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Location  +  Accommodations  + 

Holistic emotional healing experience on the California Central Coast

Once registered, we will begin to choose

your workshops.

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​Accommodation Recommendations

We invite you to choose your own accommodations, as this is a very personal experience. However, we have suggestions on venues that will be sure to amplify your experience and align with our workshops.

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Simply click below!

Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel Cottage Retreat

https://www.carmelretreats.com/overview

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Best For: 

Historic Beach Cottage Home + Guest House, Seclusion, Privacy, Morning Downtown Walks Downtown, Beach Life, History & Nostalgia, Garden Setting, Charm

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Price Range:

$357 – $800 per night*

 

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La Playa

https://www.laplayahotel.com/

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Best For: 

Beach Getaway, History & Nostalgia, Tucked-Away, Cozy, Garden Views, Spanish Charm, Morning Walks to the Beach

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Price Range:

$390 – $886 per night*

Carmel Mid Valley

Carmel Valley Ranch https://carmelvalleyranch.com/

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Best For: 

Resort Life, Seclusion, Spa Life, Valley & Forest Views, Golf Lovers, Smores(!), Hawk Spotting, Hiking, Tree Swings &

Lavender Fields

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Price Range:

$637 – $1,474 per night*​

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The Quail Lodge

https://www.quaillodge.com/

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Best For: 

Resort Life, Seclusion, Valley Views, Golf Lovers, Proximity to the Refuge, Quail & Bunny Spotting, Flat Walks, Land Cruiser Driving Experience

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Price Range:

$222 – $320 per night*​

Carmel Valley Village

Bernardus Lodge
https://www.bernarduslodge.com/

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Best For: 

Resort Life, Calm, Spa Life, Valley & Vineyard Views, Croquet, Hawk Spotting, Rose Garden, Morning Walks in the Vineyard

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Price Range:

​$464 – $590 per night*

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Holman Ranch

https://www.holmanranch.com/guest-rooms

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Best For:

Old World Charm, Seclusion, Walks with Vineyard Views, Private Estate Ambiance, Rustic Elegance, Immersion in Nature

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Price Range:

$379 – $428 per night*

Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa
https://www.portolahotel.com/

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Best For: 

Downtown Life (still mellow), Historic Wharfs, Buildings and Gardens, Boats, Spa Life, Ocean Views, Refresh, Sea Lion & Otter Spotting

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Price Range:

$205 – $299 per night*​

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Monterey Beach Hotel

https://www.montereybeach.com/

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Best For: 

Beach Life, Dolphin Spotting, Ocean Views, Seclusion, Calm, Morning Walks in the Sand, Firepits & Sunsets

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Price Range:

$138 – $253 per night*​​

Marina

The Sanctuary Beach Resort

https://www.thesanctuarybeachresort.com/

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Best For: 

Beach Resort Life, Bird Watching, Ocean Views, Seclusion, Calm, Morning walks in the Sand, Jazz Nights, Bonfires

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Price Range:

$360 – $842 per night

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* All prices are based on annual numbers taken from Kayak.com. Please inquiry with the property of choice to ensure the correct pricing for your stay.

Monterey Carmel Carmel Valley PEBBle beach Pacific grove & Marina

These are other stunning, terrific spots to help you saturate into your personalized experience at Humm Well. Please let us know how we can help you decide on your ideal location.

For more info on all the things our beautiful Peninsula has to offer, as well as how to travel sustainably and care for your destination, please check out:

SeeMonterey.com and 
Sustainability on the Peninsula

What to bring? Download our ideal packing list below.

Humm Well - the wellness portion of Humm Creative, is located on the stunning and history-rich Monterey Peninsula.

 

With an undeniable effect on the body, mind, and spirit, our coastal corner becomes an active part of your healing—scientifically supportive, energetically potent, and endlessly awe-inspiring. Prepare your breathe to be taken away!

🌊 Ocean & Coastal Air

  • Ocean water, sea spray and misty air has negative ions, which can elevate serotonin levels & boost mood

  • The sound of waves helps regulate brainwaves and nervous system rhythm

  • Promotes emotional release, clarity, and connection to intuition

  • Walking barefoot on the sand (earthing) balances electromagnetic stress

🌬️ Air & Atmosphere

  • Clean, ocean-filtered air supports lung health and oxygen intake

  • Expansive vistas help shift perspective and relieve mental clutter

  • Salt-infused air improves respiratory function and energy levels

  • Slower pace of life encourages nervous system downshifting

🌲 Forests & Trees 

  • Forest bathing (Shinrin-Yoku) reduces cortisol and anxiety

  • Trees emit phytoncides—plant compounds shown to boost immune function

  • Heightens sensory awareness to reconnect your natural rhythms

  • Encourages grounding, reflection, and calm focus

  • Exposure to forest environments increases serotonin and dopamine, easing symptoms of depression and anxiety

💧 Rivers, Springs & Coastal Watersheds

  • Flowing water mirrors emotional release inviting inner movement

  • Used in somatic therapy and meditation to aid clarity and renewal

  • Symbolizes and supports energetic cleansing

  • Cold rivers and misty air stimulate circulation and presence

🔥 Fire & Elemental Transformation

  • Thermal heat and natural sulfur (from nearby volcanic geology) support detoxification and inflammation relief

  • The region’s geological fire history holds deep metaphorical wisdom—purging the old to nourish the new, symbolizing rebirth, willpower, and inner strength—igniting personal transformation

  • Deep-sea hydrothermal vents—underwater “hot springs” influence mineral composition and electromagnetic activity 

Central Coast Seasons,
"Land of Layers"

Spring


Summer​

Autumn


Winter

Holistic emotional healing experience on the California Central Coast
Spring

Temp Range:

55–70°F (13–21°C)

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Vibe: 

Fresh, green, and full of renewal. Coastal fog begins to lift, wildflowers bloom, and the hills are alive.

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Ideal For: 

New beginnings, emotional clarity, and creative inspiration.

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Optimal Adventures:

  • Wildflower Superblooms along Garrapata, Fort Ord, and Toro Park trails

  • Baby harbor seal birthing/sightings (March–April at Point Lobos) Please be quite when watching.

  • Hiking in Carmel Valley or Big Sur—before summer crowds

  • Relaxed visits to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and quiet forest paths

Soulful transformation retreat with intuitive guidance and nervous system support
Summer

Temp Range:

60–75°F (16–24°C)

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Vibe: 

Paradoxically cool on the coast due to marine layer (“June Gloom”), but warmer and sunny inland in Carmel Valley. 

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Ideal For: 

Playful movement, beach rituals, and outward joy.

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Optimal Adventures:

  • Beach picnics in Carmel-by-the-Sea or Garrapata State Park or in Sunny Carmel Valley's Garland Park

  • Kayaking & paddle-boarding in Monterey Bay

  • Bask in the warmth of sun-filled meadows and coastal overlooks

  • Attend outdoor wellness markets or seasonal cultural fairs

Soulful transformation retreat with intuitive guidance and nervous system support
Autumn

Temp Range:

55–80°F (13–27°C)

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Vibe: 

Locals call it 'Indian/2nd Summer'—often the warmest, clearest months, especially in September and October.

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Ideal For: 

Integrating growth, grounding, and

re-centering.

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Optimal Adventures:

  • Hiking and ocean views are stunning and uncrowded

  • Indian/2nd Summer beach days in Carmel, Monterey and Asilomar

  • Attend nature-based seasonal workshops and local harvest events

  • Bird migrations and wildlife watching increase

Soulful transformation retreat with intuitive guidance and nervous system support
Winter

Temp Range:

45–60°F (7–16°C)

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Vibe: 

Misty, cozy, and contemplative. The pace slows down and the coast becomes as dramatic and magical as the Winter skies.

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Ideal For: 

Inward reflection, nervous system reset, and deep rest.

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Optimal Adventures:

  • Gray whale watching peaks January–February

  • Storm watching along the cliffs of Big Sur

  • Thermal spa days or cozy retreats in the forest

  • Hiking between winter rains—trails are lush and green

Packing List
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

What to pack?

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