Treebones ResortvsCarmel Valley Ranch the Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Treebones Resort scores slightly better than Carmel Valley Ranch. Treebones Resort comes in at 76 with positive reviews from 5 publications including Travel + Leisure, Afar Magazine and Gayot.
Treebones Resort
71895 Highway #1, Big Sur, CA 93920
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's
"Perched on a hilltop, surrounded by national forest and stunning, unobstructed ocean views, this yurt resort provides a stellar back-to-nature experience along with creature comforts." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Nearly every Mongolian-esque yurt at this eco-resort has ocean views from the redwood decks and Adirondack chairs, but without the thread count or plumbing." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A unique woven 'human nest' and canvas-sided yurts with polished pine floors, quilt-covered beds, sink vanities and redwood decks are more like glamping, with little privacy." Full review
Gayot
"Yurts and campsites along a deserted stretch of Big Sur coast."
Afar Magazine
"The off-the-grid property offers 16 signature yurts as well as oceanfront campsites, a tipi-like tent, and the "human nest"...a spherical dwelling woven from tree branches by local artist Jayson Fann." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Another glamping option is Treebones Resort, an eco-resort that has a mix of pre-built tents and yurts, along with campsites"
Big Sur Travel Guide
March 10, 2022
Carmel Valley Ranch the Unbound Collection By Hyatt
One Old Ranch Road, Carmel, CA 93923
From $233/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
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
"Sprawling 500-acre resort where golf, tennis, yoga and spa-ing is fueled by farm-fresh fare and local wines." Full review
Gayot
"A beautiful playground with its own vineyard and golf course."
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
"Posh suites with private decks & fireplaces, plus a sleek restaurant, outdoor pools & a spa." Full review
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