With California’s iconic Highway 1 officially reopened, travelers are rediscovering one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal road trips just as summer planning begins. To celebrate the return of this legendary route, Monterey County’s oceanfront retreat, The Sanctuary Beach Resort, is inviting travelers to experience the Central Coast with up to 20% savings on stays from now through June 30, 2026, available through the new Highway 1 Journey offer, perfect for travelers planning scenic road trips and restorative getaways along the newly reopened highway.
Set directly between the Pacific Ocean and the protected Marina Dunes Preserve, the 60-room luxury oceanfront retreat offers a rare sense of seclusion and renewal guided by its signature “Disconnect to Reconnect” philosophy. Newly reimagined accommodations open to cinematic seaside views, creating a peaceful setting to step out of the car, breathe in salt air, and recalibrate after miles on the road. Guests can unwind with spa treatments, explore the coastline by e-bike, join daily movement classes, or gather around glowing beachfront fire pits before settling in for a meal at one of the most coveted seafood restaurants in the region, Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette.
Highlights of The Sanctuary Beach Resort Experience:
- (New) Highway 1 Coastal Journey Offer: Celebrate the long-awaited reopening of the iconic Highway 1 with up to 20% savings on stays through June 30, 2026. Perfectly positioned along Monterey Bay between the Pacific Ocean and the protected Marina Dunes Preserve, the 60-room oceanfront retreat offers a restorative stop along the legendary coastal drive, inviting travelers to slow down, breathe in the salt air, and experience the Central Coast at its most breathtaking.
- Burnout Recovery Journey (package starts at $609): Escape modern life’s stress with an immersive experience designed to combat tech burnout and aid weary travelers and professionals while embracing a ‘Disconnect to Reconnect’ mentality in a nurturing environment. Package highlights include a 90-minute Renewal Studio & Spa Rejuvenation, a custom sleep hypnosis audio produced by Traveling Hypnotist Podcast, which incorporates mindful techniques and ocean soundscapes recorded at The Sanctuary, and more.
- Refresh & Restore: Enjoy rejuvenating programming rooted in research-based healing at the new Renewal Studio & Spa and daily beachfront yoga & meditation classes.
- Ocean-to-Table Al Fresco Dining: Savor Central Coast-inspired dining featuring sustainable cooking techniques, locally sourced cuisine, stunning views, and a Pet-Friendly Pawtio Menu at Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette.
- Immersive Nature & Wildlife Excursions: Discover Monterey’s diverse ecosystems through guided discovery walks in the Marina Dunes Preserve with Big Sur Guides & Hiking, or embark on a guided whale-watching tour with Monterey Bay Whale Watch, led by expert biologists in one of the world’s best spots for viewing whales, dolphins, and seabirds year-round.
- California-Inspired Programming: Relish in the joy of nightly ‘BOND’Fires, weekend nature walks among the Marina Dunes Preserve, and Coastal Jazz Nights every Friday.
- Highlights Of The Sanctuary: Enjoy private access to a gorgeous stretch of sandy beach perfect for lounging, swimming (or cold plunging), beach bonfires, and all kinds of fun water sports, as well as the protected Marina Dunes Preserve on the other side of the water— a beautiful area for quiet strolls and picnics.
