Fernwood Resort
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Offsite parking discounted rates availableNightclubFamily roomsParkingTerraceKaraokeAll 45 facilities +
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Guest scores & sentiment
From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-22
Guests highly praise the scenic Big Sur location amid redwoods and rivers, clean and comfortable rooms, and friendly staff. On-site amenities like the hot tub, restaurant, and store are well-received. Common complaints focus on thin walls causing neighbor or traffic noise, and high pricing relative to room size and condition.
Dimension scores · cross-source
Location9.3
Rooms9.0
Service9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Facilities8.7
Surroundings8.2
Value7.7
Wi-Fi7.6
＋ PraisedPrime location & natural setting · Clean & comfortable rooms · Excellent on-site dining & convenience store · Friendly & helpful staff
－ ComplaintsPoor soundproofing & neighbor noise · High pricing & mixed value perception · Compact rooms & dated fixtures · Spotty WiFi connectivity
KEYIdeal for nature lovers seeking convenience. Noise-sensitive guests should request insulated rooms or verify soundproofing. Budget travelers may want to weigh costs against room size.
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Room types · 3
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Classic Quadruple Room
1 × Double bed / 1 × Queen bed19 ㎡up to 4
This quadruple room features a private entrance. Please note: This room is nonsmoking.
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Deluxe Double Room
1 × Queen bed14 ㎡up to 2
This double room has a bathrobe, private entrance. Please note: This room is nonsmoking. Please note: This room cannot accommodate children.
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Queen Room
1 × Queen bed9 ㎡up to 2
This double room has a private entrance. Please note: This room is nonsmoking.
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Facilities · 45
All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).
Offsite parking discounted rates availableNightclubFamily roomsParkingTerraceKaraokeShared lounge/TV areaBoard games/puzzlesKid mealsOutdoor furnitureCoffee Shop on siteStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableSanitized tableware & silverwareGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsShared stationery like menus, pens are removedPhysical distancing in dining areasKey accessCCTV outside propertyFace masks for guests availableBroadcast Live sport eventsInternet accessJapanese gardenFishing nearbyNightclubConcerts/live showsOffsite parking discounted rates availableCharcoal grillSecured parkingSelf parking (surcharge)Shopping on siteSnack bar/deliATM/bankingTelevision in common areasWine release eventsFree wired internetNon-smoking roomsRestaurant
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Nearby & map
Dining
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Aubergine
Contemporary, Californian · ★★ Michelin
$$$$
Easygoing luxury and refinement strike a harmonious note within L’Auberge Carmel, where every element seems designed to delight. Chef Justin Cogley balances classic technique with a sleek, modern aesthetic, and his cooking captures a sense of place that feels wholly his own. Products of spectacular quality are prepared skillfully and painstakingly presented with an artistic eye, as in a surprising "cabbage" taco filled with shallot jam, Madeira-braised treviso, Kaluga queen caviar and cabbage chips. The hits keep coming, like the rice roulade with Dungeness crab finished in a white dashi and b
34.7km
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Chez Noir
Contemporary, Seafood · ★ Michelin
$$$$
Jonny and Monique Black are the force behind this charming spot, where he acts as Chef and she oversees the service team. While the two have an abundance of fine dining bona fides, here they aim for something more approachable. The inviting, hospitable atmosphere makes perfect sense, given that the second floor of this Craftsman-style residence is where the pair makes their home. The cooking has a broadly Mediterranean sensibility, showcasing the bounty of the California coast with the likes of impeccably prepared abalone and skate. A prix fixe format gives diners a handful of choices, but the
34.9km
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Sierra Mar
Californian, Contemporary
$$$$
Poised on the brink of a rocky seaside bluff in Big Sur, the vantage here gives unbeatable sweeping views of the Pacific coast, thanks to a panoply of floor-to-ceiling windows. Housed inside the Post Ranch Inn, the breathtaking location calls out for romantic celebrations like honeymoons or anniversaries, while the rustic modern décor and friendly service promote comfort and calm. Stunning vistas aside, an ingredient-driven tasting menu offers a bounty of California seasonality, from Monterey abalone congee to guinea hen with honeypatch squash, vadouvan curry and pickled sultanas. Lunch presen
3.9km
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Yafa
Mediterranean Cuisine, Middle Eastern · Bib
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This clear hit among locals has even spread to tourists—everyone comes back time and again. The owners bring hospitality to a new level, thanks to a jovial greeting and warm farewells that may involve a hug from the owner. The smell of roasting meats entices passersby with the promise of their excellent kebabs, like deliciously charred yet tender chicken skewered with tomatoes. The Aleppo kafta, combining ground beef and lamb, is richly seasoned and perfectly paired with a side of zippy tzatziki. Be sure to begin any meal with an enormous plate of their mezze, heaped with minty cucumber and to
34.9km
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Maligne
Californian · Bib
$$$
The name means “clever” or “cunning,” but you don’t have to be a particularly sharp tool to appreciate the ample charms of this hip, easygoing Seaside gem. The staff is effortlessly hospitable, and the breezy space has a chic loft aesthetic, but it’s the cooking that really makes this place a coup de coeur. The menu draws on Italian-American and French classics (think chicken parm and asparagus with hollandaise), but the feel is thoroughly Californian, with a light, contemporary touch and spectacular local ingredients that make even all-too familiar dishes like Caesar salad memorable—a testame
39.1km
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Lucia Restaurant & Bar
Californian, Seasonal Cuisine
$$$
This dining room in the luxe Bernardus Lodge & Spa boasts its own garden, which provides many of the superb ingredients, and is proof of the kitchen’s dedication to local and seasonal food. It might show a talent and focus on vegetables, but highlights from the nightly menu as well as à la carte may include brilliantly tender lamb, served as medallions of deboned ribeye with rosemary jus on a bed of sautéed greens.There is a casual feel to the upscale lodge-like interior, with its large fireplace and muted colors. It's located just off the lobby but draws diners from well beyond mere hotel gue
26.9km
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La Bicyclette
European
$$$
La Bicyclette remains the quintessential neighborhood bistro in the heart of charming Carmel-by-the-Sea. The quirky corner space, filled with petite wooden tables, hanging copper pots and the occasional bicycle, continues to feel warmly lived-in and unmistakably local. The kitchen balances California seasonality with Mediterranean and French influences, alongside wood-fired pizzas and excellent breads from the oven. Classic bistro comforts still shine through in dishes like steak au poivre with peppercorn cognac sauce and pommes frites, while seafood offerings such as pan-seared fresh catch wi
34.6km
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Akaoni
Japanese, Sushi
$$$
Akaoni remains one of the region’s most rewarding sushi counters, even if securing a seat can feel like a minor triumph. With only a handful of seats, limited operating hours and a tiny staff overseeing the entire operation, the atmosphere is resolutely no frills, allowing the focus to remain squarely on the fish. A chef’s choice platter offers a reliable introduction, though regulars know to pay close attention to the daily specials board, where pristine seasonal seafood often shines brightest. Local spot prawns served directly from the tank remain a highlight, while carefully cut nigiri cons
34.8km
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