Hotel rating: 4 star
Chain: Luxury Resorts
Number of floors: 1
Number of rooms: 144
Year opened: 1987
Year renovated: 2005

Carmel Valley Ranch recently completed a stunning renovation to its main Lodge, including transformed reception and front desk areas and a new signature dining venue. The debut of the redesigned space marks the completion of the resort's comprehensive enhancement program. In addition, the popular Carmel Valley Ranch championship golf course and golf clubhouse recently completed their own restoration program to usher in an elevated quality of play with an enhanced course design and refurbished club facilities. Carmel Valley Ranch has also partnered with acclaimed French Chef Michel Richard to direct all culinary at the resort. Chef Michel Richard's delectable union of French elegance and regional California flavor extends throughout the property to influence all of Carmel Valley Ranch's restaurants, including signature dining at the new Citronelle by Michel Richard restaurant. He has also created a special menu for in-suite dining Nestled in the sunny foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains, the resort is surrounded by plenty of activities and attractions. Onsite diversions include the renovated Pete Dye designed championship golf course, award-winning Peter Burwash tennis programs on 12 hard and clay courts, fitness center, two outdoor heated pools, winding trails for hiking and running, as well as a variety of revitalizing in-suite spa services. The resort is also convenient to area attractions - from whale watching and wine tasting, to boutique shopping and amazing beaches.