My wife has been going here since she was 5 years old and our family has gone every year for the last 13 years. However we probably won't ever return. The last time we went it was clear the new general manager cares more about her bottom line then her guests. It's really sad that the owners let this happen, it used to be such a special trip and we all felt like family. The General manager has lost some incredible staff including the lead wrangler. Our last trip was so disappointing in how far down hill everything has gone. House keeping was slow and often did not get to our room until after 3:00. The grounds were not well kept compared to years past, the amazing staff that has left we're replaced by inexperienced people who did not seem to get the guests. The general manager is rude and disconnected from the long history of the families who have come through the Alisal. Sadly our family won't be returning after years and decades. read more

top-notch Wine country getaway. Love the quaint luxury of the cottages. Beautiful landscape, serene and rejuvenating. Close to shopping/wine tasting in Solvang (if you are looking for a good time) and Los Olivos (if you're looking for wine quality). At dinner our server Lucio made our experience. He was so wine knowledgeable and attentive. We will be back :) read more

This place is perfect for families and kids. We went for a friend's birthday celebration with over 80 guests and they did a great job taking care of us. The rooms are cozy, the pool is warm, food good and trail riding was fun. I especially liked the fact that tips are included and I was not having to pay a la carte for anything. Spring is best for weather. Bring your bike if you like cycling. read more

My husband and I wanted a Covid safe getaway to celebrate his birthday and The Alisal Guest Ranch was the perfect place! We got a very good price on a golf package but it included so much more! A delicious beakfast and dinner was included each of the three days we stayed there, as well as alcoholic beverages at dinner! There were also many amenities we didn't take advantage of (horseback riding, pool, lake and fishing, spa) but provided a beautiful backdrop to this amazing property! The two golf courses we played were very enjoyable and beautiful, especially the private Ranch Course. Our room was spacious and comfortable and we enjoyed the fireplace each night. The staff went out of their way to assure that all of our needs and wants were met. A big shoutout to Primo in the dining room, who was funny and very attentive. Yadera in housekeeping helped us immensely as my husband left his laptop charger in the room and she had it mailed it back to us right away! All in all I would HIGHLY recommend The Alisal Guest Ranch as a wonderful getaway destination! We will definitely go back again! read more

Our family took a mid-week trip to solvang just to check this place out. We were not disappointed. Our room was cozy and comfortable, the service was great, the pool and jacuzzi were open even though it was raining. What an experience for my two young boys: riding a horse, petting area, feeding chickens and bunnies, dressing up for dinner. My husband and I will surely be coming back with the boys next year. We are looking forward to being part of the hay ride, rodeo, etc. can't express how much fun and lovely experience it was. read more

Beautiful Place To Stay For A Getaway. Enjoyed Horseback Riding, Walks, & Wonderful Dinners. So Much To Do Here!

We stayed here recently and overall had a good time. Very expensive and can't say we would return. The resort offers many activities for families. If you are looking for a romantic get-away be mindful that this is a popular repeat destination for extended families to meet. Lots of kids PROS - beautiful tennis courts, peaceful setting, excellent bike tour guide (shout out to Doug!), fairly good food at dinners, good dusk owl walk (shout out to Jay!), views on horseback rides are amazing CONS - during our stay there was a stone cutting saw going for almost our whole stay (fireplace fix?), roof work being done on cottage across from us for two whole days with no notification from management (on either the saw or the roof work) or offer of some type of compensation for the huge inconvenience (loud, blocked cars from getting out), coffee not available on grounds until almost 6:30am...we are early risers (rooms have no TV so early bed is almost a given) and in-room coffee makers don't cut it, tennis match up with locals was very lopsided even though we were clear about our playing level, washing machine had exposed screw which caught a shirt and tore huge hole - notified housekeeping and they didn't seem to care, went to book spa appointment about 1 month in advance (same time as when we were contacted by concierge to plan itinerary) - spa staff was not very accomodating or friendly and had extremely limited appointment options with no offer to call us if there was a cancellation, upon checkout we were just told "well we hope you come back", extremely uncomfortable lumpy bed BTW - a survey with this information was submitted and the resort never contacted us or acknowledged receipt...sorry...at $700 a night (closer to $850 with $105 "service charge"??? and $32 "bed tax" and other taxes) you can't have stone saws and roof work going without so much as a mention to your guests...at one time this resort was likely an amazing experience. It still has some good offerings but a high price for past reputation/nostalgia read more

A wonderful place. We rode horses and the trail guides and wranglers are really superior, great horses and trails, wonderful scenery. Our room was excellent, the food outstanding. Everything is beautifully kept, a nice groomed landscape (lawns, golf course, rose gardens), and then a more natural look at the perimeters bordering on the wild land and pastures. It was a wonderful escape for a few days. read more

We first discovered The Alisal in 1983 on a trip to Solvang with relatives, and we've been there almost every Spring since. First let me say that this is not a place for those who prefer ostentatious luxury. The Alisal is expensive, and some might expect high thread count sheets, massive flat screen TV's, and expansive room service. They provide none of these, not even a phone in the room. And if you want to use AT&T cell phones, be forewarned they don't have coverage in the narrow valley that houses the resort. What the Alisal has, in spades, is a big property with 150 horses, a 300 hundred acre lake, two golf courses, roominess for all, two very nice golf courses (One by Billy Bell, constructed back in the 50's), a spa, great food, tennis, and a laid back environment with friendly staff (Yes, they ARE friendly, as opposed to some comments I've seen posted in these reviews). I would call this place "Ranch Friendly". Understated, and very, very comfortable. The decor must be "Walt Disney Western", with Pendleton bedding. Nothing fancy, just understated western furnishings. If you like the $1,000 suites in Hawaii, and can't stand anything else, this might not be your cup of tea. And, a bunch of the ranch cabins are duplexes lined up along a large green space. The cabins might have housed cowboys who worked on the old 10,000 acre spread in the old days, or maybe not. The dressing area of the bathrooms definitley was designed with the ladies in mind. Want to play horse shoes? Check. Volleyball? Check. Two rounds of golf in one day? Check. Be with a convivial group of friends that all arrived together? Check. Anyway, we've loved the place sine we first found it, and still do. So much so that we trek down from Oregon to spend time there. read more

We were lucky enough to stay at the Alisal back in May with our 2 year old. She loved all the open space to run around and the property is beautifully maintained. The rooms are spacious, rustic, yet comfortable. We loved having a separate living area and a second half bath with access from the living room. Staff was accommodating and welcoming. Dinner menu changes nightly and was delicious. My husband loved the breakfast buffet, but you could also order off the menu. I believe it was sold out or close to it when we were there, but it did not appear busy at all. Can't wait to go back! read more

This place is very expensive but it is worth it. The food is great. The horseback riding is good but if you have a bad back then don't do it. read more

A memorable 50th Birthday weekend in the worst way! For a family of 7, 6 of us were brought to tears! This was truly the worst birthday present/celebration. Would not recommend this resort if you are looking for service. The birthday cake that was pre ordered and confirmed to be ready, was NOT and we had NO birthday cake. The pie they last minute wrote Happy Bday on was spilled on my sons lap and the waiter laughed and humiliated him. Nobody tried to fix the issue and the General Manager would not even speak with us. A true disaster. We ended up leaving read more

Avoid at all costs. For the price, you can get a penthouse suite in almost any city. Best I can figure, people from LA consider this an outdoor experience. It's a summer camp at best. Hasn't been updated in decades. The dining is the opposite of fine. read more

Perfect getaway for someone like me who likes spending lots of time with family outdoors golfing, playing tennis, fishing and horseback riding. I've only had good experiences with the food here. If you can't live without spending lots of time watching tv, or spending time on your computer or phone on vacation then the Alisal is probably not the place for you. read more

A unique experience unlike any other. This place is a hidden gem that has something for everyone. Visited Alisal in March for a retreat and had an amazing time. The cowboy breakfast is a must. A scenic hay ride(or horse ride if you're game) to a bountiful breakfast amongst a grove of moss covered sycamores. We ate near a meandering stream. The fluffy biscuits and gravy are to die for! The breakfast was complete with a cowboy serenading us and a cowboy poet. Later in the day I visited the spa for hands down...the best massage I've ever had. Back to the room to freshen up and then off to Los Olivos for wine tasting and tasty charcuterie with my group. The next day we had a delicious private buffet on premises and private line dancing lessons. We had such a fun time! All arranged by Alisal's general manager Kathleen Cochran. She made our trip so special. I highly recommend Alisal for unique and memorable family vacation, romantic get away or group gathering/retreat. You will walk away with a refreshing and memorable experience. read more

I had a fantastic stay, everything was perfect. The staff were super nice and the food was amazing. Highly recommend!

Alisal was highly recommended by several peeps in my network of well-traveled. After many months of selling real estate and working effectively for my clients, It was apparent I needed some downtime... a getaway was in the cards! I was imagining horseback riding, hiking, and kayaking, so I kept hearing about "Alisal Ranch near Santa Barbara in Solvang". I studied their great website, and booked a few nights. We drove a few hours and there we were. We stayed in a rustic cottage w/stone fireplace, a big comfy king size bed, surrounded by super big framed B&W photos of cowboys on horseback and cattle taken decades earlier on the property, a 10,000 acre cattle ranch. We arrived, it was perfect moderate temps on a sunny California day, screen door to the porch left open, I put my bags down and fell asleep instantly for several hours. I've never done that before, but this place felt like a home for my soul that I had a lifetime ago.. like grandma was there, baking pies or something.. it was like going back to a simpler, carefree time. No TVs, No Phones. And they offer plenty of activities. My favorite - Hundreds of well-cared for, good looking quarter horses, A few canoes and kayaks, and for those who love to get up early and go fishing ~ the lake is stocked with bass of different types. There is Golfing w/choice of 2 golf courses. A huge gorgeous pool area. A big Spa that includes a variety of special treatments as well as Yoga & Pilates classes, etc. After hours of horseback riding~ the sights, sounds, & smells, with big sky, mountain, & canyon views.. I rediscovered my posting skill on my sweet horse named "Switch"... Daily hike on the hillside loop, approx 2hrs that offered more mountain, canyon, & valley views. We enjoyed breakfast & dinner in their special Ranch Room, men must wear dinner jackets. One morning we drove a few minutes to downtown Solvang for a visit to their great independent bookstore - apparently in business over 40 years itself called, "The Book Loft". The managers were super friendly, gave us recommendations. We enjoyed reading in the evenings. No TVs, No Phones, but they do offer WiFi, altho I barely touched my laptop. it was super special place for the perfect down-to-earth getaway, a blast to family style resorts of the 1950-60s.. simply awesome* read more

We spent 6 days here in August and had a wonderful family vacation. We've never been on a Ranch vacation and everyone - my in-laws, us and the kids- had a great time. The fun never stopped. I think people have pretty much covered all the cool things to do here. It's really a family place and a great place to entertain multi-generational groups. My in-laws had their own separate room (which was one of the newest and was very nicely appointed) and enjoyed two days of golf. They liked that it was relaxing, no one had to worry about cooking and my MIL took the shuttle down to Solvang for window shopping twice. My husband got in a hike and played tennis. He signed up for a group lesson but no one else showed so he had a private lesson and loved it. He got to talking to the tennis pro and he set up my hubby with a friend to play. Hubby has never gotten to play tennis on a family vacation before so this was just the best for him. I guess even better because he beat the guy (who is really good) and then the guy wanted to play again (he loss the second time) so he was stoked to get in three days of tennis! My daughter also played "pee-wee" tennis and Walt and the teen girls that played with my daughter were great. She had fun! The horse riding was amazing. They have so many trails! My daughter who rides horses, was in heaven! We did a group trail ride and two breakfast rides. I used to ride and was able to keep up with her as the the horses are well trained. The wranglers are personable and all the little girls just love all the girl wranglers - which I thought was great for them to see strong confident women doing something they love. We had Haddie twice and my daughter loved her. My younger one was too little for the horseback riding but was able to enjoy free pony rides and hung out at the barn. You can pick eggs each day and on your last day they will send some home with you. You can spend hours hanging with all the animals in the barn. One day they brought out a mini petting zoo in the parking lot with snakes, iguanas, rats, birds, etc. The kids loved it! It wasn't on the schedule so it was a nice surprise. Speaking of schedule, this place is like being on a cruise without the sea sickness. There's a full schedule of events, with something for everyone. Teen night at the lake, family movie on the lawn at night, astronomy talk for the kids after dinner, craft room for the kids, pool games, archery, tennis lessons, the list goes on. If you don't like the scheduled stuff, there's so much else to do (catch the shuttle to Solvang, for example) but it's okay to do nothing too! We spent some time doing just that at the pool or at the lake! I really could go on about all the fun things we did. But I think you get my point. There are three downsides to this place. While the property is immaculate and just amazing, the rooms are a bit "rustic". No AC, no TV, no phone, and depending on where your room is Wi-Fi is a bit spotty. Not sure when some of these bed spreads were last washed. But I took it as part of the ranch experience. The other downside is that nearly everything you do is ala carte. Other dude ranch vacations we looked at had all the activities included. This place is not cheap to begin with and then to add on each activity adds up. And lastly, it's REALLY hard to get in. There are families that have been coming for YEARS. Like we met an 11 year old girl that said it was her 11th year there. Returning guests get priority for the same week the following summer. And most people make their reservations when they check out. I can tell you that my MIL was thinking this is a one-time deal but after a great week, she was sitting down with the reservationist on our last day trying to reserve for next summer! (sadly, we're on a wait list because we need to move a week earlier for 2013 and there's no space) All in all, if you can get in, you'll have a great time. The staff is wonderful. The food is good and the experience you'll have is tops. Experience the great outdoors in this beautiful ranch! read more

I have been coming here for 52 years straight! It's the best place to take a vacation and totally relax. Food is fantastic and what's great is there are no TVs in your room which helps bring the family together. My kids Love it here and have been coming every year since they were born. Now they are bringing their kids my grandkids. All I can say is it's the best place to take a vacation. read more

We used to go here every year as a large extended family. I can tell you the food was very good upscale resturant style, however they don't provide any lunch so you end up overeating breakfast and diners, I would always gain whieght after comming here like eating 2 buffet meals every day your there. The activities are mostly for young children and there is no nightlife except a casino which is a car drive away from you. If you have a bunch of young kids and you don't mind putting on a few extra ponds go for it. I would like to also mention the rooms are lacking very basic and the beds are crap no airconditioning only fans for thoose going in the summer be prepared it gets real hot there in August. For the cost of the rooms and food and activities I would say it is way overpriced. Many of the activities they charge extra for, over 500 a night in a dorm room like a college kid you would think they could include all activities for free read more

I think I got lucky. When I made our reservation to come down to visit Alisal Ranch and play a couple of rounds of golf I was informed that I got the very last Select Studio that was available for our dates. So I gave her my credit card data and she said they would be charging the cost of the stay immediately to which I agreed over the phone with the person in the reservations department. I gave her my email address and asked for a confirmation of my room rate and date of arrival and departure which she said she would provide to me shortly. Long story short. No confirmation email which motivates me to call back and as luck would have it, I get the same girl on this call. Oh, she says, I am so sorry but our email service and everything else technical around here has been out of service for a while and we hope to get things back up and running soon. And by the way, we are currently having an issue with our hot water and room heating systems. This is not coming to the surface after I have made the reservation and they have accepted full payment. Well, when do you expect to have these matters fixed?, I ask. Any day now . Its been out for a while but don't concern yourself we can take $100.00 of the room price and we have placed a bunch of portable outdoor showers within walking distance of your room. However , there is still no heat in room but not to worry it is warm down here. So, I am now a little curious. Portable showers. How does this work. Is the water brought in with a garden hose? Where does the water flow to from these shower stalls? Like right next to them when you step out on to the bare ground. Since there is no gas they must be electrically powered so I imagine there must be all sorts of electrical cord going to the 40 showers spotted here and there. I hope the rooms have robes and slippers so as to make the journey without getting arrested as a flasher. I hope I don't catch something in the shower since they told me that the house keepers will be stopping by periodically to clean them from time to time. When I brought these errors of omission to her attention, after having made the reservation the previous day, I asked her if she thought it was acceptable to not disclose this condition prior to making a reservation and it sort of went like well, I am telling you now. That's when I cancelled out and felt like a had just dodged a bullet. One other little item she failed to mention which showed up by email (it must be working suddenly) was a notice of the amount having been charged to my card with an additional $350.44 for service charges and tips for everyone who works there which never was disclosed at the time I made the reservation. Also, since I make the reservation just the day before , they have a cancellation policy which charges you $100.00 per day if you cancel out 30 days or earlier before your arrival date and then if it is cancelled later than than (within 30 days) you forfeit the whole amount they have placed on your card. After learning of all the pitfalls waiting to come down on us, I insisted that I be provided with a written proof of cancellation just in case the written word trumps the verbal promise. And yes, I got it. That plus a copy of an internal communication telling her co worker that this guest is a "bear" and he needs to chill out. Very careless. Sometimes these kind of remarks can come back and bite you when it gets out to the public as to what you really think when your unfair practices become known. By the way, they finally admitted they have no idea when they will get the gas lines repaired but don't forget ,you will get $100.00 taken off the bill. That seems fair. Sure. read more

I reached out to the guest ranch in hopes of obtaining a proposal for my fiance and I's wedding for September 2019. Our wedding date is going to be a Thursday, which I had mentioned in my original online request. I submitted my request on Friday April 13th and did not get a response back until the following Thursday. That response listed off dates in March and April and in October (all of which have nothing to do with my September date requested) but anyhow. I emailed her back and said it sounds like you do not have my date available to which she replied she did not look close enough at the date. That's all fine and dandy since I have been known to do the same thing. She asked if I would like to see a proposal and I said absolutely (this was Friday April 20th, the day after her initial reply back). Come May 1st, I still had not heard back from her. I sent her an email and told her I was very disappointed with the lack of responses and the amount of time it took to even get an initial response back. I told her to just forget about the proposal and that I would be looking for other guest ranches in the area to host my wedding! My mother-in-law was the one who suggested I take a look at this place and later had told me she read horrible reviews about the customer service. Now I know what she was talking about! Bad customer service and EXTREMELY expensive rates. read more

Beautiful Dude Ranch. Great for family. Great public spaces for families/guests to mingle. All meals were delcious and up to par. The service at restaurant, bar, and spa were impeccable. Will be back next year and every year. Can't wait to come back! The hayride to breakfast buffet on Saturday mornings is super fun for kids and all of the family so make sure to do it during your visit. Thanks Alisal Ranch, can't wait for next year:) read more

Beautiful setting, great trail rides (nose to tail family groups), breakfast ride was entertaining (cowboy poetry/songs), food was very good, fishing for bass productive & golf course pleasant. It is a very kid friendly place with many families. The children really enjoyed the pool. I was very disappointed in dated room--2 stars (peeling paint & moldy grout were surprising.) I recommend lugging your golf clubs ($40 for 9 holes) & tennis racket ($20) because only the horses are included in the package. We also rented a little fishing boat which was great fun. read more

Two friends & I spent the weekend here for the first time. It is like another world - scenic, peaceful, relaxing, wholesome. We did the breakfast horseback ride that was fabulous - saw deer & coyote. We hiked the trail, swam in the lovely fresh water pool, did line dancing. We enjoyed the great service, comfortable & spacious room, and delicious food. read more

This is a great place for a family reunion or a group of families to come together. The dinners are really, really good. Lots of activities to keep youngsters engaged. My wife had a tremendous massage. My daughter loved the farmyard especially the guinea pigs!! I found Solvang to be disappointing but there is no reason to leave the ranch. You don't need to love horses to enjoy your stay. I liked the rooms but found ours to be a bit dark and dated. Study the material they send to you before going to optimize your stay. read more

My husbands family has been coming to Alisal for over 40 years. I can now count 34 years. It is a place that has obviously become a family tradition. We now count over 20 people in the family that come and enjoy a week. The Alisal has everything. If you want to just sit by the pool and read. Fine. Play tennis, they have that. Horseback riding, golf (2 golf courses), a spa and gym. The kids activities are endless. They have night time kid and teen activities so the adults can have some quiet time if they wish. My children grew up going here. My son was 2 weeks old when he first came. They are now in their 20's and they plan their vacations around the week at Alisal. We see the same families year after year. We have become friends, attended weddings and funerals. I have watched other young kids now grown, bringing children of their own. Comments were made on the decor. Maybe some of it could be updated, but things don't happen overnight. Our bathroom was just redone. So I imagine that will happen throughout the resort. Change takes time, especially since they have to make any alterations when the room is empty. And we have found the employees to be very courteous and friendly. Never have we run into an issue with someone being sullen and rude. Highly recommend. read more

We took our two boys (ages 10 and 8) to this place at the recommendation of a friend. Boy was this trip a fun one! We have gone to various places and it's this place that gets brought up all the time especially by my very high maintenance 8-year old. The great thing about Alisal is that it is just absolutely beautiful and such a relaxing environment...that is, if you want it to be. We did pretty much everything--the horse back riding, archery, air soft rifle (if that's the correct way to say it) and fishing with a personal guide who was FANTASTIC. These activities did not come cheap but they were worth it. We only stayed for two nights having crammed everything into one day because we arrived on Friday night and had to cram everything on Saturday so that we could leave early Sunday. We paid the price for it as both boys felt ill by the end of the day, especially my 8 year old and he ended up getting sick all over the bath room floor--soooo close but missed the tub by less than a foot. It was because of pure dehydration and exhaustion. But, yet, he still talks about this being one of his favorite vacations. Because our boys weren't feeling well at all, we asked if we could get our the food via room service. Boy, did they go all out to bring our hot prime ribs!!! Yay! And they were quick to get somebody to clean up the restroom for which we were very, very thankful. This eating in our room was a blessing because we found out that we were required to dress up for that dinner but we didn't know that and didn't pack accordingly. The horseback ride was fantastic. We were in the beginners group and were told that these horses knew from the moment you sit in the saddle whether you are a beginner or not. Well my horse must've put it in his mind to ignore my commands as he refused to move away from edge of a steep part of the ride (which was just once in the entire ride. Needless to say, even though it was a wonderful experience, I could not get myself to ride again the next day). After riding for a bit, what a nice surprise to have gotten off of our horses for a break only to have this beautiful breakfast spread of fresh fruit, yogurt and hot coffee! This was followed by a very yummy hot breakfast. Nope, no Costco muffins here folks. They had people preparing pancakes hot off the griddle. Soooo good. It was certainly a deluxe breakfast which I wasn't expecting at all given how long we had ridden and how far away we were from the ranch. I loved coming here and would recommend it. There are no TV's or Wi-Fi connection so be prepared to do what we all should do more often and that is to cherish the time with your loved ones without the distraction of electronics! read more

What a truly amazing place!! We had been trying to get a reservation for a weekend that worked with all of our schedules and finally it happened. We just returned home yesterday from a truly spectacular 3 day weekend at the ranch. Horseback riding, air rifles, lake activities, pool, crafts for kids, wide open spaces of just amazing countryside, great food and the best customer service we have had hands down to date. Thank you so much to the barn staff that helped us with all the horseback riding and making my young kids feel comfortable the entire time. A special shout out to Thomas and Katherine as well. We look forward to coming back very soon. read more

The Alisal is an amazing place to connect with nature and your family. There are so many options that everyone can do something they enjoy. The staff is willing to go the extra mile to make sure you and your family have the best possible stay. The food is creative and delicious. The horses are well taken care of and fun to ride. The grounds are beautiful and the scenery is refreshing. From fishing to swimming, gold to horseback riding, we have gone over 8 years now and every time I leave I still feel like there was more I wanted the do the next time we come back. read more

This is a shout out to Gillian and Margaret in Reception! You two are amazing!! Yes, the Alisal Guest Ranch is beautiful and I give it 5 stars as well but my time there would not have been enjoyable were it not for these 2 ladies that saved me from complete embarrassment. I arrived with a missing top front tooth (completely broken off in transit biting into a Snickers bar)on the evening of December 23rd, 300 miles from my dentist! I hid in my room that night and then went to the reception desk in the morning to see if they could be of any help in putting me in touch with a dentist that might see me on Christmas eve day. Let me tell you that both of these ladies were very sympathetic to my plight and started making phone calls right away, all the while coordinating who would be calling who and which dentist should be avoided etc. It was a matter of minutes before they secured someone to see me that same morning. A couple of hours later, I returned with a perfect, albeit temporary, fix that allowed me to smile throughout the rest of the holiday. Thank you Gillian and Margaret! The Alisal certainly ought to be proud of your caring and efficient client support! With your help, I was able to enjoy my time there! read more

We just got back from the ranch and my kids are missing it already! If you truly want to "get away from it all" this is the place to go. And you won't find a more beautiful place - the propery is gorgeous, well maintained, rustic without being to "hokey" and the staff is friendly and attentive. Some family favorites included Air guns, hay ride to the pancake breakfast (a must) and fishing on the lake. We can't wait to return next year! read more

I finally had the pleasure of taking time off of work and spending time with my family at the alisal ranch. My family has been going there for years, and I am happy I was able to see it. The property is so beautiful, from check in to check out, everyone was so helpful. We went horseback riding, Tony the wrangler was awesome!! Then we went golfing, played tennis and even had time for the spa. My love is for the food and wine. I had the greatest time enjoying family conversations at dinner with a glass of the best wine in town. The manager Mike Beers was so helpful in telling us all about the wine and made us feel so special. I cant wait to come back next year. Thanks to my family for making me go. read more

Spending perfect time here with my friends . Amazing place with peace and rest . Trails are great . 5 star from me !

I was going to book this place for my birthday as I've always wanted to stay at a ranch. I was just popping in to look at it. I was so excited, but left in a funk. I walked to the horses. The man there asked if I had any questions. I said yes. He said "I'm very busy now and I can't help you." Very busy to have a five minute conversation? You're a rancher. I ended up speaking w a tween who was rude. I went to the front desk next. Five ladies talking to each other. The one who gave me attention shoved paperwork at me and called a bellman to show me a studio. He was not pleased to drive me around and it was awkward. I was trying to make conversation, but he was not having it. The rooms are worse than motel six. In fact, I checked into my Marriott courtyard and it was way nicer. I don't mind rustic, but nasty is unacceptable. Not for $600 a night. Shame on you Alisal. You just lost an easy $1000. read more

Seeking a unique escape from L.A.'s hustle, we booked the Ranch Alisal ~ this hidden gem delivered in every way! Moments after arriving you will feel as though you stepped back in time and learn that most guests you're riding or line dancing with are generational and have been coming back to the Ranch year-after-year for decades. Comfortable studio lodging trim the main property, while the expanse of the family-owned ranch boasts breathtaking outdoor beauty that can be enjoyed with various activities that include: horseback rides, archery and canoeing, pool, horseshoe, arts-and-crafts, and sipping wine on our front porch. Wonderful breakfasts and dinners are included in the room rate which make for a seamless experience. Responsive front desk and staff. Knowing you've discovered a special place, you'll be booking your next trip back before you say goodbye. Alisal Guest Ranch will leave you and your family with an unforgettable experience! read more