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Alila Ventana Big Sur, Big Sur
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Big Sur · CA

Alila Ventana Big Sur

★★★★★
Provider-supplied star rating (RouteStack/LiteAPI)
9.0/10 272 reviews
Joie De Vivre

Best time to visit

August is historically the best month for Big Sur

August offers the most sun for Big Sur at 39% warm+sunny days (n=248), though it remains a shoulder-season pick.

39% warm+sunny · 0% rain days · n=248

ERA5 reanalysis 2018–2025 — historical likelihood, not a forecast. Full almanac for Big Sur in August →

Big Sur by month — ERA5 8-year history. Warm+6h sun = days ≥72°F with >6h sunshine.
Month Warm+sun Rain days Avg high n
January 3% 29% 60°F 248
February 5% 30% 60°F 226
March 1% 46% 58°F 248
April 2% 16% 60°F 240
May 5% 10% 63°F 248
June 16% 2% 67°F 240
July 25% 0% 69°F 248
August 39% 0% 71°F 248
September 38% 4% 72°F 240
October 30% 8% 70°F 248
November 14% 20% 64°F 240
December 4% 36% 60°F 248

What guests say

Verbatim from provider sentiment analysis. We publish both sides — the cons are why the pros are believable.

Praised
  • Exceptional location
  • Outstanding amenities
  • Pleasing room quality
Criticised
  • Management communication issues
  • Strict policies for families with infants

Based on 272 guest reviews (provider-supplied sentiment, RouteStack/LiteAPI).

Facilities

107 amenities on record. Grouped by category — spa/pool/beach/golf lead.

Beach & Pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Swimming pool
Spa & Wellness
  • Beauty Services
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness facilities
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Hair Salon Services
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage services
  • Sauna
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Yoga classes
Kids & Family
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Games room
Dining
  • Bar
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Happy hour
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Terrace
Transport
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)
Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
69 other amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Bike tours
  • Billiards
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hot spring bath
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Manicure
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Pedicure
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Pets allowed
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Public Bath
  • Room service
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours
  • WiFi available
  • Wine/champagne

Room types

17 room types on record from the provider. No price shown without a live quote.

  • Cottage
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 67 sqm (721 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

  • Suite
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 121 sqm (1302 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious suite features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

  • Deluxe King Room with Fireplace
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 45 sqm (484 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

  • King Room with Fireplace and Accessible Tub
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 45 sqm (484 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

  • King Room with Fireplace
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 45 sqm (484 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker and a wardrobe. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • Spa Suite
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 58 sqm (624 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious suite provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • Villa
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 93 sqm (1001 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    Boasting a balcony with garden views, this villa also features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

  • King Room
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 38 sqm (409 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • King Room with Fireplace and Roll-in Shower
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 39 sqm (420 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker and a wardrobe. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • House, 1 King Bed (Pacific)
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Features a private patio</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Suite (Big Sur Forest Shower)
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) 58 m2 (624 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>619-sq-foot room, patio with hill views </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Suite with Hot Tub and View
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 72 sqm (775 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The spacious suite offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

  • Suite, Bathtub (vista Hot Tub)
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) 72 m2 (775 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>773-sq-foot room with a patio </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Villa, 1 King Bed (Big Sur)
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) 86 m2 (926 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>930-sq-foot room with a patio </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Suite, 1 King Bed (Big Sur)
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) 58 m2 (624 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>619-sq-foot room with a patio </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Espresso maker, minibar (fees may apply), room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Suite, 1 King Bed (Coast House)
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Features a private patio</p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with espresso maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Suite with Hot Tub
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 46 sqm (495 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    This suite has air conditioning, a mini-bar, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.

About the property

Luxurious Hillside Retreat

Spectacular Views: Indulge in breathtaking views of the forest, ocean, meadow, or canyon from your private balcony or patio equipped with binoculars and walking sticks. Some rooms even offer hot tubs and fireplaces for a truly relaxing experience.

Relaxation and Dining: Unwind in the Japanese hot baths, enjoy a meal at The Sur House restaurant, and sip cocktails at The Sur House Terrace and Bar while taking in the ocean vistas.

Activities and Amenities: Stay active in the fitness centre, join complimentary yoga classes, or explore the Glass House Gallery. With easy access to nearby attractions and activities like hiking and whale watching, Ventana Inn & Spa offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Book your stay at Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort for an unforgettable getaway.

Description from provider (LiteAPI). Not generated or paraphrased.

Stay details

Check-out
11:00 AM
Pets
Not permitted
Children
Welcome
Parking
FREE

Weather in Big Sur

1 clear of 7 days · best run 7 days

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Property data from RouteStack and LiteAPI, including photos, facilities, rooms, policies and sentiment analysis. Star rating is provider-supplied. Guest rating shown only when a review count is available — never invented. No price is shown without a live quote. No awards are claimed that are not in the provider record. Weather data from ERA5 reanalysis (Open-Meteo); almanac figures are 8-year historical likelihoods, not forecasts. All model logic is on our methodology page.