Overview

Built in 1916, this hotel is situated in a pine forest at the gateway to Big Sur and has hosted many celebrities, including John Travolta, Tony Bennett and Oprah Winfrey. The rooms are top-notch, with subdued lighting and breathtaking views of the ocean. Especially gorgeous is the view from the restaurant, where you can listen to jazz while gazing out over the waves below. Upon entering the atrium-style lobby with its polished wooden columns and dark blue glass, you will be at home away from home.