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Type: Luxury Hotel

Summary: Restorative retreat in the mountains of Big Sur

Feature: Afternoon wine and cheese reception

Rooms: 60 rooms & suites

Location: Big Sur, California, United States of America

Nearest airport: San Francisco International Airport

Transfer: 1 hour from Monterey Regional Airport and 2 hours, 35 minutes from San Francisco International Airport by private car transfer.

Luxury Holidays At Ventana Big Sur

The delightful Ventana Big Sur is located on a hillside, high above the Pacific Ocean and overlooking the dramatic Big Sur coastline. It’s ideal for active couples seeking a tranquil and unique escape amidst nature in an unspoilt setting. There are local hiking trails that meander across acres of peaceful meadows, mountain-biking trails and horse-riding to enjoy, along with kayaking and windsurfing, while each of the sixty guest rooms, suites, villas and cottages features a private patio with valley, mountain or distant ocean views, as well as a flat-screen television with DVD player, iPod docking station, high-speed internet access and a useful pair of binoculars.

Take a dip in one of two swimming pools (one of which is clothing optional), each with a Japanese hot bath area - which is even open in the evening for a moonlit soak - or unwind in the sauna or on the relaxation deck. There is a fully equipped fitness room and The Spa at Ventana, which focuses on harmonising the body, mind and soul with a range of pampering massages, facials and body wraps. Savour fine Californian cuisine and a glass of wine at the award-winning Restaurant at Ventana or enjoy room service from Ventana Bistro. There is now also an option for guests to enjoy a 'glamping' experience - connect with nature outdoors in a luxurious safari-style tent complete with electrical sockets and housekeeping service.

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Why Ventana Big Sur is so special...

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Adult-Only

Set amid 160-acres of beautiful private grounds on the Pacific Coast, Ventana Big Sur is an ideal eclectic combination of private and interactive spaces - perfect for adults. Sip craft cocktails and speciality wines admiring expansive ocean views, or head to the Social House for a chance to connect with fellow travellers however you wish - bond over a game of pool or enjoy a coffee and a chat in the homely atmosphere of the bar room.

Romance

Hidden away amongst lush forests, this exclusive enclave offers the height of privacy and intimacy for couples looking to retreat from the outside world. Experiences perfect for enjoyment side-by-side are boundless thanks to the imaginative amenities on offer; sip craft cocktails and speciality wines upon the Sur House Terrace, luxuriate in the Japanese hot baths and admire incredible feats of art in the striking Glass House Gallery. This peaceful, endlessly romantic, coastal spot will leave you feeling perfectly reconnected.

Spa Breaks

With Big Sur known as a sacred setting, The Spa Alila offers a sensory experience to encourage guests to find inner peace and connectivity. Influenced by Asian methods, treatments include soothing facials and deep-tissue massages that aim to rejuvenate both body and mind. For a more distinctive offering, embrace an astrology reading, exploring your stages of life and emphasising tools for managing life in new ways.

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Weddings

Celebrate your special day against a picturesque backdrop of the rugged Big Sur coastline. Two stunning outdoor venues provide the perfect location for an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, with the outdoor Upper and Lower Terraces accommodating your wedding party for a cocktail reception and dancing beneath the stars. Banquet menus are available and expert staff will assist with all the arrangements.

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Pricing

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Disabled Services

There are two ADA compliant accessible rooms available in the Ventana Guest Room and Ventana Fireplace Room categories. One of these rooms, Ventana Fireplace Room has ADA features including the addition of a roll-in shower. ADA features of both rooms include raised toilet, grab bars around the shower and toilet and accessible wash basin.

   

California Travel Information

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Climate

California is one of North America’s sunniest states and enjoys a Mediterranean-style climate. Generally, Californian summers are warm and dry, while winters are reasonably mild and moderately wet.

Northern California, including San Francisco:
The northern coast is generally cooler and wetter than coastal areas further south. Along the coast, sea fog occurs and this reduces the amount of sunshine hours in both summer and winter compared to further inland. The city of San Francisco has cool to mild summers, which is caused by the sea fog which regularly washes over San Francisco Bay and can be chilly and/or foggy at any time of year. However, frost and snow are not common on the coast, and winters in much of California are fairly mild and moderately wet. However, more mountainous parts – such as Sierra Nevada, experience more rainfall and at greater heights this falls as snow, offering the opportunity for winter activities.

Central and Southern California, including Los Angeles:
In central and southern California summers tend to be very dry. There may be short-lived spells of cold weather in wintertime. Los Angeles suffers a city smog – a mixture of pollution and fog – which is at its worst from July to September. The smog lingers because the light winds are not strong enough to blow it past the surrounding hills.

Getting There

Flight Information
British Airways direct from London Heathrow to Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego. Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines direct from London Heathrow to Los Angeles and San Francisco. Air New Zealand direct from London Heathrow to Los Angeles.

Flight Time
From London Heathrow to Los Angeles: 11 hours. London Heathrow to San Francisco: 10 hours, 50 minutes. London Heathrow to San Diego: 11 hours, 10 minutes.

Beaches

Lovingly dubbed “The Golden Coast”, California is home to countless stunning beaches. The coastlines of Santa Barbara and Santa Monica are characterized by soft sand and iconic Californian palm trees - both offering beaches that are unrivalled for sunbathing, swimming, kayaking, surfing and beach volley ball - whilst at Big Sur you'll find more secluded coves and rugged beaches. Down in San Diego, Coronado Island's sublime beaches (accessed via the impressive San Diego-Coronado Bridge) are repeatedly considered to be amongst the world's best - they quite literally sparkle, due to the mica mineral content in the sand.

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Cuisine

A state that is unparalleled in the variety and quality of its cuisine, California is sure to serve you up some unforgettable gastronomic delights. For the state’s freshest seafood, visit San Francisco’s vibrant Fisherman’s Wharf, offering a salty dose of traditional stalls and restaurants, steaming crab cauldrons and French-style bakeries against a backdrop of fishing boats and basking sea lions. For Michelin Star dining, our featured property Auberge Du Soleil in Rutherford, Napa Valley was established by a French-born restaurateur, offering exquisite cuisine and the wine to match, whilst Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel in Los Angeles is home to CUT - Wolfgang Puck's Michelin-starred eatery.

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Shopping

For many visitors, California becomes synonymous with world class shopping. For exclusivity and to splash the cash, Rodeo Drive is Beverly Hills’ most famous shopping area, home to a staggering one-hundred world-renowned luxury fashion brands – including Salavtore Ferragamo, Valentino, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Tiffany & Co and Christian Dior –interspersed with luxury hotels and a number of stylish bars and restaurants. For smaller boutiques and local vendors, Napa Valley’s charming stores offer a range of wine-related accessories and gifts, alongside antiques and artisan-crafted goods, whilst Dana Point Harbor’s quaint shops showcase handcrafted treats and unique artwork – perfect souvenirs of your Californian adventure.

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Outdoor Adventure

Whilst luxury hotels, A-list celebrities and world-class shopping may (rightly) spring to mind when you think of California, the state also boasts its fair share of natural beauty. Cycle or horse ride through the breathtaking Yosemite National Park, discovering an array of wildlife, or pack a picnic for a mesmerising day overlooking the turquoise-coloured water of stunning Lake Tahoe. Half Moon Bay's Pacific Coast region offers sandy beaches and scenic coastal drives, whilst the ancient and breathtakingly tall California Redwood Trees of the Redwood region are sure to catch your attention. For hiking trails through peaceful meadows, or to spot cheeky Grey Whales as they dance in the waves, California’s Big Sur is a must visit.

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Family Fun

A state that offers something for all ages, California is the perfect choice for your next family getaway. In Santa Barbara, the intriguing Ty Warner Sea Center presents a host of sea themed exhibits - including touch pools and a crawl-through tidal pool tank – while San Diego Zoo offers an unforgettable day meeting its charming and beautiful inhabitants. To get the whole family’s adrenaline pumping, take a trip to San Francisco Bay’s Six Flags Discovery Kingdom – complete with giant loop-de-loops and white-knuckle rides – or live like you’re in the movies at the iconic Universal Studios Hollywood; its newest attraction is the truly mesmerizing Wizarding World of Harry Potter ™.

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Culture

Eclectic California is home to a huge array of world-class museums, diverse galleries and striking monuments– perfect for those seeking a little culture on their visit. San Francisco's Mission Dolores is the city's oldest structure, whilst Alamo Square's 'painted ladies’ - a line of Victorian Houses – are both enchanting and fascinating. Spend hours exploring the art galleries that pepper Napa Valley, offering a wide spectrum of contemporary art, traditional paintings, glassware and sculptures; take a trip to San Diego’s Balboa Park - the United States’ largest urban park and home to fifteen museums – or take a step back in time on Santa Monica’s charming Pier, dating back to 1909.

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