California Central West
(PRIVATE)
Esalen’s springs, are no longer open to the public, and are now only available to registered guests and staff. Mudslides from storms destroyed the integrity and safety of the old baths. “THE BATHS ARE OPEN and they are magnificent! After four and a half years, several million dollars and a series of challenges that were almost insurmountable, the restoration of the Esalen baths on their original site at the source of the hot springs is complete.”
several outdoor hot baths, mostly modern wooden structures, some bathtubs, some under shelters. Fabulous coastal views.
clothing optional
fee $$$ (must sign up for classes or be a worker/employee of the facility, or a local.)
notes: It’s worth signing up for a workshops and paying for lodging just to enjoy the hot springs. See the website for the latest updates on construction and access to the general public (which is currently 1am-3am!). Please see Esalen’s website for details on the extensively renovated website.
address:Big Sur, CA 93920
how to get there: On Hwy 1, about 45 miles south of Monterey.
phone:
(info and seminar reservations) 831 667-3000; (1am-3am public access to hot springs, by reservation only 831-667-3047).
shelter: lodging, simple bungalows in a row for about $100/night. Also common rooms where one brings a sleeping bag.
food: wonderful tasty and health bolstering buffet for participants, made from the organic garden.
payment accepted: unknown
massage: yes, plus wide range of health and healing arts.
BUT better call ahead and check on the availability of this. Mostly these
services are only available for participants of the institute’s programs.
temperature: adjustable
links: www.esalen.org
http://www.esalen.org/place/hot_springs.shtml
California South