Alila Ventana Big Sur
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Alila Ventana Big Sur is a place for seekers, visionaries, and romantics, set in the heart of Big Sur along California’s rugged Central Coast. Perched on the edge of the continent overlooking the majestic Pacific coastline, this intimate 54-room resort is nestled among towering old-growth redwoods, offering serene views of both forest and the Pacific Ocean. Spa Alila serves as a sanctuary for restoration, blending the healing elements of earth and ocean through a curated menu of treatments, including energy healing, reiki, chakra alignment, and more. At The Sur House, guests enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired, California-driven culinary experience, where locally sourced ingredients—including produce from the resort’s organic garden and the freshest seasonal bounty—shape seasonal menus best enjoyed over sweeping views of the ocean and forests that surround. The resort’s one-of-a-kind Alila Experiences provide opportunities to discover outward adventures that inspire the mind, body, and soul.
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