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Bernardus Lodge

Carmel Valley, United States

97 Excellent 346 Reviews
Bernardus Lodge

Summary of 348 verified reviews

97
Excellent

Excellent luxury hotel. Awesome rooms and service in a great location. Great pool. Awesome vibe.

Everything seems inspiring at the Bernardus Lodge & Spa, where culinary experiences, spa treatments and resort programs create unforgettable moments of escape. Savor the intimacy of a vineyard resort designed to soothe all senses. Retreat to the warmth of an old friend’s sophisticated ranch estate, where high-touch service welcomes you home. Whether it’s an estate wine or a renewed sense of well-being, true love or team spirit, natural beauty or culinary bounty, Bernardus promises a richly designed escape to perfect the art of basking in the warm Carmel Valley sun.

The Spa at Bernardus is an award-winning tranquil retreat where guests can choose from an extensive menu of seasonal treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate. The spa offers an array of distinctive services from vinotherapy to marine-inspired treatments to international traditions, elevating relaxation to an art form.

Helmed by Chef Cal Stamenov, LUCIA showcases the creativity of a true artist who has championed the region’s bounty for two decades.
Hotel Address:
  • Bernardus Lodge
  • 415 West Carmel Valley Road
  • Carmel Valley, CA 93924
  • United States

Location Summary
Whether it’s an estate wine or a renewed sense of well-being, true love or team spirit, natural beauty or culinary bounty, Bernardus promises a richly designed escape to perfect the art of basking in the warm Carmel Valley sun.

Enjoy and explore nearby beaches, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Point Lobos State Reserve, Mission San Carlos Boromeo, Carmel River State Park, Garrapata State Park, or simply enjoy the storybook English cottages of Carmel-by-the-Sea. And these are just a few of the Carmel attractions of Monterey County.

Directions to Hotel
From Los Angeles To Bernardus Lodge. Take Highway 5 North Approximately 3.5 Hours To Highway 46 West *paso Robles*. From 46 West Exit Onto Highway 101 North *towards Salinas*. Exit Onto Abbott Street *left Exit* Take Abbott Street To Spreckles Boulevard Turn Left. Follow Spreckles Boulevard To Highway 68 West *towards Monterey Peninsula*. Continue Down Highway 68 Approximately 10 Miles. Turn Left Onto Los Laureles Grade *g20*. Continue On Los Laureles Grade For 4.5 Miles. Turn Left At The End Of Los Laurels Grade Onto Carmel Valley Road. Turn Left Into Bernardus Lodge Driveway *first Left Once On Carmel Valley Road*. Approximate Driving Time. 6.5 Hours Approximate Mileage. 335 Miles From Los Angeles To Bernardus Lodge Scenic Route. Exit Highway 101 North Up The California Coast Through Big Sur. Turn Right Onto Carmel Valley Road *g16*. Proceed 9.5 Miles Turn Left Into Bernardus Lodge Driveway *just Past The Corner Of Los Laureles Grade Road*. Approximate Driving Time. 8 Hours From San Francisco To Bernardus Lodge. Take Highway 101 South To Highway 156 West Which Merges Into Highway 1 South. Take Highway 1 South To The Carmel Valley Road Exit. Turn Left On Carmel Valley Road *g16*. Take Carmel Valley Road For 9.5 Miles. Turn Left At Bernardus Lodge Driveway *just Past The Corner Of Los Laureles Grade Road*. Approximate Driving Time. 2.5 Hours Approximate Mileage. 128 Miles From San Jose International Airport To Bernardus Lodge. Take Highway 101 South To Highway 156 West Which Merges Into Highway 1 South. Take Highway 1 South To The Carmel Valley Road Exit. Turn Left On Carmel Valley Road *g16*. Take Carmel Valley Road For 9.5 Miles. Turn Left At Bernardus Lodge Driveway *just Past The Corner Of Los Laureles Grade Road*. Approximate Driving Time 1.5 Hours Approximate Mileage. 78 Miles
Awards
Conde Nast Award Winner
Note Bene
The green initiative at Bernardus Lodge focuses on reducing the overall carbon footprint of the lodge while promoting sustainable choices.
Banquets & Meetings
Accomodates 175 people
Meeting Space
With spaces ranging from formal to casual, large to small, each of Bernardus Lodge’s four function rooms is distinctive and offers diverse layouts and amenities. Let us help make your meeting or event memorable.
Fine Dining On Site
The spa includes nine treatment rooms and a warming room with a river stone fireplace and comfortable seating area to relax in between treatments. A private spa patio offers a cozy 101 degree dipping pool, a reflecting pool and comfortable lounge seating to relax in the sun.
Fine Dining Nearby
10 rest in Carmel village (10 minutes)
Executive Retreat
Four meeting rooms, the smallest seats 12
Pool Outdoor
Original pool from the 1930's is heated year round.
Spa Facility
The spa includes nine treatment rooms and a warming room with a river stone fireplace and comfortable seating area to relax in between treatments. A private spa patio offers a cozy 101 degree dipping pool, a reflecting pool and comfortable lounge seating to relax in the sun.
Tennis Courts On Site
Two courts, pro available
Boating
Available in Monterey, about a 15 minute drive
Fishing Fly
in Carmel Valley, seasonal
Fishing - Ocean
Private charters can be arranged
Golfing
If you’re a golfer, you’ll find a stay at Bernardus Lodge to be “Golf Paradise,” with 19 championship courses located within a few miles away.
Horseback Riding
Big Sur about 30 minutes away.
Sailing
Available in Monterey, about a 15 minute drive
Scuba Diving
Available in Monterey, about a 15 minute drive
Shopping
In nearby Carmel, small boutiques, local galleries.
Theatre Museums
Within a 15 minute drive
Water Skiing
Available in Monterey, about a 15 minute drive
Windsurfing
Available in Monterey, about a 15 minute drive
Winery Tours
Bernardus offers limited bottling of small production and vineyard designate wines, which are available exclusively through the tasting room and wine club. Nearby Carmel Village is home to over twenty tasting rooms, and Carmel Wine Walk by-the-Sea is a can’t-miss wine tasting experience.
Recommended Rooms
All rooms have a deck and fireplace, wine in available in each room, and second floor rooms have more expansive views.


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Hotel Amenities
  • - Banquets & Meetings
    - Business Center
    - Meeting Space
    - Disabled Access
    - Executive Retreat
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fine Dining Nearby
    - Fitness Center
    - High Speed Internet
    - Pets Allowed
    - Pool Outdoor
    - Spa Facility
    - Tennis Courts On Site
Available Activities
  • - Biking Mountain
    - Biking Touring
    - Boating
    - Dining
    - Fishing Fly
    - Fishing Ocean
    - Golfing
    - Hiking
    - Horseback Riding
    - Jogging Running
    - Sailing
    - Scuba Diving
    - Shopping
    - Theatre & Museums
    - Water Skiing
    - Winery Tours


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