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Lucia Lodge vs Carmel Valley Ranch the Unbound Collection By Hyatt

Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Carmel Valley Ranch scores marginally higher than Lucia Lodge. Carmel Valley Ranch comes in at 74 with approval from 4 sources including Gayot, Afar Magazine and Travel + Leisure.

Lucia Lodge
7 / 10
62400 Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
From $0 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast buffet
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Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A white picket fence and a 300-foot cliff are the only things that come between guests of Lucia Lodge and the Pacific Ocean." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"A historic lodge overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Big Sur."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Vertiginous clifftop views from an ocean-view deck, and cozy 1930s-era cabin rooms." Full review
Carmel Valley Ranch the Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Carmel Valley Ranch the Unbound Collection By Hyatt
7 / 10
One Old Ranch Road, Carmel, CA 93923
From $233 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Emphasis falls on outdoorsy diversions like beekeeping, organic gardening, and open-air yoga. Guided nature walks wind through the 450-acre scrub-oak-studded property and into the wilderness beyond." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Sprawling 500-acre resort where golf, tennis, yoga and spa-ing is fueled by farm-fresh fare and local wines." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"A beautiful playground with its own vineyard and golf course."
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The chicken coop is nearly as popular as the spa at this family-friendly resort in the foothills of California’s Santa Lucia Mountains." Full review
Zagat Zagat
"Posh suites with private decks & fireplaces, plus a sleek restaurant, outdoor pools & a spa." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Carmel Valley Ranch is a 500-acre property offering modern luxury in a rustic, bucolic setting, with tall oak trees, organic gardens, and rolling vineyards." Full review