Big Sur, California, United States

Alila Ventana Big Sur

Name: Alila Ventana Big Sur
Address: Alila Ventana Big Sur, Big Sur, California, United States

An adults-only Big Sur retreat set high above the Pacific, surrounded by redwoods, meadows, and cinematic coastal views. Rustic romance, private outdoor spaces, and destination dining define the experience.

Michelin Keys

Forbes Four Star

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Preferred Partner

When you book this hotel through Vanden, your stay includes:

As a preferred partner of the property, we are able to secure complimentary upgrades and amenities that are not available when booking direct or through 3rd party agents.

VAVanden preferred partner

Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining
$100 USD Hotel or Resort credit to be used during stay (excludes retail, not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
Stays of 4+ nights will receive an additional $100 Resort or Hotel credit (for a total of $200 during stay)
Stays of 7+ nights will receive an additional $200 Resort or Hotel credit (for a total of $300 during stay)
Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi

About the resort

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The moment you arrive, the world seems to soften: redwood forest, open meadow, salt air, and the vast Pacific unfolding far below. Perched 1,200 feet above one of California’s most cinematic stretches of coastline, Alila Ventana Big Sur is an adults-only hideaway that channels the raw beauty of the Central Coast into something deeply restorative and quietly romantic. Spread across 160 acres, the resort’s 54 rooms and suites feel immersed in the landscape, each with a private balcony or patio for lingering over the view. Interiors lean rustic yet refined, while the culinary experience at The Sur House celebrates the region through sustainable coastal cuisine shaped by local farmers and producers. For those seeking a more indulgent stay, select suites add private hot tubs—an especially memorable way to take in Big Sur’s elemental drama.

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