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Ventana Big Sur, An Alila ResortvsQuail Lodge & Golf Club
Both properties are rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort ranks significantly higher than Quail Lodge & Golf Club. Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort is ranked #3 in Central California Coast with endorsements from 7 reviewers like Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and Wallpaper.
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
Quail Lodge & Golf Club Gayot Jetsetter
Oyster
Afar Magazine
8205 Valley Greens Drive, Carmel, CA 93923
From $205/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Gayot "New style for an old favorite in Carmel Valley."
Jetsetter "A room or suite at a sprawling golf resort in the Carmel Valley, including continental breakfast." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The three-and-a-half-pearl Quail Lodge & Golf Club is an appealing option for golfers, corporate groups, and other travelers seeking a picturesque setting close to downtown Carmel." Full review
Afar Magazine "You don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy spending time at Carmel’s Quail Lodge—but if you are, you may never want to leave." Full review
