It's tough to review The Ventana. I have to admit, this was the most expensive hotel I've ever stayed at, so right off the bat my expectations were very high. That being said, I don't think the inn lived up to those expectations. First off, the property is huge. Fortunately you can call to have a golf cart pick you... More

Don't expect a five star resort at Ventana Inn for the five star price. True the property is beautiful but Big Sur is beautiful and you can take a hike at Salmon Creek to falls that are astonishing. There are no parking directions when you arrive. Worse, there are steep stairs to Reception if you don't know to drive to... More

My husband and I stayed there for a night on our trip along Highway 1. Since we made the most of the grounds. We were welcomed with the Happy Hour and enjoyed a glass of wine in the sun. We then enjoyed a walk around the trail.We had the 4-course dinner. The food was really nice but wasn't memorable. We... More

I went here alone for a three night respite. With a couple of small exceptions, my experience could not have been better. The staff were exceptionally helpful at registration, and I was given a better room than I had signed up for online. The property itself is superb --- Big Sur at its very finest. My room had a fireplace... More

Ventana Inn was wonderful! The exterior of the rooms look rustic, but step inside and they are luxurious. The rooms were extremely comfortable--about as comfortable as a hotel room can get. Great bed, luxurious linens, nice pillows, bottled water, upscale bathroom, cozy seating area with fireplace, great sound system, wet bar area with fridge, spacious balcony with hammock, and the... More

The Ventana is certainly a very good hotel and spa but for the money a few things need improvement. In this regard, the sound proofing and accoustics should be better so that you don't hear your neighbors every step and their conversations in your room. Also, food at the restaurant was somewhat disappointing in that our fish was not fresh.... More

We have stayed at Ventana Inn over the years, never disappointed us. It is still as fresh as ever. We love the quietness of the entire inn and the surrounding hills. We took a NICE long hike out the back of the inn up Coast Ridge Road, up high we had great views of Big Sur and the ocean. Hardly... More

Talk about a place in the woods. We stayed here last year and took the back walk through the woods to the restaurant. Sherwood Forrest? Better. if your looking for a romantic getaway, stay here. the hot tubs in the room the outdoor hot pool, the fireplaces in the room and on and on. This would put any romance n... More

Just spent two lovely days at the Ventana Inn and Spa. Wonderfully rustic, yet sophisticated room with a glorious mountain view. Was at first sorry it wasn't the ocean view - but this proved really magnificent. Fireplace and balcony with hammock and seating area made it idea for any weather. Service was very attentive and unobtrusive. Pools were lovely with... More