Big Sur
Ninety miles of coast where the Santa Lucia range drops straight into the sea, with redwood canyons folded into the cliffs.
Monterey County · California36.27° N, 121.81° W
About Big Sur
There is little phone signal, few towns and a great deal of fog, which is much of the appeal. Highway 1 closes for landslides from time to time, so check the route before you set out.
Where to stay
Each with an honest health profile: what is confirmed, what the hotel says, and what we have not reviewed yet.
Big Sur · California
Post Ranch Inn
Redwood and stone houses above the Pacific; the inn says its materials are low-emitting.
4 hotel-reported21 of 25 not yet reviewed
Big Sur · California
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Cedar rooms among redwoods and meadow, with meals included and Japanese baths.
Profile in progressnot met: fireplaces, some rooms24 of 25 not yet reviewed