Alila Ventana Big Sur

This was an ultimate spa weekend getaway. The location is fully serene with beautiful vistas at breakfast and at the pool. We were celebrating a special occasion and they left a sweet treat in our room to acknowledge that. We were upgraded to a hot tub suite (38) that was spacious and offered a fireplace for warming ambiance. Incredible food quality for our first all inclusive experience. Some activities were not available (due to low attendance?).

Our stay at Alila Ventana Big Sur was truly special. The property feels tucked away in nature with luxurious, serene, and exclusive vibes — like a peaceful California version of White Lotus (minus the drama). One of the best parts was the all-inclusive experience. Having all meals included (except alcohol) made the trip feel effortless and elevated. Every meal we had was delicious, and even the poolside food exceeded expectations. It’s rare for an all-inclusive setup to maintain this level of quality across the board. We also loved the Japanese hot baths, which were incredibly relaxing and a standout amenity. Combined with the beautiful setting, pools, and wellness-focused atmosphere, it made for the perfect reset. Service at the restaurant was occasionally a little slow, but the staff was always warm, friendly, and genuinely welcoming, which more than made up for it. Overall, an amazing place for couples or anyone looking to unplug, recharge, and indulge in a secluded luxury retreat. We’d absolutely come back.

This was the BEST, most relaxing vacation! We were celebrating our 33rd wedding anniversary and found that it was easy to check out of our busy work lives and be present in the beauty of nature. This resort is nestled in the redwoods and you really feel like you're away from it all. The views are spectacular, the room was lovely and cozy, the service was amazing and the food was SO good!! Such a great variety and we could have eaten all day if we had the room! ;) The staff is absolutely incredible, as well! Would 1000% recommend this Alila Ventana Big Sur!!

This is our 4th stay at this beautiful property. We've already booked our next one. Incredible value for Hyatt Globalist. The resort experience includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, smores, and snacks and drinks in the mini bar that are replenished daily. Several hikes and other experiences are also included. The hike around the property daily is a good starting point. There are additional activities that they do charge for. Spa treatments are not cheap, but we've had 2 couples massages that were excellent. The falconry experience is not to be missed if you've never had one. This last trip we did dive the hive and found the beekeeping experience facinating. I used an upgrade award to get into a Vista hot tub room. All the rooms we've been in so far are fabulous. While staying here we stronly encourage you to get to Pfeifer Beach as well as McWay falls. They are 10-20 minutes away from the property. The seaside discovery may go to Pfeifer Beach, not sure about the falls. We also found stargazing to be terrific. If it's a clear night step out onto your balcony and take a look. Or, go to the Meadow, or go to the very top of the property. Bring your binoculars. While there we were also able to see a rocket launch from Vandenberg, so check out that schedule if it's a nighttime launch and sky is clear. We had a bit of a problem with way too much salt on the meals prepared our first day. We made them very aware, but if you need to watch your salt intake I'd ask for low/no salt. Make dinner reservations in advance. At check in they only offered 5:15 or 8:30. Also, book any activities in advance as they do sometimes fill up. It's difficult to find rooms at the current standard rate of 45000 points a night, but if you can that's a great deal. I'll be curious to see what the rooms go for after Hyatt devaluation.

Exceptional staff, we felt well taken care of for the whole trip. The grounds are beautifully kept and this was exactly what we were hoping for: the perfect relaxing getaway weekend