For savvy Californians, Big Sur and Ventana have long been synonymous. Perched 1,200 feet above one of the most dramatic stretches of the state’s Central Coast, this adults-only, rustically romantic resort has just completed a multimillion-dollar transformation. Ventana Big Sur, An Alila Resort has 54 guest rooms and suites on 160 acres of redwood forests and meadows, each with a private balcony or patio (book a Big Sur Spa Suite for a private hot tub). The Culinary Team works with local farmers to create coastal cuisine from sustainable ingredients for The Sur House restaurant. Relish the essence of this iconic region.