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Extraordinary Places Await You

It's time to make new favorite memories

Spectacular natural beauty. Legendary golf courses. Acclaimed wineries, renowned restaurants, and some of the world’s most remarkable resorts. Welcome to Monterey County!  Enjoy your Virtuoso amenities at spectacular properties. Wherever you choose to stay, you’ll receive highly-personalized service to help you create memory-making experiences – a round of golf at Spanish Bay, a breathtaking drive on Highway 1, or a gourmet sunset picnic at Carmel Beach.

Featured accommodations and activities

WHERE TO STAY?

Carmel Valley Ranch — With gorgeous fireplaces, private decks, and aromatherapy bath amenities, Carmel Valley Ranch offers an unprecedented getaway in the heart of award-winning Monterey County wine country. Renowned dining paired with restorative spas and elegant pools turn this resort into an extraordinary getaway.

Post Ranch Inn — Tucked away in stunning Big Sur, the rooms at Post Ranch Inn offer incredible views of the dramatic coastal cliffs of California’s central coast. With rejuvenating spas and infinity pools perched upon Big Sur's famed coastline, Post Ranch Inn is the ideal getaway for romance and rejuvenation.

Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort — Realign body and spirit at Ventana Big Sur, where 160 forested acres of rugged Pacific Coast allow for an unparalleled escape from the mundane. Private sanctuaries and remarkable gathering spaces makes it the ideal property for a solitary or social getaway.

Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach Resorts — Situated between the first and second holes of the world-renowned Pebble Beach Golf Links, this elegant Mediterranean resort offers 24 private rooms that redefine luxury and romance.


Virtuoso Exclusive Amenities:
  • Upgrade upon arrival, if available
  • Early check-in and late checkout, if available
  • Breakfast daily for two
  • $100 resort credit, per stay
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
 
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Work out in Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort’s fitness room or go for a swim, and follow it with a Japanese hot bath. Ease into the evening with a daily wine and cheese reception.
Work out in Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort’s fitness room or go for a swim, and follow it with a Japanese hot bath. Ease into the evening with a daily wine and cheese reception.

WHERE TO EAT?

 
Aubergine at L'Auberge Carmel, Relais & Châteaux — Recently awarded a Michelin star, Aubergine's Chef Cogley, a Relais & Châteaux grand chef, and pastry chef Yulanda Santos prepare skillful, ingredient-driven cuisine that celebrates the bounty of the region.​

Sierra Mar at Post Ranch Inn — Emphasizing food creations with a sense of place and culture, Sierra Mar offers a luxurious dining experience, prioritizing seasonal and locally-sourced menus. The breathtaking views are a nice bonus too!

The Bench at Pebble Beach — Sample an eclectic menu inspired by global culinary styles at this Pebble Beach restaurant. And if you’re a cocktail connoisseur, The Bench offers an innovative range of top-shelf mixed drinks.

The Sur House at Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort — Dine on coastal cuisine using Pacific-sourced seafood delivered by local fishermen, free-range meats from local farmers, and produce from nearby foragers.

Valley Kitchen at Carmel Valley Ranch — With its own salt house, goats, chickens, bees, and organic garden, Valley Kitchen embodies the ranch's homegrown values and light-hearted spirit.

Carmel Valley Ranch’s award-winning executive chef Tim Wood uses a hand-crafted, homegrown approach to food with ingredients grown on the property.
Carmel Valley Ranch’s award-winning executive chef Tim Wood uses a hand-crafted, homegrown approach to food with ingredients grown on the property.

WHAT TO DO?

Wine tasting — An escape to Monterey County isn’t complete without wine. Luxury wineries throughout the area, such as Bernardus Winery, feature intimate experiences that redefine California wine tasting.

Shopping on Ocean Ave — Shop high-end boutiques, galleries, antique sellers, and fine jewelery in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Monterey Car Week — Every August, this weeklong marathon of luxury car-related events takes place around Monterey County, highlighting some of the most notable and elegant vehicles in the world.

GourmetFest in Carmel — Occuring every March, this four-day epicurean paradise touts a roster of famed French chefs and a selection of world-famous varietals.

Pebble Beach Food & Wine — Delight in the culinary experience of a lifetime every April, where over 75 celebrity chefs and over 250 wineries congregate for a four-day gourmand adventure featuring tastings and cooking demonstrations.
 

Monterey Car Week is not to be missed. This special automotive week is full of exciting events, auto shows, rallies, concours, and car auctions.
Monterey Car Week is not to be missed. This special automotive week is full of exciting events, auto shows, rallies, concours, and car auctions.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Discover extraordinary Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays on the River Road Wine Trail.
  • Treat yourself to a flotation wrap or 24-karat gold facial at The Spa at Pebble Beach.
  • Play the legendary links of Pebble Beach, Spanish Bay, and Spyglass Hill.
  • Dine high atop the cliffs at Sierra Mar, winner of the prestigious Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.
  • Visit historic landmarks like the Carmel Mission, Point Pinos Lighthouse, and John Steinbeck’s Salinas childhood home.
  • Admire endless Pacific views from your private infinity pool at Post Ranch Inn.
  • Stroll the soft white sands of dog-friendly Carmel Beach.
  • Hit must-see Monterey attractions like Monterey Bay Aquarium, Old Fisherman’s Wharf, and Cannery Row.  

Expert Tip

Connect with nature while you enjoy luxurious resort amenities! Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort offers two Glampsites with Safari-style canvas tents, premium beds and linens, a Bath House with teak-enclosed showers and heated floors, wine and cheese hour, and personally-crafted picnic baskets.
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