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There simply is not a time when the rugged, captivating coast of Northern California is anything but an extraordinary escape. On a clifftop overlooking blue expanse of the Pacific Ocean in Big Sur, Post Ranch Inn is a place of natural and intimate luxury, reflecting not only the beauty of its environs, but the quintessential relaxed attitude as well. With views of sea on one side, and mountains on the other, this property features organic architecture inside and out. Guest rooms are a study in rustic elegance, set in a series of small structures, with each space affording a scenic vista unlike any other. A king bed, wood-burning fireplace, indoor spa tub, and private deck will greet you, and indulgent touches like terry robes, slippers, and a complimentary mini bar offer even more reason to delight in this awesome getaway. Head over to Post Ranch Inn's award-winning spa for an out-of-this-world treatment, set in a room overlooking the surrounding mountains and ocean. From the Big Sur Jade Stone Therapy to the Organic Garden Facial or soul-soothing shaman sessions, this is truly a place of mind and body renewal.
Post Ranch Inn
47900 Highway 1
Big Sur, California
93920
Nearest Airport: MRY
Outstanding, magnificently beautiful and unique resort. As magical as on our first visit many years ago. You enter an entirely spectacular world combining natural setting and architecture like nowhere else. The integration of the natural and the human-made is seamless, and brilliant. The lodgings are unlike any other resort we are aware of anywhere. The service is beyond reproach. The price has gone from high to stratospheric in the past 10 years or so but if anyplace of this sort is worth this very high cost, the Post Ranch Inn is the place. The only weakness, and it is only so in a relative sense, is that Sierra Mar we didn't think is offering quite the quality and variety of food as it did in the past. You don't have many choices in Big Sur for dining, and you don't want to leave this property once there, frankly, so the dinner menu could use some expansion and additional finesse, as could the wine selection.
StevenG450 - Minneapolis
We stayed here for two nights, for our honeymoon. A very special trip for us and we are so happy we did it. Everything was high quality, great service, and a truly special experience to enjoy part of the most beautiful coast line. The food was great, the best included breakfast I have ever experienced. This is a place to come and relax, and they make that easy to do.
karyns579
We stopped for 1 night during our trip along the coast. Wow! The bedrooms are stunning and the views are amazing. Loved the layout of the room Short walk to a great restaurant and it was the best meal (lamb) of my whole holiday. Only small criticism is that the complimentary part of the breakfast should breakfast should include toast and juice. I paid a lot for 1 slice of toast and jam 🤷♀️
Karen L
Unreal stay. So magical and peaceful. Have to do the stargazing!!!! Don’t hesitate to book. You’ll never regret it!!!!!
Christine M - New York City, New York
The location of Post Ranch Inn is UNSURPASSED, an atmosphere like NO OTHER, absolutely DREAMY. There is not a bad room! And we’ve stayed in a few. Our favorite is The Ocean House. It’s literally like being “On Top Of The World”suspended 1200 Ft OVER the Ocean.
Bettina B - Bakersfield, California
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