and it is a cashless property that accepts credit cards. Bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card for check-in. Pfeiffer Beach is about 2.1 miles away and McWay Falls about 7 miles, and a complimentary shuttle covers a roughly 5-mile radius around the resort.

The suite opens onto a private patio with a vista hot tub , set high above the Pacific where ocean views and woodland air meet. It is a quiet, secluded outlook, in keeping with the resort's 160 acres on Highway 1.

The suite has one king bed with premium bedding and crisp sheets, in a separate bedroom. It sleeps two guests , which is also the maximum per room at Alila Ventana Big Sur, to preserve the resort's peaceful atmosphere.

The suite measures 773 sq. ft. and has a separate bedroom, a private bathroom and a patio with the vista hot tub. It also has a desk and air conditioning, so it works for a relaxed stay as well as a short escape.

The private bathroom has a shower, bathrobes, a hair dryer and fresh towels. The room category also includes a bathtub in its name.

Stays at Alila Ventana Big Sur include dining, non-alcoholic beverages, curated resort activities and wellness programming . They also include access to the pools, Japanese hot baths and fitness center, valet parking, daily snacks, minibar and excursion gear. Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the resort.

The suite has a flat-screen TV with premium channels and a DVD player . It also has a coffee/tea maker, an espresso maker, free bottled water, a minibar and a safe. Room service runs during limited hours, and the Sur House provides a late-night in-room menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Housekeeping is daily, with turndown service.

It suits couples well: one king bed, a private patio with a hot tub and a quiet setting. Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only resort and guests must be 18 or older. Rooms are limited to two guests.

The Sur House is the resort's signature restaurant, serving brunch 7:30 AM–3:00 PM, a bar menu 3:00–5:00 PM and dinner 5:00–9:00 PM . Dining there is included with your stay. The Meadow Pool has ocean views, while the clothing-optional Mountain Pool and the Japanese hot baths are near the fitness center. Both pools and the baths are open year-round.

You will need a car, as the resort is reached by Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road. Monterey airport is about 45–60 minutes away, San Jose roughly 2 hours and San Francisco roughly 3 hours. Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card.

The resort is smoke-free and accepts credit cards only, as cash is not accepted. Two resident cats live on the property. Housekeeping enters every occupied room at least once in 24 hours, with advance notice where possible. Spa Alila is open daily 9:45 AM–5:00 PM by advance reservation, and treatments cancelled within 24 hours incur a 50% charge.

Yes. The room has its own private patio . It sits on a 160-acre estate roughly 1,200 feet above the Pacific on Highway 1, so the setting is forest, mountain and coast. Views vary by location on the property, so request your preferences when you reserve.

The room has one king bed with premium bedding and sleeps two guests . Alila Ventana Big Sur limits every accommodation to a maximum of two guests per room to preserve its peaceful atmosphere. The resort is adults-only, with a minimum check-in age of 18.

The room has a private bathroom with a shower . It is supplied with bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer.

The defining feature is the in-room fireplace , which suits Big Sur's cool, foggy evenings. The room also has a desk and a private patio, and the king bed is dressed in premium bedding. Turndown service and air conditioning add to the comfort.

Stays at Alila Ventana Big Sur include dining at The Sur House, non-alcoholic beverages, daily snacks and the minibar . You also get curated resort activities, wellness programming, and access to the pools, Japanese baths and 24-hour fitness center. Valet and self-parking are complimentary, as is high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the resort.

The resort has two heated outdoor pools : the Meadow Pool with ocean views, where clothing is required, and the secluded, clothing-optional Mountain Pool. Clothing-optional Japanese hot baths are near the fitness center, and the pools and baths are open year-round. Spa Alila is open daily from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM by advance reservation, and treatments cancelled within 24 hours incur a 50% charge. The Alila Experience Program adds activities such as falconry, foraging and clay workshops, and there is a guided Coast Ridge hike.

Dining at The Sur House is included with your stay. It serves brunch from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, a bar menu from 3:00 to 5:00 PM and dinner from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, and reservations are recommended. Evening dress is relaxed. In-room dining is also offered, with a late-night menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM, and room service runs during limited hours.

Yes, plan on driving Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road, as there is no practical public transit. Monterey Regional Airport is the closest, about 45–60 minutes away. San Jose is roughly 2 hours and San Francisco roughly 3 hours by road. Parking is complimentary, and a complimentary area shuttle serves attractions within about 5 miles.

Pfeiffer Beach , known for its purple-tinted sand, is about 2.1 miles away. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is roughly 2 miles away and Andrew Molera State Park about 4.7 miles. McWay Falls in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park is around 7 miles away, and Point Sur Light Station is about 9.4 miles away.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock. Bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card, as the property does not accept cash. The resort is smoke-free and two resident cats live on the property. Onsite parties and group events are strictly prohibited.

The room has a private patio that opens onto the surrounding landscape. It sits within the resort's 160 secluded acres , roughly 1,200 feet above the Pacific on Highway 1. It is a place to step outside, breathe in the forest and coastal air, and unwind.

The room has one king bed with premium bedding and turndown service. It sleeps two guests . The resort limits every room to a maximum of two guests to preserve its peaceful atmosphere.

Yes. A fireplace is part of this category, which is what sets it apart. The room also has air conditioning, so you can stay comfortable in any season. Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are fitted for safety.

The room has a private bathroom with a shower . It is stocked with fresh towels, bathrobes and a hair dryer.

Your stay includes dining at The Sur House , non-alcoholic beverages, curated resort activities and wellness programming. You also get access to the pools, Japanese baths and fitness center, plus valet parking, daily snacks, the minibar and excursion gear. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi covers the whole resort. Spa treatments are booked separately, by advance reservation.

The room has a flat-screen TV with premium channels and a DVD player . It also has an espresso maker, a coffee and tea maker, complimentary bottled water, a minibar, a safe, a desk, and an iron and ironing board. Housekeeping is daily, and you get free daily newspapers. In-room dining runs late-night from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM, alongside breakfast, lunch and dinner service. Room service hours are limited.

No. Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only resort , and guests must be 18 or older. The room suits couples or two adults looking for a quiet, restorative stay. The property cites its terrain, remoteness and local wildlife as reasons for the policy.

The resort has two heated outdoor pools . The Meadow Pool has ocean views and requires clothing. The Mountain Pool is clothing-optional and more secluded. Japanese hot baths sit near the fitness center, which is open 24 hours. Spa Alila is open daily from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM by advance reservation, and treatments canceled within 24 hours incur a 50% charge. Complimentary activities have included falconry, foraging, clay workshops and guided hikes.

You reach the resort by driving Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road, so a car is needed. Monterey airport is about 45–60 minutes away, San Jose about 2 hours and San Francisco about 3 hours. Parking is complimentary , valet or self. Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card, as the resort does not accept cash.

September through November is generally the clearest season, with warm days and thinner crowds. March through May brings wildflowers and flowing waterfalls. Summer mornings are often foggy. Winter is the quietest season, with occasional storms and lower lodging prices.

Yes. The Room comes with a private patio , a quiet spot to step outside from your bedroom and living area. Alila Ventana Big Sur is a 160-acre retreat roughly 1,200 feet above the Pacific, and the whole property is smoke-free.

The Room has one king bed with premium bedding and turndown service. It sleeps two guests , which is also the maximum per room, kept deliberately low to protect the resort's peaceful atmosphere.

The private bathroom has a shower, towels, bathrobes and a hair dryer. It is a practical, comfortable bathroom for two.

Stays include dining and non-alcoholic beverages , curated resort activities, wellness programming, and access to the pools, Japanese baths and fitness center. You also get valet or self-parking, daily snacks, the minibar, excursion gear and complimentary Wi-Fi. Complimentary bottled water, a coffee/tea maker and an espresso maker are in the room.

It suits couples well. Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only resort, and guests must be 18 or older. The room has a living area, desk, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, and daily housekeeping with turndown service, so it works for a longer stay. Dogs are welcome for a one-time fee of $150 per stay for up to two dogs.

The resort has two heated outdoor pools: the Meadow Pool , which has ocean views and requires clothing, and the clothing-optional Mountain Pool. The Japanese hot baths are clothing-optional and have men's, women's and co-ed sections. The pools and baths are open year-round. The fitness center is open 24 hours, with complimentary yoga and guided hikes. Spa Alila is open daily from 9:45 AM to 5:00 PM by advance reservation.

Dining at The Sur House is included for resort guests. It serves brunch from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, a bar menu from 3:00 to 5:00 PM and dinner from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, and reservations are recommended. In-room dining runs during limited hours, including a late-night menu from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM. A relaxed dress code is fine for evenings.

You will need to drive Highway 1 , a winding two-lane coastal road, as there is no practical public transit to the resort. Monterey airport is about 45 to 60 minutes away, San Jose about 2 hours and San Francisco about 3 hours. Valet and self-parking are complimentary. A complimentary area shuttle also serves attractions within about 5 miles.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Bring a government-issued photo ID and a credit card, since the property does not accept cash. The minimum check-in age is 18. Two resident cats live on the property.