Post Ranch Inn, Central California Coast

Post Ranch Inn

Hayes & Jarvis Rating

Average: 5 (1 vote)

TripAdvisor Review

1268 Reviews

Unforgettable romantic getaway

For an unforgettably romantic honeymoon or relaxing escape, the Post Ranch Inn is a small, serene, seductive sanctuary of luxury. Nestled on the cliffs of the Big Sur with endless views of the Pacific Ocean the rest of the world will seem a million miles away as you embrace the natural beauty surrounding you. The award winning Sierra Mar restaurant offers acclaimed dining with breathtaking views. You can enjoy further relaxation and rejuvenation with a spa treatment, daily yoga or a soak in one of the infinity pools. Post Ranch Inn is a winner of Wine Spectator's prestigious Grand Award.

Hotel Features

Hotel Category

Indulgent

Recommended For

Adults Only

Location Type

Away from it all

General Information

Check-in Time:
16:00
Check-out Time:
13:00
39 rooms

Main Facilities

Fitness facilities
Outdoor pool
Spa facilities
Wifi

Accommodation Type

Eco-friendly
H&J Recommended
Hidden gem
Luxury Collection

Board Basis Options

Room Only

Main Facilities

Fitness facilities
Outdoor pool
Spa facilities
Wifi

Accommodation Type

Eco-friendly
H&J Recommended
Hidden gem
Luxury Collection

Board Basis Options

Room Only

Location Highlights

Post Ranch Inn

Away from it all
Amazing and endless Pacific Ocean views
A luxurious escape
Award winning Sierra Mar restaurant

1268 Reviews

92% of travellers recommended this hotel

Traveller ratings

Excellent 1051
Very Good 106
Average 58
Poor 26
Terrible 27

What to Expect

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Reviews

May 22, 2019

Anniversary trip

Richmond, Virginia

We have never been so disappointed in a hotel room! For $1,900 a night this room is totally unacceptable!! We stayed in an upper cliff side oceanfront room. VERY dated VERY small! We have had cruise ship rooms that were larger. The bathroom situation was the worst. Way overpriced for what you get. Skip booking the room and go for dinner and watch the sunset.

May 19, 2019

Stunning and expensive

Sydney, Australia

Set in a beautiful location on the cliff edge and on an expansive property which offers a series of walks through old red wood forests, this is a stunningly located series of ‘cottage’ style rooms - we stayed in a treehouse which offered great views of the surrounding forest. A very relaxing experience let down only by the expense of a good, but not great, restaurant.

May 11, 2019

Pluses and Minuses Offset =Neutral & Way Overpriced

Houston, Texas

This is one of the most difficult reviews that I have ever written. It is complex, and can’t be covered in a few words. I grew up in Santa Cruz CA , and had heard of Post Ranch forever. I never stayed there because I heard that it was so expensive. I decided to splurge and see what it is like. Bottom line is that the pluses and minus are about equal, resulting in a neutral review. To help you calibrate, I have never written less than a 5-star review. I will have to say that, if this were half the price that it is, it would be a 5-star. But something this expensive , needs to be held to a higher standard. We were in the Brown Unit, which is a Peak House. First of all, the value proposition is absurd. I paid $2,348 ($ 1,174 per person) for one night. There are only 39 units on 98 acres. If more units were built, I believe that the price would plummet, based on supply and demand. A light room-service dinner for 2 was $ 155.00. I will sort of stream-of-conscious my remarks. The various comments are not in any particular order. There are no instructions for the Nespresso , which is fairly unique to operate . There is no way to fill the wash basin in the bathroom– (i.e. there is no stopper) , so you have to let the water run while you are shaving, in California,a state that desperately needs to conserve water. The door on the fire place was very difficult to lock. I made the reservation personally with 3 calls-and still it was fouled up - with a mountain view unit , instead of the ocean view which I had requested and was assured of. When I checked in , the guy at the front desk said that he could give me a “real deal” on an ocean-view unit (extortion) for $3,800. Room service was very uneven, sometimes very fast , to waiting for over 30 minutes for a simple request. There are beautiful infinity hot tubs, but no air jets which can be very relaxing. Breakfast (included) is a good ,but not great , buffet including made-to-order omelets and house-made bagels , but no waffles or cereal. The outside door to the unit locks automatically behind you , so you are out of luck if you forget the key. The fruit in the room was dry and not fresh. The complimentary mini bar is great and includes wine, beer, soft drinks, etc. The surroundings are very tranquil and relaxing. There are a number of activities including yoga, nature hikes, and stargazing with a telescope. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful. Kudos to Crosby, Stephen, Umberto and Jorge. Many employees have very long tenure with Post Ranch. There is no TV in the room, which was fine with me, but another person might want to watch a major sports event . A GIGANTIC irritant is that you cannot have a guest to breakfast , even if you are willing to pay the $30-$40. We had a friend who drove half-way from Carmel , and we had to waive her off. At first we were told that she could join us if we paid $ 30- $ 40 , so we told her to come ahead. A quick follow-up phone call soon thereafter said, “not under any circumstances “, so we had to waive her off. The units are fairly small studios , with the bed right in the middle of the living room, ie no separate bedroom. The bathroom is wide open – no lock on the swinging doors, there is no enclosure for the toilet (a single hinged board blocks the view from one direction. ) The view is wide open in front and on the left . The bed is right in the middle of the living room, so that if one person wants to go to bed early and the other wants to read or have a glass of wine by the fireplace, the other person is potentially disturbed by light, noise etc. I am somewhat amazed that there is a large enough market to support the rates at Post Ranch and keep it in existence. I am glad I experienced Post Ranch , but it is way overpriced , and I have no need to go back.

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Post Ranch Inn

Facilities

Guided Nature Hike

Discover the beauty of the local area with a guided nature walk. Subject to weather conditions. Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 11.30am

Complimentary Wireless Internet Access

Complimentary WIFI access throughout the resort available for resort guests

Fitness Centre

Aerobic and weight training equipment available for use during your stay

Spa

The full service Spa offers a wide range of treatments in a peaceful setting or the comfort of your room

Outdoor Swimming Pool

Outdoor heated swimming pool

Two Infinity Pools

Heated to 104 degrees offering spectacular views, the perfect place to relax and unwind.

Morning Yoga and Meditation

Friday and Saturday at 10.00am, start your day off with guided Yoga exercises.

Post Ranch Inn

Food & Drink

Sierra Mar

Offering a fine dining experience, Sierra Mar is the winner of Wine Spectators prestigious Grand Award. Inquisitive creations complimented by wines from the award winning wine cellar while enjoying the breathtaking views. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a casual but elegant dress code. Reservations are required for Lunch and Dinner. Breakfast 8.00am - 10.30am Lunch 12.15pm - 3.00pm Dinner 5.30pm - 9.00pm

Board Basis Options

Room Only

TripAdvisor Reviews

1268 Reviews

92% of travellers recommended this hotel

Traveller ratings

Excellent 1051
Very Good 106
Average 58
Poor 26
Terrible 27

What to Expect

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Reviews

May 22, 2019

Anniversary trip

Richmond, Virginia

May 19, 2019

Stunning and expensive

Sydney, Australia

May 11, 2019

Pluses and Minuses Offset =Neutral & Way Overpriced

Houston, Texas

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Unforgettable romantic getaway

Entrance

Infinity Pool

Restaurant

Restaurant

Tree House

Restaurant

Restaurant

Pool

Spa Facilities

Hotel Features

Hotel Category

Recommended For

Location Type

General Information

Main Facilities

Accommodation Type

Board Basis Options

Main Facilities

Main Facilities

Accommodation Type

Accommodation Type

Board Basis Options

Board Basis Options

Location Highlights

Post Ranch Inn

Traveller ratings

What to Expect

Reviews

Anniversary trip

Stunning and expensive

Lunch beside the Pacific--worth the trip

Heavenly

Pluses and Minuses Offset =Neutral & Way Overpriced

Post Ranch Inn

Facilities

Guided Nature Hike

Complimentary Wireless Internet Access

Fitness Centre

Spa

Outdoor Swimming Pool

Two Infinity Pools

Morning Yoga and Meditation

Post Ranch Inn

Food & Drink

Sierra Mar

Board Basis Options

TripAdvisor Reviews

Traveller ratings

What to Expect

Reviews

Anniversary trip

Stunning and expensive

Lunch beside the Pacific--worth the trip

Heavenly

Pluses and Minuses Offset =Neutral & Way Overpriced

Try these inspiring itineraries

Pacific Coast Explorer Tour

Pacific Coast Drive Multi Centre

Classic West

West Coast Aloha Tour

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