Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

This was the sunset that painted the sky our first night at Post Ranch. We took this picture from the outdoor patio of our room.
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#2 of 9 hotels in Big Sur
Location
5.0
Rooms
4.8
Value
4.2
Cleanliness
4.9
Service
4.8
Sleep Quality
4.8
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Welcome to Post Ranch Inn, your Big Sur “home away from home.” Post Ranch Inn aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.

Given the close proximity to Seal Beach Scenic Overlook (2.7 mi), guests of Post Ranch Hotel can easily experience one of Big Sur's most popular landmarks.

Rooms at Post Ranch Hotel provide air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a minibar, and guests can stay connected with free wifi.

In addition, while staying at Post Ranch Inn guests have access to a concierge and room service. You can also enjoy a pool and free breakfast. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Post Ranch Hotel.

Travelers looking to enjoy some crab can head to Sierra Mar, The Sur House, or Deetjen's Big Sur Inn Restaurant.

Looking to explore? Then look no further than Hawthorne Gallery (0.9 mi), which is a popular Big Sur attraction – and it is conveniently located within walking distance of the hotel.

Post Ranch Inn puts the best of Big Sur at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Free breakfast
Hiking
Spa
Baggage storage
Parking
Wifi
Hot tub
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Massage
Concierge
Gift shop
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Minibar
Refrigerator
Complimentary toiletries
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Telephone
Laptop safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Good to know
HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles1,808 reviews
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Nestled along the California coast, Post Ranch Inn garners praise for its cleanliness and the tranquility of its location, offering guests a magical and harmonious atmosphere. While many travelers find the rooms luxurious with breathtaking views, some feel they do not merit the premium cost. The hotel's service is often lauded as warm and professional, yet there are occasional mentions of inconsistency. Amenities are a highlight, with a range of activities and luxurious accommodations that complement the serene setting, though questions about value persist among guests.
Location
Picturesque
Atmosphere
Tranquil
Rooms
Comfortable
Value
Expensive
Cleanliness
Pristine
Service
Inconsistent
Amenities
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The Discerning P wrote a review Aug 2024
4.0 of 5 bubbles
First, the positives: The restaurant was flawless. Each and every plate was perfection, from seating us in the seat that held nostalgic importance to us, down to the warm, fresh, delicious bread. It is rare to have a tasting menu this perfect where each and every bite is exceptional. Even the breakfast was wonderful.

Second, the not so positives: The most glaringly disappointing experience was being told upon check-out that we were welcome to enjoy the property for the remainder of the day, when in fact, we were made to feel very in welcome. When I mentioned that we wanted to stay on site to watch the sunset, and needed to leave immediately after, we were met with frowns and very obvious disapproval. I was shocked. If they want us to leave, please don’t extend an invitation.

For the amount of money they charge per night, the welcome glass of wine should not be overlooked as it was with us, the pools should maintain the “no cell phone use” policy (we suffered through a Texan screaming on business calls while trying to relax at the pool), and staff should go above and beyond for the guests. In our experience, we needed to chase down staff for any help, and then we needed to practice a lot of patience.

At the lap pool, there are lukewarm drinks (the fridge barely cools them), and there is no ice. In order to get any food or drink you need to call the restaurant, and it took over 45 minutes to get ice brought down. I had to ask twice, and actually gave up on the first day. They really need an ice machine or the very least, cold drinks available by the pool.

In addition, for the price of the stay, one should not be in a room with someone on top of them, where footsteps and loud voices can be heard to disturb the romantic setting of the view.

Overall, the view can’t be beat, but the rooms are grossly overpriced, and the service is not matching the price. Dining at the restaurant, however, is highly recommended.
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Date of stay: August 2024
2.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
3.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
3.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: There was garbage around the lap pool that was not cleaned in over two days.and unwelcoming staff...
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Response from B P, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Aug 16, 2024
Dear The Discerning P, Greetings from Big Sur and thank you for providing your thoughtful review. As a leadership team, we place great value in the feedback shared by our guests as it provides us with a glimpse of what is most enjoyed while settled in with us, as well as where opportunity may exist to elevate the experience even more. Your accolades of your Sierra Mar visits will be shared with our service and culinary colleagues, and we are thrilled to learn that your culinary journey was so enjoyed. Your added remarks regarding your arrival and departure experiences leave us concerned as we fully believe the welcome sets the stage for a visit well-enjoyed. We apologize if a glass of wine was not offered as we worked to get you settled, a detail we appreciate calling to our attention. As you noted about your own experience, a peaceful enclave is what guests expect most of us and with that in mind, property access is maintained to guests of that evening, though extending a visit with a dinner reservation on the day of departure would provide the opportunity to take in the sunset from the Sierra Mar terrace. We apologize if this was not better communicated, and we thank you for calling attention to the confusion. We appreciate the added feedback shared within your review and when you next join us, as we hope you will, we encourage you to explore our Ocean House guest rooms which are independent dwellings, providing ample privacy and the most spectacular ocean views. If we can ever assist in planning your return, we invite you to be in touch. In the spirit of hospitality, Tim Lee General Manager
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Chris M wrote a review Oct 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed at Post Ranch Inn for my wife's birthday. It offers a truly unparalleled experience, combining breathtaking views of the Big Sur coastline with luxurious, eco-friendly accommodations. With amenities like infinity pools, a lap pool, spa treatments, yoga classes, nature walks, sound baths, and even falconry, Post Ranch Inn offers a deeply relaxing and tranquil atmosphere. The entire staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive, especially at reception and Lexus driver service, which made our stay all the more enjoyable. Our dinners/breakfasts at Sierra Mar were a fantastic experience (food, wine, service, views), and we appreciated the unhurried pace, allowing us to savor both the food and the incredible views. With pools open 24 hours, we could enjoy sunrise, sunset, or stargazing whenever we wanted. We’ll definitely be back!
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Date of stay: October 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from B P, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Oct 28, 2024
Dear Chris M, Happy Birthday once again to your wife and thank you once more for allowing Post Ranch Inn to serve as the host for your celebratory retreat. We are thrilled to know that the many amenities and experiences available provided you both the opportunity to soak in magical spirit that embodies the Big Sur coastline, and we appreciate the thoughtful feedback regarding the warm welcome provided by our team. Your added feedback regarding your Sierra Mar dining experiences will be shared with our culinary and service colleagues in the dining room and we appreciate you shining a light on that experience as well. On behalf of all of us, the pleasure was fully ours and we fully support your notion of a return. If we can ever assist in planning your return, we invite you to be in touch. In the spirit of hospitality, Tim Lee General Manager
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tina wrote a review Dec 2022
New Jersey
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The Post Ranch Inn is tucked away off the side of the PCH, and if you're not looking for it, you can completely pass the entrance. You pull into the driveway, and up to the reception desk, where your magical stay starts. We were offered a choice of different (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) refreshing beverages, given maps of the property and our keys. Our car was valet parked, and they had loaded our luggage into one of the property's Lexus vehicles. We were whisked on a tour of the property and up to our house. The property is absolute sustainable and eco-luxury. Our room was stocked with fresh fruit, mixed nuts, chocolate, cookies, cheese and crackers, non-alcoholic beverages, and two 1/2 bottles of wine, one red, one white. We had a beautiful view through the trees to the Pacific Ocean (our room was one of the Upper Coast Tree and Ocean view). The terrace was quiet and private, and we had coffee out there watching the sun rise in the morning, and wine and cheese watching the sunset in the evenings. The property has a fitness room, a lap pool, 2 "basking" pools (big hot tubs set on the cliff overlooking the ocean). There is an art gallery and a small mercantile shop. We took part in some of the complimentary activities, and went on some small hikes around the property. The breakfast is delicious, although they could/should change the menu so you're not choosing from the same thing each day. Lunch we had delivered to the pool, and while not inexpensive, it was served hot and with everything we needed, and we only had to call from the "house" phone and order. Dinner is in the Sierra Mar restaurant overlooking the ocean, although after sunset, all you see is darkness. The food is good, although I feel that the 4 course menu at $145 per person is a bit much. Maybe an a la carte menu should be offered as well....It's too much food and it was the only part of the experience that was just 'okay'. We ate dinner at a different restaurant one night, and it was much better and much less expensive, and much less food! The room was big and comfortable, with a real wood burning fireplace. My only suggestion is to ask about the shower/bath situation if you have trouble climbing over the edge of a deep soaking tub. The tub is fabulous for a soak, (and watch the sunset !), but climbing into it every day to take a shower was a bit much even with the provided step stool. Would have been better to have a walk in shower. If it's a clear night you can see every star in the sky. Every staff person was SO nice and knowledgeable and I would not hesitate to recommend the Post Ranch Inn if you want the best relaxation and digital detox! We will be back !
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Date of stay: November 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Room Tip: Make sure you get a house with an ocean view if that is what you are looking for. Not all houses...
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Response from Tim Lee, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Dec 16, 2022
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. Post Ranch is dedicated to providing a magical stay and we are happy to hear that you will be back! We look forward to your return when your travel brings you back to Big Sur. Happy Holidays! Tim Lee General Manager Post Ranch Inn
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Joaquin C wrote a review Nov 2024
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Post Ranch Inn - Disappointing Experience

On November 13th and 14th, my wife and I stayed at the Post Ranch Inn as part of an anniversary trip. Unfortunately, our experience fell far short of the expectations one would have for a hotel of this category and price.

Upon arrival, we found that the assigned room did not have an ocean view, something we had specifically requested. When we asked for a change, the front desk staff offered us another room with an ocean view for an additional $750. Reluctantly, and given the circumstances, we agreed. However, the new room, while it did have an ocean view, was surprisingly basic considering the price we were paying.

The next night, things took a turn for the worse. Shortly after midnight, a power outage caused the thermostat to turn on and off repeatedly, producing a disruptive noise that kept us awake all night. When I tried to call the front desk for assistance, I discovered the phone wasn’t working because the power outage had also affected it. To make matters worse, the power cut also disrupted the water supply, rendering the sink, shower, and toilet unusable. This created an extremely uncomfortable situation, as I had to use the bathroom during the night without being able to flush, which left the room and bathroom with an unpleasant odor.

Unable to sleep or use our room, we decided to leave and head to the main restaurant. To our dismay, we were told there would be no breakfast service, only coffee and bread. Furthermore, other hotel facilities, such as the spa and gym, were also out of service due to the power outage.

Frustrated, we opted to check out early. This process was chaotic, as the lack of power made it even more complicated.

We understand that power outages and other incidents may be beyond the hotel’s control. However, for a hotel charging $2,000 per night, we expected them to have backup generators or contingency plans to handle such situations.

In summary, we couldn’t sleep, we couldn’t use the hotel’s facilities, we couldn’t have breakfast, and we ended up in a room we didn’t initially want. When we requested compensation through our travel agent, the hotel’s response was simply that these were “uncontrollable circumstances.”

For all these reasons, I do not recommend staying at the Post Ranch Inn. There are much better options in the area with better service and more reasonable prices, such as the hotel located just across the street.

In my opinion, the services and facilities at the Post Ranch Inn do not justify their exorbitant prices.
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from B P, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Nov 27, 2024
Dear Joaquin, Happy anniversary once again and greetings from all of us at the Ranch. The comments shared regarding your room leave us concerned as the confirmation email provided at the time of reservation detailed the room category selected, along with the rate. Understanding your disappointment upon arrival, our team then provided an upgrade through seven different room categories, ultimately assigning you to one of our magnificent Upper Coast Rooms. We hoped our waiving of the upgrade fees would illustrate our desire to ensure your anniversary retreat was magical and we apologize if you thought the upgrade fees were being applied, as we did waive those from the beginning. We regret that your visit coincided with the isolated power outage that impacted the entirety of greater Big Sur. As your comments note the outage lasted for eight or so hours during the overnight and into the morning hours. While this provided a bit of a challenge, our team quickly responded to make the best of the situation, providing freshly squeezed juices, pastries, and other morning treats for each of our guests. As we hope you recall, additional concessions were provided on your final bill for the inconvenience, and we once again regret if this impacted your visit. We are saddened that our many efforts and concessions fell short in showcasing our desire to make the best of these unplanned challenges and earned us your multiple reviews, We remain happy to further discuss any concerns, and we hope we one day have the chance to welcome you again. In the spirit of hospitality, Tim Lee General Manager
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shahamian wrote a review Sep 2024
Carmel, California
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The management, team , security team, food and beverage are top notch . The rooms are stunning. The food is incredible. The Post Ranch is a special place . From DJ to the front desk to the GM . We stay here often. What we especially appreciate and adore is how private the hotel feels. If you are only dining at Post we appreciate the hotel supports the paying hotel guests privacy by not allowing lunch and dinner guests to wander. We experienced so many influencers during our travels this year and frankly adore that Post keeps our privacy as well as the others.
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Date of stay: September 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip: If you have the opportunity and means to stay here you will not be disappointed
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Response from B P, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Sep 23, 2024
Thank you, shahamian. We were delighted to welcome you and yours to our coastal abode and we thank you for taking the time to pass along your review. As your comments note, we take great joy in ensuring that our restaurant guests enjoy the panoramic views for which our property is known, while also balancing the privacy of our overnight guests. We want everyone to depart the Ranch feeling the magic and we are humbled to know that this has certainly occurred for you and yours. We thank you for being such loyal guests and we look forward to you visiting time and again for many years to come. In the spirit of hospitality, Tim Lee General Manager
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Chris wrote a review Oct 2023
Aspen, Colorado
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We arrived at the Post Ranch Inn from LA on our drive up the coast. Unfortunately, we only had one night to stay, and I wish we had another day, because this is such a special place. You can’t help but feel completely relaxed and one with nature on this amazing property. We stayed in one of the tree houses, and it felt like we were living in the forest away from everyone else. Even though we were right next to another tree house, it still felt incredibly private. Each of the ~30 rooms is situated in a way that you feel as if you’re the only guests on property. There are 2 hot infinity pools, and one of them was right near our tree house, the meditation pool. We went for a dip in the evening after dinner, and we were able to see the Milky Way, the stars were so bright.

The 160 acre property has hikes and overlooks the Big Sur coast, which is a spectacular view. There is an edible vegetable garden and yoga every morning in the yurt. Cars are not allowed on the property after guests drive up to reception. So this makes the place feel very much like a private luxury camp.

For our only evening meal, we ordered room service, and the food was delicious. We took breakfast at the restaurant, and it was also delicious.

One of the highlights of our room was the in-room wood burning fireplace. It really made the whole experience really cozy.

The rooms are very expensive, but for a night or two to get away from it all, it is a unique experience that was worth the price.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Tim Lee, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Oct 24, 2023
Dear ctsuan, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with our readers. We are pleased that you enjoyed the Tree House which are very popular, private rooms. It's nice to wake up in the morning under the tall redwood trees, your wood burning fireplace and just appreciating the sound of silence. Your next visit has to definitely be an additional 2-3 days. As you are aware, there are lots for our guests to do such as morning yoga, sound meditation in the forest, art walking tours, Falconry, Sustainability Walk, Spa treatments and more. Thank you again and we look forward to your return, Tim Lee General Manager Post Ranch Inn
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Mig K wrote a review Dec 2024
Honolulu, Hawaii
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The magic begins with Jose at the front entrance, with his contagious smile and warm greetings.
Whether it be members of the reception/front desk, guest services, concierge, dining, housekeeping, maintenance, gallery/mercantile, the general manager, they all consistently conveyed a genuine desire to ensure guests a most enjoyable stay and offered their services anytime.
The welcome atmosphere, prompt service and attention to detail is embodied by all the Post Ranch Inn team. Work performance is conducted unobtrusively and in perfect timing while guests are immersing in activities and the beautiful surroundings.
Upon returning to city life, a reflection of my incredible stay at Post Ranch Inn can only be described as “magical.” The service, accommodations, amenities, in the majestic location work harmoniously like a masterfully conducted orchestra.
The general manager has done a remarkable job.
Thank you for the magical experience. The time passed so quickly but the memories linger. A return to the Post Ranch Inn is inevitable.
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from B P, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Dec 9, 2024
Dear Mig, Your review has resulted in endless smiles throughout our greater team, and we thank you for entrusting us to host your cliffside retreat and for sharing your thorough and thoughtful review. We are humbled to read that our team impressed at every turn and that we had great success in creating an enchanting experience for you and yours. We hope your visit allowed you to explore some of our many on-site amenities, from our Sierra Mar restaurant to the Falconry program which is often a guest favorite. We strive to create memories that will long be treasured, and it warms our souls to know that this has been accomplished for you. Welcoming you back would be a joy for us all and we encourage you to be in touch if we can assist in making those plans. In the spirit of hospitality, Tim Lee General Manager
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LondonWiggies wrote a review Oct 2023
London, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sensational location and eye watering price should equal great and so it did, but in this reviewer's opinion and experience, management really need to stay on point to stay ahead. The room upper coast house was magnificent, the environment, pools and installations fantastic and the food and service was good, but not great. But the spa was average, the restaurant was rather over the top with its tasting menu, which meant second night we opted for meal in our room [which was great]. So, two examples of where it let itself down. The staff member at the restaurant was off hand when we wanted to change to in room dining and also cut us off when we were ordering. Car valet service is offered but at the end of our stay when the car came back it had been parked under trees and it was filthy- looking like it had been out in the wilds! Could it not have been cleaned or just rinsed?
We've been very fortunate to stay in many places, for example hotels in Polynesia and safari lodges in Africa where the guest experience is so overwhelming, we cry when we leave.
So, for us, just don't feel it deserves so many gushing reviews when so many hotels around the world do things even better. But still 5* and would highly recommend a coastal view stay to anyone.
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Date of stay: October 2023
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Plan ahead to book spa and experiences and meals. Need two nights really and then you can enjoy...
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Response from Tim Lee, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Oct 20, 2023
Dear LondonWiggies, Thank you for your 5 Star review. We appreciate your candid feedback for the areas that you have mentioned. I will be sharing your recommendations to our management team for continuous improvement . We take all recommendations very seriously. Once again, my sincere appreciation for staying with us. Sincerely, Tim Lee General Manager Post Ranch Inn
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linda r wrote a review Sep 2024
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We splurged for my husbands 70th! They treated us like king and queen. The first words we heard from DJ was “welcome, you have been upgraded”’!!!I was so happy, the rooms are very pricey and they probably cater to alot of well off people which we r not, we stayed 1 night, but the friendliness and attention to detail seems very genuine! DJ so helpful with recommendations, Bjorn always at hand to assist, give us a tour or ride , Sergio who we remembered when we stayed for 2 nights in 2006, the kindness goes a long way! We still stop about Sergio to this day, taking us around in the golf cart. My only disappointment was that after we stayed in 2006, they said they would honor the same price if we ever came back, well I guess 18 years later they couldn’t keep prices at $850/night, but we did receive a small discount. Every person was wonderful and genuinely happy! We found out later our waiter Trevor is one of the talented artists on the property , we also ran into one of the wood workers who told us he and his son did a lot of work on the property. We were only there 24 hours! But as u can tell we were very impressed with Everything and Everybody!!! Thank u Post Ranch Inn!! Sincerely, Kevin and Linda O’Rourke!!!!❤️
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from B P, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Sep 17, 2024
Dear linda r, Happy Birthday once again to Kevin and thank you for joining us again after so many years. On behalf of DJ, Sergio, Bjorn and our greater Post Ranch Inn team, the pleasure was fully ours and we are warmed to know that we were once again successful in providing you both the opportunity to unplug from the real world and reset both the body and the soul. It was a joy to welcome you as part of our extended family and we hope the years ahead will provide you the chance to join us again. Until we next see you, we once more extend our birthday wishes and we invite you to be in touch if we can ever assist in planning your next Big Sur retreat. In the spirit of hospitality, Tim Lee General Manager
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JandFF wrote a review Oct 2023
Santa Monica, CA
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Post Ranch has been a bucket-list destination for me and my wife for many years. We finally treated ourselves to four days there. The setting, the rooms, the service, the food, the hot tub, are everything they say. We truly enjoyed ourselves.

I've given four stars (instead of five) for two reasons. First, they allow smoking outside. Our neighbors lit up marijuana joint after joint for two days and we had to hide inside instead of enjoying worm afternoon breezes on our balcony. The website says that rooms are nonsmoking but that doesn't mean much if the smoke is blowing in from the balcony below.

And second, the price. $100 an hour, base. Dinner is extra and with a glass of wine is $400 for two people. There is one (fabulous) choice: the tasting menu, which as wonderful as it is, is too much food. Granted, no one (including us) that stays here is on a budget; and also granted, the place was full to capacity midweek in October, but it's still a bit breathtaking.
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Date of stay: October 2023
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Tim Lee, General Manager at Post Ranch Inn
Responded Oct 24, 2023
Dear JandFF, We are honored that you and your wife listed Post Ranch Inn as a must stay on your bucket-list. We are glad that we met your expectations. Very sorry to hear that your neighbor was smoking next door. We certainly would have asked our guest to discontinue smoking if we were informed. We are a non-smoking resort and we are unable to watch every guests as you are aware. Our talented culinary team and popular menus make us fully committed year round. We are glad that you were able to have a dining experience with us. Our warmest regards for your stay, Tim Lee General Manager Post Ranch Inn
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Answer from Cindy V
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The treehouses have been updated in the last five years. I am not sure what it is that you are looking for in a room, but we have stayed in all the different rooms and prefer the treehouse. The rooms are not big but they are big enough. There are window coverings, although we never use them. Some treehouses have ocean views and some have mountain views. If you want a sofa, then the rooms on the south end of the property are your best choice. They are bigger in size. Depends on how much time you plan to spend in your room, I guess. We spend less time in the room and more time outdoors.
VOLPETK asked a question Jan 2022
Lake Orion, Michigan46 contributions
How is the weather late february
Answer from Ibetrippin
Powell, Ohio161 contributions94 helpful votes
Hit or miss on sun. That is the "rainy" season in Big Sur and central- and northern-cal. Temp, low 60s for a high, low 40s for a low.
Paul asked a question Jan 2022
Cupertino, California5 contributions
Which room has the best ocean view? - Cliff vs Pacific vs Ocean vs Coast
California21 contributions4 helpful votes
So here's the deal.......the Ocean houses are smaller inside. the Coast houses have no hot tubs outside, the Cliff and Pacific houses, I feel are the best. They are on the Southern part of the property, both have the outdoor stainless steel hot tubs, and they are bigger in size. We stayed in a lower Coast room, and did not really care for it, as it was smaller and dark inside, and had no hot tub outside, then we stayed in the Cooper House, which was incredible and huge, beyond words, and nothing compares to that incredible stand alone 2 bedroom house, we also stayed in a lower Pacific room, which was so nice. So, that is my advice. They all have ocean views, just the square footage inside varies and no outdoor hot tubs in some, if that is a deal breaker for you. Personally, I would only stay in a room with the outdoor hot tub as we used them sooo much when we were there! :) Enjoy your stay, just being at The Ranch is a blessing!!!
Answer from Rebecca Z
Laguna Niguel, California192 contributions187 helpful votes
No, no pets allowed. It’s stated on their website
MKH13 wrote a tip Jan 2025
10 contributions3 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Confirm all amenities are open before booking to ensure a full experience without disruptions from ongoing renovations."
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Shannon F wrote a tip Dec 2024
West Linn, Oregon1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Every room is incredible! We love visiting when the weather is cooler (Fall and Winter), but any time is wonderful."
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Cheryl Z wrote a tip Dec 2024
Tampa, Florida23 contributions15 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The only access to Post Ranch Inn is via Pacific Coast Highway. The road is sometimes closed for upkeep. We had to leave early due to this."
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Jorge G wrote a tip Dec 2024
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Bring layers as the weather can vary. Even as locals we were surprised but fortunate to enjoy the warm weather in December. "
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Soma wrote a tip Nov 2024
New Albany, Ohio1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Fly into Monterey Bay airport and rent a car to enjoy the drive along scenic Route 1"
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PRICE RANGE
$1,870 - $2,027 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
post ranch hotel big sur, post hotel big sur, post ranch inn, post big sur
LOCATION
United StatesCaliforniaBig Sur
NUMBER OF ROOMS
39
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Frequently Asked Questions about Post Ranch Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Post Ranch Inn?
Nearby attractions include Pfeiffer Beach (2.5 miles), Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park (1.5 miles), and Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park (1.8 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Post Ranch Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Post Ranch Inn?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Post Ranch Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Post Ranch Inn?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Post Ranch Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Deetjen's Big Sur Inn Restaurant, Nepenthe, and Sierra Mar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Post Ranch Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Post Ranch Inn?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Post Ranch Inn?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Post Ranch Inn?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Point Sur Light Station (8.9 miles).
Does Post Ranch Inn have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
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