Bernardus is located in Carmel Valley, about a 25 minute drive inland from Carmel by the Sea. The village of Carmel Valley with shops and restaurants is 2 miles away.
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The hotel is comprised of a series of low rise stucco buildings in provencal shades of terra cotta, mustard and saffron set in peaceful gardens of lavendar surrounded by vineyards. Bernardus also has a winery and tasting room, they produce delicious pinot noir, chardonnay and other wine varietals from the organic estate.
The rooms are mini suites with a fireplace, sofa, coffee table and easy chair in the sitting area, a round dining table and two chairs nice if you have breakfast in the room and one or two very comfortable beds with fine linens. The t.v. is hidden in an armoire as is the closet.

The spacious bathroom has a bath tub for two, a large walk in shower, double sinks in a marble vanity and a separate toilet alcove. Bath products and deliciously scented lotions are in large refillable containers in lieu of the usual small hotel toiletries bottles which waste a lot of plastic and are not considered the "green" option these days.
The spa is peaceful and well equipped with a warm, friendly staff and a very comfortable relaxing room leading to a large warming pool set in a walled garden. The large swimming pool is heated in winter and can be used for laps even on a chilly day, just dash into the steam or sauna to warm up afterwards, all complimentary to hotel guests, even if you are not having a facial or massage, although why miss these special treatments while you're here?

The casual restaurant, Wickets, serves a good breakfast or lunch in a pub like room or on a large patio adjacent to the croquet and bocce lawn with a stone fireplace to warm a cold morning. Casual dinners are also served here and they make a tasty burger of pizza.

The formal dining room offers superb cuisine and service in a correct but non stuffy atmosphere. Plan ahead and reserve one of their seasonal special event dinners.
The restaurant food and service deserves a separate review.

The staff is well trained and friendly, from the valet car park men, to the room maids, front desk staff, a warm smile and a sincere greeting is offered each time you interact or pass them on the grounds. The conceirge knows all the best local golf, tennis, dining options.

This is a perfect get away, business retreat or honeymoon hotel, go to the website for special offers and more information about this delightful small luxury country inn.

My husband and I stayed at the fabulous Bernardus Lodge to celebrate our anniversary last August. It was absolutely perfect! The staff was extremely attentive and courteous. The grounds are very lovely and peaceful. We enjoyed an afternoon playing bocce ball with other guests and then sipped wine in front of the open fireplace in the courtyard later that evening. We also played tennis at the tennis courts and lounged by the pool! We hope to return again soon!

Just spent three nights at the Lodge -- it was wonderful.
The staff really seems to want to provide you with the best experience possible, and largely succeeds.
Spacious room, quiet location,lots of nice touches and "included items" {e.g. glass of wine at check-in, free wine and snacks in the room, and two bottles of cold water placed in the car upon our departure.
For a top quality experience it was very reasonably priced.

This place is the ideal place if you want to get away and unplug for the weekend or more. From the moment you arrive to the when you leave you are taken care of. Our car was always a step away, the room was always clean and stocked. Their staff was friendly and service was excellent. I love their spa room!!!!! Can't complain about anything except I wish the bed was like the Four Season. Would recommend for relaxation, couples retreat, wedding and more.