Post Ranch Inn

Unique Accommodations Include King Beds, Fireplaces, Private Decks, Massage Tables, Spa Tubs, Stereo Systems- All First Class Amenities With Panoramic Ocean Or Mountain Views. Sierra Mar Restaurant, A Glass Structure, Features Regional Californian Cuisine Complemented By A Wine Spectator Award-Winning Wine List. The Menu For The Four-Course Prix Fix Dinners Changes Nightly. There Are Heated Swimming And Basking Pools. Activities Include Nature Hikes, Spa Treatments, Yoga, Star-Gazing Lectures, And Saturday Gatherings.

Dining

The Sierra Mar Restaurant is perched over one of the most spectacular views in history.

The restaurant boasts one of the most inventive menus in California with multiple awards for best cuisine. The wine list is also notable for its breadth and spirit.

Restaurant Hours:

8:30am - 10:30am - Complimentary continental buffet breakfast available to inn guests only.

10:30am - 2pm - Picnic luncheon baskets available to inn guests daily.

12:00pm to 4pm - Lunch and light appetizers open to the public.

5:30pm to 9pm - Dinner open to the public. Reservations are required. Four-course prix fixe menu changed daily. (A la carte option available)

Guest Rooms and Amenities 

Each of the thirty rooms has a king size bed, fireplace, pull-out massage table, and indoor spa tub. Robes, hair dryer, coffee maker, walking sticks and a refrigerator stocked with complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are also provided. There are no televisions to disturb the serenity of the resort. Music is available from an in-room CD and cassette stereo with 30 channel DMX satellite music system.

"They fill in the spaces between the sea cliffs, mountains, trees and sky with elements as natural and as peaceful as the land."

Directions

The Post Ranch Inn is located on the Big Sur Coast, between San Luis Obispo and Monterey - off of Highway 1, just 30 miles south of Carmel, California.

Located 360 miles north of Los Angeles, and 150 miles south of San Francisco, the nearest airport is Monterey (about 1 hour driving distance).

The Community

Today a community of under 1,400 residents, Big Sur is set among the ridges of the rolling Ventana Mountains at the edge of the Pacific Ocean. Long known for its dramatic coastline and rugged beauty, Big Sur has historically drawn people searching for new horizons and communion with the elements.

Surrounding Area

Hotel Located On Highway 1, 311 Miles North Of Los Angeles, 150 Miles South Of San Francisco, 28 Miles South Of Carmel.

- Monterey Distance- 36 Miles Taxi Fare- 75.00 Usd - Approximate Limousine- 60.00 Usd Per Hour, Sub To Chg

- San Jose Distance- 90 Miles Taxi Fare- 130.00 Usd - Approximate

- Train Station/salinas Distance- 50 Miles Taxi Fare- 85.00 Usd - Approximate

- Car Rental/monterey Distance- 38 Miles Taxi Fare- 75.00 Usd - Approximate

- City Center/carmel Distance- 34 Miles Taxi Fare- 65.00 Usd - Approximate

- Business District/carmel Distance- 34 Miles Taxi Fare- 65.00 Usd - Approximate

- Shopping District/carmel Distance- 34 Miles Taxi Fare- 65.00 Usd - Approximate

- From San Francisco... Take Highway 101 South To Highway 156 West. From 156 Take Highway 1 South To Big Sur. Hotel Is Located On West Side Of Highway Across From Ventana Inn.

- From Monterey Airport... Turn Right Onto Highway 68 From Olmstead Road. Follow Signs To Highway 1 South, Big Sur. Stay On Highway 1 South Through Carmel, Approximately 33 Miles, Turn Right Onto The Entrance Of Post Ranch Inn, Across The Highway From Ventana Inn Entrance.

Room Types

Std...middle Butterfly Room. Situated In The Butterfly Building. King Bed. Wood Burning Fireplace. Mountain And Redwood View. Private Deck. Entrance Up A Short Flight Of Stairs. In-Room Hot Tub With Jets. No Tv. Cd/stereo System With 30 Stations Of Satellite Music. Non-Alcoholic Minibar. Window Seat Which Can Be Converted Into A Single Bed. No Children In This Room.

Sup...lower Butterfly Room. Situated In The Butterfly House. King Bed. Wood Burning Fireplace. Mountain And Redwood View. Private Deck. In-Room Hot Tub With Jets. No Tv. Cd/stereo System With 30 Stations Of Satellite Music. Non-Alcoholic Minibar. No Chidren In This Room.

Dlx...upper Butterfly Room. King Bed. Mountain And Redwood View. Situated In The Butterfly House. Private Deck. Entrance Up A Short Flight Of Stairs. In-Room Hot Tub With Jets. No Tv. Cd/stereo System With 30 Stations Of Satellite Music. Non-Alcoholic Minibar. Window Seat That Can Be Converted Into A Single Bed. Adults Only In This Room.

Jnr...triangular Tree House Room In Stilted Building. King Bed In Center Of Room. Window Seat, Fireplace And Desk In Corners Of Room. Private Deck. Forest And Mountain View. In-Room Hot Tub With Jets. No Tv. Cd/stereo System With 30 Stations Of Satellite Music. Non-Alcoholic Minibar. Adults Only In This Room.

Bs1...lower Coast House. Lower Floor Of Two Story Circular Building, Blending In With Nearby Redwood Trees. Separate Entrance. Leather Couch And Coffee Table In Front Of Open Fireplace. Ocean Views From Bed, Sofa, Tub, And Fan-Shaped Terrace. In-Room Hot Tub With Jets. No Tv. Cd Stereo System With 30 Stations Of Satellite Music. Non-Alcoholic Minibar. No Children In This Room.

As1...upper Coast House. Upper Floor Of Two Story Circular Building, Blending In With Nearby Redwood Trees. Separate Entrance. Leather Couch And Coffee Table In Front Of Open Fireplace. Ocean Views From Bed, Sofa, Tub, And Fan-Shaped Terrace. In-Room Hot Tub With Jets. No Tv. Cd Stereo System With 30 Stations Of Piped Music. Non-Alcoholic Mini Bar. No Children In This Room.

*Guest Room Features- - King Size Bed - Wood Burning Fireplace - Balcony/patio - In-Room Spa Tub - Massage Table - Dmx/cd Player - Bowl Of Fruit - Umbrella - Laundry Bab - Mesh Carry-All Bag - Coffee Maker With Decaf And Regular Coffee - Hot Wat Maker For Cocoa And Assorted Teas - In-Room Safe - Complimentary Minibar/non-Alcoholic - Hair Dryer - Loveseat Or Day Bed - Binoculars - Walking Sticks - Iron And Ironing Board - Hangers/robes/slippers

*Guest Bathroom Features- - Hair Dryer - Bath Robes - Slippers - Shampoo - Conditioner - Body Lotion - 15 Spf Sunscreen - Cotton Balls - Shower Cap - Bath Salts - Shoe Mitt - Lavender Soap - Tea Candles - Loofah - Cotton Swabs - Step Stool For Spa Tub Access

Property Information

- Property Type- Resort - Year Built- 1992 - Number Of Rooms- 30 - Connecting Rooms- 0 - Pets Are Not Allowed - Secured Outdoor Parking - Room Service- - Elevators- 0 - Parking- Yes - All Rooms And Facilities Non-Smoking - Handicapped Rooms- 1 - All Rooms Accommodate 1-2 People, Only Certain Rooms Will Accomodate A Third Person. Children Are Not Allowed In The Rooms Or On Property, Except In The Restaurant For Lunch Nd Dinner Only.

*Meeeting/banquets- - The Sierra Mar Restaurant Is Available For Small Groups, Meetings, And Weddings By Pre-Arrangement Only.

*Shops- - Gift Shop/mercantile

- Beach/horseback Riding/whale Watching - Fitness Room- Crosstrainer, Stair Stepper, Bicycle, Free Weights, Universal Weight Machine, Plyo-Balls, And Weighted Bars - Outdoor Lap Pool/basking Pool - Game Room- Board Games, Magazines, Books, Television/vcr- Limited Satelite Feed - Hiking- 3 State Parks Within 7 Miles - Spa Services- Massage, Body Polishes, Facials, Herbal Wraps, Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Yoga, Private Hikes- Available Advanced Reservations Required. Rates Starting At 85.00 Usd Per Hour.

*Spa Services - Massage/aromatherapy Massage - Facials/aromatherapy/men*S - Herbal Wraps - Reflexology - Body Polish - Hot Stone Therapy - Private Yoga - Private Guided Hikes - Massages Done In-Room Or In-Spa 12hr Cancellation Policy On Spa Services

*Fitness Room - Treadmill - Lifecycle - Crosstrainer - Universal Weight Machine - Weighted Bars - Free Weights - Plyoballs

- Concierge - Daily Maid Service - Daily Newspaper - Fax Service- Charge - Guest Services - Phone Service- Charge - Room Service- , Charge -No Charge For Breakfast- - Turndown Service - Wake Up Call

*Technical Equipment- - Tv/vcr In Game Room. Use By Appointment Only.

The following credit cards are accepted: AX,CA,VI. - Mobil 4 Star Award - Conde Naste- Gold List - Zagat Survey - Monterey County Environmental Achievement - Coastal Living Environmental Achievement hotel rating.