Alila Ventana Big Sur
An adults-only, all-inclusive retreat on 160 acres high above the Big Sur coast, with redwood-clad rooms, Japanese bathhouses, the Sur House restaurant and Pacific views.
L’Auberge Carmel
A 20-room Relais & Châteaux inn in a 1929 building in the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea, home to the Michelin-recognised Aubergine and four blocks from Carmel Beach.
Bernardus Lodge & Spa
A wine country lodge among the vineyards of Carmel Valley, with fireplace suites, Lucia Restaurant & Bar, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool facing the Santa Lucia Mountains.
Carmel Valley Ranch
An all-suite resort on 500 acres of oak-covered hills in Carmel Valley, with a Pete Dye golf course, vineyards, Spa Aiyana, several pools and artisan-led activities.
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A waterfront hotel on Cannery Row built right over Monterey Bay, with rooms looking out to sea otters and kayakers, an oceanfront restaurant and a rooftop spa.
InterContinental The Clement Monterey
A waterfront InterContinental on Cannery Row, next door to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, with bay-view rooms, an outdoor heated pool, a spa and C Restaurant + Bar.