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Post Ranch Inn

★★★★★ 47900 Highway 1, Big Sur, California, 93920, Big Sur, US

10 guest rating· 116 reviews

The five stars

Post Ranch Inn holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Free newspapers in lobby, Full-service spa, Pool umbrellas, Free valet parking and Pool sun loungers.

Guests score it 10.0/10 across 116 reviews.

About this hotel

Indulge in Luxury at the Full-Service Spa where massages, body treatments, and facials await. Enjoy Recreational Pleasures with 3 outdoor swimming pools and a 24-hour fitness center. Take in the stunning ocean view while dining at Sierra Mar Restaurant , and savor the fine-dining experience.

Experience a stay filled with comfort in our Air-Conditioned Rooms featuring fireplaces and premium bedding. Unwind on private furnished balconies, and stay entertained with tablet computers and iPod docking stations. Explore nearby attractions like The Henry Miller Memorial Library and Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience sheer relaxation and luxury at Post Ranch Inn.

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Peak House

Sleeps 2 · 75 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>810-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Lower Butterfly Room

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Furnished balcony with mountain views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Lower Mountain House

Sleeps 2 · 53 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>575-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Peak House Accessible

Sleeps 2 · 75 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>810-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Upper Butterfly Room

Sleeps 2 · 53 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>575-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Post House

Sleeps 2 · 306 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>3300-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, furnished balcony with ocean and mountain views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Middle Butterfly Room

Sleeps 2 · 53 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>575-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Lower Butterfly Room

Sleeps 2 · 53 m²

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>575-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Low-height bed</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Lower Pacific Suite

Sleeps 2 · 75 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>810-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Outdoor private hot tub and fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Upper Coast House Tree & Ocean View

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Furnished balcony with ocean views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace; in-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - tablet computer and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, free minibar items, electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and recycling bin</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Full-service spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Free valet parking
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Free breakfast
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  • Free full breakfast
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Art gallery on site
  • Concierge service
  • Couples/private dining
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Express check-out
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Garden
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Library
  • Living plant wall
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Private picnics
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Recycling
  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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47900 Highway 1, Big Sur, California, 93920, Big Sur, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say10116 reviews

+ Stunning views+ Exceptional service+ Luxurious accommodations
Cleanliness10.0
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality10.0
Amenities10.0
Value for Money10.0

The jewel of the Big Sur coastline.

10.0

A place of beauty and serenity hugging the Big Sur cliff edge at 1,200 ft above sea-level, Post Ranch Inn is worth every penny - it is a place essentially that has not been developed (aside from the beautiful architectural accommodation) and you get a sense of stepping back in time to California as it was when it was just ranch country. Sitting on the bluff amongst wild flowers that blow in the quiet soft breeze (March was 80 degrees with limited fog), it is a magical experience that fills the soul and delights the senses. This charming retreat does not overplay its hand: it has remained true to itself, its history and its roots. Dine at the elegant Sierra Mar restaurant amongst locals and feel right at home. It is quiet elegance for people who seek inspiration, peace and quiet and reassurance that the world can be a beautiful place. Breath in the fresh air, watch the eagles sour and keep this magical memory forever. (S&J celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary).

stephenmE445YA · 2026-04-01

Memorable Surprise Proposal

10.0

My now fiancé :) planned an amazing weekend away to surprise me with a proposal at Post Ranch Inn. Not only was the property itself stunning, but the staff and events team went above and beyond to make this a special experience. From a floral room set up, a private cliffside proposal, dinner reservations, and transportation across the property, everything was catered to make the experience memorable. Social shout out to Derek for all his help upfront with my fiancé to plan such an unforgettable experience!

erinrL489UM · PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA · 2026-03-29

California dreaming

10.0

The most amazing experience in Big Sur with elegance, tranquility, and everything that a dream California vacation can be.

LynnH1334 · SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA · 2026-03-28

Big Sur paradise

10.0

Another amazing experience at the Post Ranch Inn! Every detail was perfect. A special thank you to Tim (the GM). He’s laser focused on making sure the guest experience is exceptional in every way. No request was too small or too big. He has built an incredible team. They’re friendly, professional and helpful in every way. The front office (DJ, Jackie, Andreas and others) all went the extra mile to make sure our stay was unforgettable. The restaurant ( Sierra Mar) is fantastic. Great wait staff (Phil, and Trevor) were excellent and the chefs and bartenders were top notch. Also want to thank the rest of the team for a great experience (Abraham, Glen, Juan and many others). A few memorable and recommended activities…Stargazing by the jade pool through a high powered telescope with staff astronomer Sergio was definitely a highlight. Morning yoga with Janelle was the perfect way to start the day. She’s the best! And finally relaxing on the deck or hot tub of our very private room enjoying some wine and watching the ocean can’t be beat. Every room is unique and spectacular. If you’ve never been here do yourself a favor and make the trip. It’s worth every penny.

jeffmM7604AY · 2026-03-25

Unrivaled Excellence!

10.0

Our stay at the Post Ranch was entirely unforgettable; from small, curated details, to the offerings of the property and attention of all staff, the Ranch is bespoke without being overwhelming. If you are considering any of the romantic packages, we couldn’t be more pleased; my fiancé and I got engaged over the weekend, and the planning, communication, privacy, and fulsome service provided by Derek truly made the experience as memorable as possible; his perfect timing, kindness, and detail oriented approach made the proposal seamless and the rest of the trip special. Jordon and the rest of the staff were so welcoming and we are already planning our return trip for next year.

mikemX230PA · 2026-03-22

Proposal at Post Ranch Inn with Derek

10.0

If you are reading this and thinking about doing a proposal at Post Ranch Inn, just do it!! Post Ranch was literally the best hotel experience we've ever had, and it made our engagement so special. The property is unreal - I'd made some plans to leave the property over the course of the weekend, and we ended up just not leaving the property because it was so stunning! Derek was exceptional and went above and beyond to make everything feel seamless, thoughtful, and special. He was incredibly helpful throughout the process. (The bench spot for the proposal also works really well - it was secluded and felt like our own private area.) The entire staff was amazing as well - really warm, attentive, and welcoming. Post Ranch is one of those rare places that fully lives up to the hype and then exceeds it. We will definitely be back!!

jacksonsA6194YL · 2026-03-18

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Post Ranch Inn really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

24-hour pool access

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

›Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

›General

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

›General

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

›General

Masks are available to guests

›Accessibility

No elevators

›General

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

›General

Staff wears personal protective equipment

›Children and extra beds

Children not allowed

›General

Social distancing measures are in place

›General

Professional property host/manager

›General

Protective clothing is available to guests

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

›Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

›General

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant