IncludedTennis Matches
Reserve time on the outdoor tennis courts and enjoy a classic rally, with complimentary racket rental included in the resort fee.
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Golf, tennis, hiking, biking, pools, and family programming.
Fill your stay with sunny Carmel Valley days, from golf, tennis, pickleball, archery, hiking, yoga and Pilates on the Ranch to spa rituals, family pool time and farmstead encounters. Beyond the gates, set out for 17-Mile Drive, Carmel Beach, Point Lobos, Monterey Bay Aquarium, wine tasting and the wild coastline that makes this corner of California unforgettable.
Included with your stay (via the nightly resort fee):
IncludedReserve time on the outdoor tennis courts and enjoy a classic rally, with complimentary racket rental included in the resort fee.
IncludedStretch, breathe and reset with yoga classes included in the resort fee, with yoga mats available for guest use.
IncludedWork out any time in the 24-hour fitness center, equipped with cardio machines, strength-training equipment and free weights.
Available for an additional fee:
Additional feePlay the resort’s on-site 18-hole Pete Dye course, with Carmel Valley hillsides and fairways making every round feel distinctly local.
Additional feeRefine your swing with on-site golf instruction, supported by the resort’s driving range and golf facilities.

Join a friendly pickleball game at River Ranch, where the racquet facilities include dedicated pickleball courts.

Explore the property’s on-site hiking trails and take in the open-air rhythm of Carmel Valley without leaving the grounds.

Build strength and balance in on-site Pilates classes, part of the Ranch’s wellness-focused fitness programming.

Swim steady laps in the year-round saltwater lap pool at River Ranch, designed with four lanes for focused workouts.

Spend an all-ages pool day at River Ranch, where families can enjoy the year-round heated saltwater pool and kids’ splash pad.
Additional feeBook Spa Aiyana’s signature honey-based treatment, featuring honey harvested from the property’s own bee hives.

Visit the hilltop animals during a goat and alpaca meet-and-greet, a memorable Ranch experience for curious guests of all ages.

Let younger guests enjoy supervised camp-style fun at River Ranch, part of the family recreation area’s children’s programming.
Additional feeSpend the day at the famed aquarium on Cannery Row in Monterey, approximately 18 miles or a 30-minute drive from the Ranch.
Additional feeStroll the wide white sand at the foot of Ocean Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea, known for views toward Point Lobos and Pebble Beach.
Additional feeSample local wines at nearby Carmel Valley tasting rooms such as Bernardus, Folktale, Heller Estate Organic Vineyards and Cowgirl Winery.
Additional feeJoin a guided Monterey Bay kayak tour for a chance to spot sea otters, harbor seals and pelicans from the water.
Additional feeSet out by boat from the Monterey coast for whale watching in one of California’s best-known marine wildlife destinations.
Carmel Valley Ranch sits on nearly 500 acres with an 18-hole golf course, a golf driving range and golf lessons, 8 outdoor tennis courts, archery on site, hiking and biking trails, and 3 outdoor pools with sun loungers. There is also a full-service spa, Pilates classes, and a playground, making Carmel Valley Ranch a true activity-filled resort destination in Carmel, California.
Yes — Carmel Valley Ranch is positioned as ideal for families, with a playground on site, stroller availability, and babysitting or childcare available for a surcharge. Families can also enjoy the resort's pools and outdoor spaces, making Carmel Valley Ranch a welcoming home base for family vacations in Carmel.
Carmel Valley Ranch is designed to suit couples and wellness travelers alongside families, groups, golfers, and food-and-wine lovers. The resort's full-service spa, Pilates classes on site, scenic hiking trails, and quiet pool spaces give couples and wellness-minded guests plenty of ways to unwind at Carmel Valley Ranch.
Carmel Valley Ranch proudly welcomes guests traveling with dogs as part of its dog-friendly, family- and couple-friendly atmosphere. With open grounds, hiking trails, and outdoor spaces across its 500 acres, Carmel Valley Ranch gives dogs and their owners plenty of room to explore together.
Carmel Valley Ranch features 3 outdoor pools complete with pool sun loungers, giving guests of every type — families, couples, and groups alike — a relaxing place to swim and soak up the Carmel Valley sunshine between activities.
Golf is a signature activity at Carmel Valley Ranch, which offers golfing on site, a golf driving range, golf lessons, and a golf caddy service, making it a top pick for golfers visiting Carmel, California.
Wellness travelers at Carmel Valley Ranch can enjoy fitness facilities, Pilates classes on site, and scenic hiking and biking trails across the property, plus the resort's full-service spa for a complete wellness experience.
Yes, Carmel Valley Ranch offers 8 outdoor tennis courts along with archery on site, giving active guests and groups a variety of ways to stay engaged during their stay.
Beyond the resort, guests can enjoy nearby outings such as driving the 17-Mile Drive to photograph the Lone Cypress and spot harbor seals at Bird Rock, touring the Monterey Bay Aquarium, walking Carmel Beach, hiking Point Lobos State Reserve, and wine tasting at Carmel Valley wineries — all easily reached from Carmel Valley Ranch.
Carmel Valley Ranch supports groups and celebrations with conference space, a banquet hall, and wedding services, all paired with the resort's outdoor activities like golf, tennis, and pool access — making Carmel Valley Ranch a versatile destination for both leisure and gatherings.
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