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Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort vs Carmel Valley Ranch the Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Both hotels are recommended by experts. On balance, Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort scores significantly higher than Carmel Valley Ranch. Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort has a TripExpert Score of 84 with recommendations from 7 reviews including Oyster, Mr & Mrs Smith and Lonely Planet.
Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet
Gayot
Jetsetter
Mr & Mrs Smith
Wallpaper
Hideaway Report
Condé Nast Traveler
Forbes Travel Guide
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48123 Highway One, Big Sur, CA 93920
From $1,150 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"Hundreds of celebrities, from Oprah Winfrey to Sir Anthony Hopkins, have escaped to Ventana, a romantic resort on 243 tranquil acres 1,200 feet above the Pacific."
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Travel + Leisure
"If hammocks, afternoon wine and cheese receptions, and guided “Discovery Walks” appeal to you, this cozy, adults-only retreat is just your ticket. "
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Lonely Planet
"Almost at odds with Big Sur’s hippie-alternative vibe, Ventana injects a little soul into its deluxe digs."
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Gayot
"A romantic and relaxing getaway in a cliffside coastal setting."
Jetsetter
"Romantic and restorative clifftop escape amid the redwoods and overlooking the pounding surf."
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Mr & Mrs Smith
"Perched above Big Sur’s breath-taking sea cliffs and surrounded by its giant redwoods, Ventana Inn & Spa hotel is an oasis among some of the most beautiful natural surroundings on earth."
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Wallpaper
"A favoured hideout for reclusive movie stars as much for its incomparable location on the Pacific coastline, as for its 160-acre property bristling with ancient redwoods, oak trees, and meadows."
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Hideaway Report
93.0
"Contemporary coastal inn facing the Pacific Ocean, artfully blended into 160 acres of meadows, canyons and redwood groves."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Big Sur is truly one of the most beautiful places on earth and Ventana's mission is to spotlight and champion its setting."
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Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Like the majestic redwoods growing in California’s Central Coast region, Alila Ventana Big Sur is a marvel to the eyes."
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Carmel Valley Ranch the Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Gayot
Afar Magazine
Zagat
Oyster
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."
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Jetsetter
"Sprawling 500-acre resort where golf, tennis, yoga and spa-ing is fueled by farm-fresh fare and local wines."
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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."
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Zagat
"Posh suites with private decks & fireplaces, plus a sleek restaurant, outdoor pools & a spa."
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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."
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