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Ventana Big Sur, An Alila ResortvsHotel Abrego
Both Hotel Abrego and Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort are rated highly by experts. On balance, Hotel Abrego is preferred by most writers compared to Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort. Hotel Abrego ranks #2 in Central California Coast with recommendations from 6 publications including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Gayot.
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 Show All Reviews
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." Full review
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. " Full review
Lonely Planet "Almost at odds with Big Sur’s hippie-alternative vibe, Ventana injects a little soul into its deluxe digs." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
Hideaway Report93.0
"Contemporary coastal inn facing the Pacific Ocean, artfully blended into 160 acres of meadows, canyons and redwood groves." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
Hotel Abrego
Oyster Gayot
The Telegraph Jetsetter
Frommer's Lonely Planet
755 Abrego Street, Monterey, CA 93940
From $109/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 93-room Hotel Abrego's style lies in the nice middle ground between "family casual" and "acceptably business chic." Full review
Gayot "A boutique hotel in the center of the Monterey tourist district."
The Telegraph7.0
"A comfortable Spanish-style hotel ideally located for exploring the town of Monterey, famous for its excellent aquarium and historic Cannery Row, where John Steinbeck’s novel of the same name was set." Full review
Jetsetter "A soothing stay on the coast at a Spanish-inspired hotel in TripAdvisor’s list of Monterey's top 10." Full review
Frommer's "It does a good job evoking the "Mad Men" era, with cushy rooms that are decorated in a symphony of soothing browns and rusts, featuring funky wooden lamps, modern but evocative furnishings" Full review
Lonely Planet "At this downtown boutique hotel, most of the spacious, clean-lined contemporary rooms have gas fireplaces and chaise longues." Full review
