Bernardus Lodge

Air conditioning on a hot day is priceless. Strong Dutch winery with cozy outdoor area. Liked the Syrah and Petite Sirah the best. Knowledgable staff could use a bit more personality, but we visited on a non-​holiday Monday so I suppose that’s understandable. All in all, if in Carmel I’d come again.

This is probably the nicest hotel we have ever enjoyed– and we’ve stayed in some wonderful places all over the world. The lodging itself is superb, the location is awesome, the grounds are unique and beautiful, reminiscent of Tuscany with a California twist.
They have just completed a stunning renovation and the décor is thoughtful and luxurious, with heated marble-​tile bathroom floors, Nespresso coffee makers in each room, fine linens and calming colors. They are still building 6 new units to the east end of the property, so construction noise can be a bit of a problem. We requested a room far from the construction and were not bothered at all.
The most important feature of our stay was the top-​notch service we received. Everyone we encountered was pleasant, helpful and accommodating — anticipating and meeting our every need. We would recommend this lovely place to anyone looking for luxurious lodgings in Carmel Valley.

Expensive spa treatments, but for a special occasion, completely worth it.
Beautiful pools and lounges for after treatments. Great sauna and steam rooms.
Love that they have fruit essence water and nuts and dried fruit to snack on before/​after treatments.
I have gotten 2 massages here in the past and left refreshed from both. 5 star massages!
Will be back for special occasions!!!

What a wonderful lodge and spa. My wife and I stayed the other night in one of their luxury sweets. It was beautiful and super quiet.
Cons– easy to pass by on the road.
Pros– the service was impeccable and the premises was clean and quiet. Very romantic. The spa and pool were open 24 hours. They have luxury vehicles for you to use. Valet service and room service. Restaurant on premises.

Our party of six sat in the patio area – serene, romantic and ideal for conversation. As for the food, nothing short of fabulous. Highly recommend the Cassoulet and Salmon. The wine list had an excellent selection with very fair prices for a restaurant of this caliber. We brought a special wine (corkage $ 30), but the wine service was top-​notch; decanted and served in the correct glasses.

Been eating outside on the terrace for years and we really enjoy it. The menu has everything we need and the service is always top notch. They need a few more umbrellas to protect from the blazing sun!

Bernardus we love you so! We just spent a much needed get away at this beautiful property and left relaxed and renewed. All of the updates to the hotel and restaurants are lovely and a bit more contemporary but still very much flow with the property. I cannot wait to see what they do with the new villas!
Everything– the bar, the spa, the pool was perfect. The staff is still amazing with zero pretentiousness.
Lucia was a fantastic meal! They take full advantage of the bounty of produce and seafood in the region. I could go on and on…

Bernardus exceeded our expectations and was a lovely and peaceful place for my husband and I to getaway for his birthday weekend and change the pace from our normally hectic lives. We spent most of our weekend at Bernardus, enjoyed their food, spa & room but the best part of all was the service and hospitality we received. Whether it was dining at the Chef’s Table at Lucia, or sitting at the bar for a dessert and coffee, enjoying a facial & massage, or even waiting for our car at valet, every employee was extremely pleasant and seemed to go out of their way to make sure we were taken care of. The grounds were clean and beautiful, the drinks were great and our stay was better than we anticipated. Thank you to the staff at Bernardus for being so dedicated and making sure we enjoyed our stay. Keep it up, we will definitely be back!

From the moment we drove up until departure everything was perfect. Customer service here is as good as it gets. Beautiful rooms, amenities, lovely location and good service. What else could we need? Looking forward to our next stay.

This place is very nice. Outdoor seating next to the big lawn where we played croquet, etc. Outdoor firelplace. Heaters. Good service. Food very good. Nothing more to say. If you can afford it, hit it.
Beautiful setting.

Great service and really nice. The furnishings and touches on this hotel are very high end and well thought out. A beautiful entry and just a homey comfortable high end spot. Started our trip off with a glass of sauv b on arrival and never stopped. Will be back here soon.

We just returned from a lovely stay at Bernardus Lodge. They finished extensive renovations about 4 months ago and the place looks great! The service is always fantastic and dinners on the grounds absolutely scrumptious!
We’re planning on returning later this year for a seasonal event. We look forward to it.

The Bernardus Lodge is a top quality hotel and definitely the nicest I have ever stayed in. My wife And I spent our night here after our wedding in carmel valley and it was excellent!
The rooms are top notch. The fits and fittings are way above standard. The attention to detail is phenomenal!
The soaking tub, warm bathroom floors and large rain shower are all pluses to the room! Also, our private porch, with a view of the mountains, and the fireplace inside the room was excellent for a cold winter night!

We got married here in September and everything was top notch. The food, setting, rooms, experience and service was as good as it gets. And with that the price is certainly extremely expensive but everything we ate and drank was delicious, so it is a place to treat yourself to… cause hey, you deserve it right?
The wedding events team made our experience enjoyable and helped make our special day perfect.
We will be back to relive the memories!

I planned a stay here for 14 people over 3 nights as well as the booking of meetings rooms and meals. I was thoroughly impressed with the staff and the service provided. All last minute requests were quickly responded to and implemented. I appreciate the help I received from Katie and the staff. Our company offsite would not have run as smoothly without their assistance, which I greatly appreciate!
The location of this place is a bit secluded. It is about 30minutes away from Monterey and Carmel but I personally liked that. You were away from the hustle and bustle of the busy towns. I loved that it was a boutique hotel and I didn’t have to deal with the madness that sometimes chain hotels includes. Since it was away from everything, it also forced everyone to be in one place, which for our offsite worked out for the better.
The rooms were amazing and one of the nicest I’ve been to. I travel frequently for work and personal reasons so I’ve seen my fair share of hotel rooms. There is a fireplace in every room. The $ 30 resort fee includes wifi plus everything in the room (coffee, wine, beer, water, snacks). The bed is really comfortable. The bathroom is AMAZING. I definitely took advantage and took a bath with the provided bath ball.
The facilities are gorgeous. There is a big field for bocce ball, tennis courts, gym, sauna, and swimming pool if you wish to put them to use. I loved the real wood fireplace at night. Perfect for a chatting session for a few people.
The Lucia restaurant was also delicious. You can’t go wrong with anything you order there. We had lunch and dinner there. See review for Lucia. The lobby bartenders were awesome.
The meeting rooms had everything that you could require. Snacks could be provided in the room if you ordered them. They have two rooms — Magnum and Ballroom, depending on the size of the party.
Would definitely recommend this place for personal or work purposes. I wish I could have stayed even longer.

What a treat to stay at the newly remodeled and upgraded Bernardus Lodge and Spa in Carmel Valley. There are so many reasons you must book a room at this luxurious hotel when visiting the Monterey/​Carmel region. Here are a few of the high points:
1.The staff is well-​trained, very hospitality oriented, with a desire to make sure that your stay is first class in every way.
2. Our room (#4-​Garden Room) was beautiful. The spacious bathroom features heated marble floors, double sinks, a large Americh bathtub with bath salts, separate shower, toilet room.
3. Gas fireplace and a comfy couch.
4. Refrigerator stocked with beer, waters, and a bottle of wine, all complimentary.
5. Nespresso maker on the bar.
6. Comfortable King size bed.
7. French doors opening to a garden patio with table, chairs, and lounge.
8. A beautiful pool open 24 hours with an adjoining hot tub.
9. Complimentary yoga classes and nature hikes on weekends.
10. Bocce ball and croquet on the lawns.
11. Firepits, fountains, and lovely gardens throughout the property.
12. An excellent restaurant, Lucia.
13. Locating in Carmel Valley boasting warm weather, 22 wineries.
Upon arrival, after being valet parked, we were welcomed with a refreshing glass of Bernardus Sauvignon Blanc. The room was stunning yet comfortable overlooking the gardens and wedding altar. (That was one of the drawbacks. Three weddings transpired about 20 feet from our patio during our stay. We moved from our patio to the indoors as to not impose on the vows.)
The biggest perk of our entire stay was the opportunity to use the Mercedes convertible to enjoy the region. What a joy ride and so thrilling.
The restaurant, Lucia, is excellent and the spa is fabulous with a steam room, sauna, and warm meditation pool. Massage therapist Rita was excellent, shout outs to Yoga instructor, Greg, hiking guide, Tricia, and staff member, Alexandra, and all of the valet staff for their superb service. When you need a break and want to be pampered, check out Bernardus Lodge and Spa.

When a young child is fantasizing about her dream wedding venue, she probably invisions something exactly like the Bernardus. This may be one of the most beautiful venues I’ve ever been to in The United States. It screams class and permeates tasteful elegance. It straddles the line of perfection and being just over the top, but pulls it all off.
Smaller details that insist perfection:
— Nightly pianist in the lobby.
— Bartenders remembering their patrons drinks far into their weekend stay.
— Down to earth valet guys who are super polite.
— Thin string marking off boundaries for the lawn sports.
Perhaps not accessible to the masses, but that what keeps the Bernardus so exclusive. This is the destination for your perfect wedding, your perfect 10 year anniversary, or your perfect day off — if you’re a baller.

WOW, this is a hidden paradise! My fiancé and I were so impressed by the beauty of the lodge and the surrounding property. The décor, inside and outside, was breathtaking and felt so romantic… the designers did an excellent job!!! We were absolutely awestruck. We ate at the beautiful Lucia Restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious and prepared perfectly, (I had the salmon and my fiancé had the filet) and the presentation was gorgeous. The service was great!
Every step of the way the customer service was friendly and attentive. We felt so taken care of. From the friendly valet service to our reservationist, Alex, who was wonderful, and to Lisa, our server in the lounge, who was so kind and friendly and made sure that we had all of our needs met… they all made us feel so special.
Our room was beautiful and the bed was the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. There were so many special touches in the room, that we walked around in amazement! Even our puppy was welcomed and provided with a bed, treats and a friendly attitude. This was the perfect place for us!
The spa was also gorgeous. Michelle, the masseuse, was excellent and the Bernardus Signature Massage is a must have! I have had many massages and this was one of the best ever. You will have an experience that will leave you floating in bliss.
The grounds are gorgeous and it was so relaxing to walk through the beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. Bernardus Lodge has done an amazing job at creating a first class, tranquil and rejuvenating experience that you won’t forget. We didn’t want to leave!

I am surprised to see so many mixed reviews, especially the 1 and 2 stars. I don’t know how the hotel and restaurant, Lucia, were before their renovation; however, my husband and I visited over Memorial Day Weekend (May 2015) and had a wonderful stay.
They completely renovated the hotel in April 2015 (see photos), and they did a wonderful job. Our room was beautifully decorated and very spacious. The bathroom was also quite large, with a soaking tub, shower, and 2 sinks. We had a great view of the croquet court just outside our patio.
We loved the complimentary snack bar and drinks: ALL of the food and beverages are included in your stay. We enjoyed a red and white wine (½ bottles), blood orange soda, peppermint iced tea, Voss sparkling water, trail mix, chips, clif bar, goat cheese with lavender, crostini crackers, and fresh fruit.
Although the hotel is not huge, the grounds are well maintained with a beautiful garden, pool, and spa. When you turn into the hotel, you are welcomed by their vineyard which is quite nice.
If you are staying in the Carmel area but want something more luxurious than the B&Bs in Carmel-​by-​the-​sea, I highly suggest looking into Bernardus Lodge. It was about 20 minutes away from Carmel-​by-​the-​sea and the drive was very pleasant. You can visit Carmel Valley Village (5 minutes away), which is a cute area with tasting rooms and art galleries. There is also hiking nearby.
We dined at Lucia, the restaurant on-​site, for both dinner and breakfast. Again, I don’t know how the restaurant was before, but we really liked it. All of the food was fresh, high quality, and tasty. Service was good and the restaurant ambiance was very pleasant without being too formal.

Wow!!!
The renovation has a very trendy-​upbeat feeling. Retro, chic, romantic all in one. It’s open and welcoming. They are still setting up in places, so be patient.
The «dinning room» is Beautiful and very Chic. The round tables and chairs comfortable. Didn’t want to leave.
3 rd time for lunch. My mussels were fab with the Sauvignon blanc sauce.
Strawberry crêpe, amazing. Get it.
The chicken Caesar was happily wolfed down by the 2 friends who ordered it.
Kind of pricy for a burger though…$ 18.00?
And where is the calamari app? Remember this is still Monterey and us locals
always look to it as our go to app. Thanks Cal.
Service was attentive.
Wine manager very accommodating, knowledgable, and totally in tune with the local’s needs. We can be a fussy bunch… lol
Thanks for a superb time.