Post Ranch Inn

Amazing spot for pacific coast views

We love Post Ranch so much we come a few times a year. Post Ranch is truly a piece of heaven, it makes you slow down and really enjoy what the property and rooms have to offer. Besides the beauty of Post Ranch it’s truly the people that make it more amazing. Tim is truly fabulous, he is so genuine and cares about your stay and making the most of it. He will go the extra mile to make it even more special and he always does. JC truly cares about his guest and giving them a wonderful time. He makes the most fabulous drinks with true intention and detail. It’s truly an experience. Hands down best bartender! Tom is one of a kind he wants your dining experience to be a journey. Each course is truly thought through with so much detail. You will want to request him. Thank you Post Ranch The Prouty’s

Construction noise all day and even at the meditation pool. Spa is under construction and they start at 8:45am and go till 4pm. This is unacceptable when paying thousands of dollars per night for a getaway. Some rooms are closer in proximity than others but most are affected.

Unfortunately for us, Post Ranch Inn was one of our first stops on an eight-day coastal road trip. Unfortunate because they set a standard no other property or restaurant was going to match. I knew that going in. It was still starker than I expected. Start with the property. When that is the view off your deck, why go anywhere else? Stunning doesn't cover it. We hiked much of the grounds and every turn delivered something new. The kind of place that makes you slow down without even trying. Then the restaurant. Everything was perfect — service, quality, execution. Much of the food sourced on property or from the surrounding community. My wife declared the salad the best she'd ever had. High praise for a salad. High praise, full stop. Special shout out to our server Yasmany and bartender Thomas — both exceptional. What struck me most was how effortless the entire staff made it look. These are people who deal with guests from around the world, all arriving with high expectations of a high-end experience. And yet nothing felt forced. Nobody appeared to be trying to impress us. It was just perfect service, perfectly delivered. That's the rarest thing in hospitality. Highlight of the trip. Hands down. And I suspect, never to be repeated.

We had the most magical elopement here that was impeccably orchestrated by our wedding planner. All of the communications with our wedding planner were so easeful and professional and all the details were carefully selected by me and my now husband. We absolutely loved our officiant who helped us craft a beautiful and personalized ceremony. I was able to have someone come to our room for hair and makeup and she was amazing too! Our photographers were equally amazing and we can't wait to get out photos back. The whole thing felt like a dream. I could not have prepared for how beautiful this whole experience was.

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.

We had never been to Big Sur and tend to gravitate toward higher-end, couples-oriented resorts. We've stayed at Hermitage Bay in Antigua, Kura in Costa Rica, and Sugar Beach in St. Lucia, and Post Ranch Inn compares extremely favorably to all of them — probably most similar to Hermitage Bay in terms of quality of service and atmosphere. With that being said, my wife and I stayed at Post Ranch Inn for four days in mid-March. It was an exceptional experience. We stayed in one of the Northern Ocean rooms and had complete privacy. It also had 180-degree views of the ocean, which were just incredible. At night, it's so dark you can see the stars perfectly. For activities, we hiked a little but also did yoga a couple of days, the very relaxing myofascial ball program, and the incredibly cool sound experience — sort of a combination of meditation and sound therapy. Absolutely incredible. We ate three nights at the restaurant and the food was always good. I would have liked a slightly larger menu, but everything was excellent. I noticed some people complain about the lack of modernity in the rooms, but they are absolutely perfect for the setting. They blend in naturally, much more so than any newer type of building would. Wi-Fi worked great, and there were no TVs to distract you. We had a soaking tub on our back deck and used it daily to watch for whales and just take in the beautiful ocean views. The staff was incredible and always friendly. Be sure to take advantage of the Lexus loaner program.We used the Lexus convertible for an afternoon and drove to McWay Falls, then to Partington Cove, where we went through the tunnel to see where they loaded ships in the early 1900s. We also went to Pfeiffer Beach, which is absolutely incredible — although the drive on the narrow road back there can be a little harrowing at times. Very much worth it, but be sure to bring a jacket as it's quite windy. Also, be sure to see Julia and take the farm tour. It was really cool, and we had her all to ourselves. We bombarded her with questions and she was great about it. Hearing her vision of what she wants the farm to be was quite cool. Highly recommend, and we will be back. One last thing — the pools were all heated to what seemed like 99 degrees, making it a piece of cake to get in. They were generally deserted, with no more than a couple of people there at a time.

What an incredible dining experience in Big Sur! From the moment we arrived, we were treated so warmly by everyone. Our server Matthew was absolutely amazing, and the entire staff made us feel truly special throughout the day. The atmosphere was the perfect combination of relaxing and classy, making it easy to settle in and enjoy every moment. The food was delicious, and I loved trying dishes I had never experienced before. What really stood out was the attention to detail and level of hospitality — even the general manager came by to check on us and make sure everything was perfect. It genuinely felt like royal treatment from start to finish. If you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Big Sur, this place is a must-visit!