HOTELS Ventana Big Sur - 70s Vibe Wilderness Resort At The Post Creek

Ventana Big Sur - 70s Vibe Wilderness Resort At The Post Creek

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Big Sur USA North America
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Spread out on 243 acres of pristine land in California's most beautiful corner, Ventana Big Sur resort is encircled by the Post Creek. The dramatic Pacific coastline and forested redwood mountains set the tone of this epic place. The resort has been around since the 1970s, but after the famed Alila purchased it, they just made it even better.

Luckily for the guests, it still has the Northern California 70s vibe. So for some, it will be a visit back on the memory lane, and for others, it will be "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood" coming to life. At least a little bit. Like the one pool that has a "clothing optional" rule. Oh, and the free condoms provided in the rooms, of course.

There are only 59 rooms available for visitors in search of a restoration break. The rustic-chic interiors calming muted colors, wood and stone surfaces, and crackling fireplaces will set you in the right mood. They have Wi-Fi to keep in touch with the outside world but don't expect much network coverage outside the premises.

Sur House is the on-site restaurant that's a short walk away on a beautiful stone path through the Redwood. There are three different pools, including a Japanese bath. Spa treatments and yoga will come as no surprise, but the real magic is outside. The guided hikes through the surrounding wilderness by Ventana is an information bomb about the native plants and wildlife.

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Ventana Big Sur Resort
Ventana Big Sur Exterior
Ventana Big Sur Facade With Balconies
Ventana Big Sur Wooden Building With The Forest
Big Sur Suite

Big Sur Suite

Big Sur Suite Outdoor Shower
Big Sur Suite Hammock Room
Cottage House Bathroom

Cottage House

Cottage House Terrace With Plunge Pool And Hammock
Pacific House Suite

Pacific House Suite

Vista Hot Tub Suite Bedroom

Vista Hot Tub Suite

Vista Hot Tub Suite Spa Bath
Vista Hot Tub Suite Outdoor Hot Tub
The Glass House

The Glass House

The Glass House Terrace
Social House

Social House

Social House Billiard Table
Social House Terrace At Night
Ventana Big Sur Spa
Ventana Big Sur Japanese Bath

Japanese Bath

The Sur House Restaurant

The Sur House Restaurant

The Sur House Restaurant Breakfast View
Meadow Pool

Meadow Pool

Meadow Pool View

Mountain Pool

Ventana Big Sur Mountain Pool Aerial
Ventana Big Sur Spa Deck Chairs
Ventana Big Sur Forest Hammock
Ventana Big Sur Forest Pathway
Ventana Big Sur Astrology, Night Sky Stars

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48123 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, United States


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