Hotels in Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur & Pebble Beach

Located amidst the coastal beauty of Big Sur, Ventana offers 59 guestrooms and suites scattered across the 243 acre property, arranged in secluded groups among the redwoods, meadows and ridges of the coastline. Interiors feature wood and stone accents that reflect the great outdoors, providing a soothing retreat in rustic sophistication. Comfortable beds and upscale bathrooms are standard, as are private decks, flat screen televisions, wireless internet, iPod docking stations and Espresso coffee-makers. Ventana offers exceptional amenities, including two outdoor pools, a Japanese Bathhouse, European-style spa and The Restaurant at Ventana, serving fine food and even finer views.

Located in one of California’s most prestigious neighbourhoods, the newly renovated La Playa Carmel sits proudly in Carmel-by-the-Sea, surrounded by quaint shops, galleries and restaurants and just steps from the sands of Carmel Beach. Featuring meticulously tended gardens, secluded courtyards and tranquil terraces this hotel makes for a serene stop on any California coast itinerary.

In the spectacular coastal city of Monterey, this luxurious retreat sits beside the Del Monte Golf Course, a short walk from the beach. Monterey’s famous attractions, such as Cannery Row and the Monterey Aquarium, are a short drive away. San Francisco is a little over two hours north, and the quaint shops and restaurants of Carmel are just ten minutes south.