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Alila Ventana Big Sur

4.6 ★★★★★ 990 Google reviews · Oceanfront wedding venue in Big Sur, California · 0.8 mi to the beach

All-inclusive

Expansive property featuring modern American dining & ocean views, plus a spa & 2 outdoor pools.

Plan your tour

  • Setting oceanfront venue, 0.8 mi to the beach — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
  • Pricing packages mentioned around $1,500 — confirm with the venue, since season and package tier change what's included
  • Phone (831) 667-2331
  • Website hyatt.com — most venues book tours right on their site

At a glance

48123 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920

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On the property

What couples name in their reviews of Alila Ventana Big Sur and what the venue states on its own site — the fastest way to tell what's actually here before you drive out.

🍸 Full Bar Service 2 mentions

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🐾 Pet-Friendly 5 mentions

“The reception team welcomed our puppy and even gave him a bag o treats which he loved.”

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What couples highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 990 Google reviews — in their own words, and only about the wedding and the setting.

🏝️ breathtaking beach setting 19 mentions

“The hotel wad surrounded by big redwoods and beautiful views of the Pacific sunset, it was incredibly peaceful, we also enjoyed watching stars from the terrace at night.”

🤝 staff who go above & beyond 2 mentions
😌 stress-free planning 2 mentions

From the reviews

Pure secluded luxury from the moment you arrive. Alila Ventana Big Sur feels like a true escape, surrounded by nature and completely peaceful. One of my favorite parts was stepping out onto the balcony in the morning, taking in the fresh air and the sounds of the forest it’s such a calming way to start the day.

★★★★★ — Kristin, Apr 2026

We just returned from a 2 night stay at Alila Ventana Big Sur and it lived up to all expectations! It was beautiful and serene. Very quiet and perfect for a weekend of relaxation. The service was exceptional, we had the most delicious meals at Sur House Restaurant.

★★★★★ — Katie, Jun 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about the wedding and the setting. Read all 990 reviews →

Getting married at Alila Ventana Big Sur

Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.