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Overview

Built into the cliffs of Big Sur, Post Ranch Inn has an organic architecture that envelops guests in a sanctuary of serene, natural luxury. Surrounded by redwoods, the adult-only hotel is considered one of the most beautiful in the world and offers guests an unplugged no TVs or alarm clocks in the rooms respite from the city.

Thoughtful amenities are abundant at Post Ranch Inn. A shaman is on staff at the award-winning spa that makes products from flowers picked on the estate. Free morning yoga, stargazing, and nature hikes are offered. In addition to a lap pool, the hotel offers two stunning cliff-top “hot basking pools” maintained at 104 degrees, one lined with jade, the other stainless steel.

Offering guests complete seclusion, each room boasts breathtaking views of the ocean during the day, while at night guests have an unobstructed view of the starry sky through the floor-to-ceiling windows. With a minibar stocked with snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, the rooms also feature radiant floor heating, cozy fireplaces, and private decks.

Known as one of Big Sur’s best restaurants, the hotel’s Sierra Mar is a ranch-style restaurant offering California fare sprinkled with Mediterranean and French influences, all against the backdrop of sweeping mountain, ocean, and cliff views. The restaurant bar excels in trendy, yet timeless cocktails like its lavender martini, made with ingredients from the organic garden. If guests don’t want to tear themselves away from their accommodations, room service is available.

Easy to get to from several major cities, Post Ranch Inn is 150 miles south of San Francisco, 330 miles north of Los Angeles, and about 30 miles from the closest airport in Monterey. Guests driving in from the north will experience the famed Highway 1, which follows the cliff’s edge.

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Amenities at Post Ranch Inn

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  • Coffee machine
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Parking
  • Spa
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out

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Location

47900 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

What's nearby

  • Hawthorne Gallery0.8 mi
  • Henry Miller Memorial Library1.1 mi
  • Big Sur Station1.3 mi
  • Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park2 mi
  • Pfeiffer Beach2.7 mi
  • Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park7.3 mi
  • McWay Falls7.4 mi
  • Oliver Observing Station8.4 mi
  • Point Sur Lighthouse8.9 mi
  • Point Sur Lightstation State Historic Park9 mi
  • Coast Galleries15.6 mi

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Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

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Essential information about Post Ranch Inn

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January
October
$3,369
$2,803
Cheapest month to stay with an average 16% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 69% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Post Ranch Inn?

The cheapest month to stay at Post Ranch Inn is November, with an average nightly rate of $2,194. The most expensive month is April at $2,803 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Post Ranch Inn?

The cheapest day to book Post Ranch Inn is Monday, with an average nightly rate of $2,803. The most expensive day is Thursday at $4,359 per night.

How far in advance should you book Post Ranch Inn?

To get the best price at Post Ranch Inn, book around 5 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 21% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Post Ranch Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Post Ranch Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Post Ranch Inn, plan to stay on a Monday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Post Ranch Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $2,526, while the most expensive was $2,803.
  • How long should you stay at Post Ranch Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Post Ranch Inn

  • What are some of the available attractions at the Post Ranch Inn?

    Art lovers will enjoy The Post Gallery & Sculpture Garden, where they can admire artwork from local Big Sur artists as well as international artists, and you will find diverse work such as sculptures, jewellery, and photographs. If you love plants, join the Post Ranch Inn’s gardener on the Edible Tour of Chef’s Garden, as he takes you on a 30m tour where you will learn about the inn’s specialty crops and their growing techniques, and you will even get to taste some of them. Finally, car lovers have their share of the fun too, as the inn has a number of Lexus cars available for guests to use during their stay.

  • Does the Post Ranch Inn have any special offers for couples on their honeymoon?

    The Post Ranch Inn has 3 Honeymoon Packages available for couple to choose from, ranging from 2 to 5 nights in length, all including champagne in the room on arrival, breakfast and one or two 4-course dinners at the renowned Sierra Mar restaurant, as well as a spa treatment experience. All the packages are fully customizable, making it easy for you to add or modify one of the activities or extend the number of nights spent at the inn.

  • What are some of the special spa treatments on offer at the Post Ranch Inn?

    You can book a Shaman Session which has the aim of aligning your ideal destiny with your energy, and lasts 1h for one person, or 1h and 30m for two persons. Alternatively, you can book a Fire Ceremony or a Drum Journey session, both of which include a Shaman Session, and both of which last 1h and 30m for one person, and 2h for two persons.

  • Does the Post Ranch Inn have any shops on site?

    The Mercantile is the only shop located at the Post Ranch Inn and offers products that you will use or experience during your stay at the inn, such as organic linens that are made locally, bath and spa products, homeware, as well as the inn’s own branded apparel. The shop is open daily from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm, but they also have an online store in case you feel nostalgic a few months after your stay or run out of that Body Lotion you bought.

  • How can I organize an event at the Post Ranch Inn?

    If you are looking to organize a private event such as a birthday or a celebration, you can do so at the Sierra Mar restaurant at the Post Ranch Inn. To book the event, you need to send a request form using the inn’s website including the date of the event and the number of attendees, and you will then be able to choose from a number of options regarding food and drinks. If you wish to have a cake at your event, the pastry team at the restaurant can also create custom cakes on request.(Prices checked 07/05/19).

  • Where is Post Ranch Inn located?

    Post Ranch Inn is located at 47900 Highway 1, 3.5 miles from the center of Big Sur. Hawthorne Gallery is the closest landmark to Post Ranch Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Post Ranch Inn?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Post Ranch Inn.

  • How far is Post Ranch Inn from the airport?

    Post Ranch Inn is 25 miles from Monterey Regional. Post Ranch Inn is 78.7 miles from San Jose.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Post Ranch Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Post Ranch Inn and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Post Ranch Inn.

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3.5 mi
Monterey Regional
25.0 mi