The Sunset Lounge at the Hyatt in Carmel Highlands boasts exquisite cocktails set against a breathtaking view.

For the past decade, Bryan B. has been mixing drinks at the Sunset Lounge while simultaneously enjoying some of the best whale-watching views. The bar provides an incredible vista of the ocean, similar to the high-end restaurant it shares its location with, but in a more casual setting. “The green flashes are truly amazing to see,” says B., who prefers to go by just his last initial.

That’s why there is a compelling case to be made that this bar is best enjoyed in the winter, when sunset arrives along with happy hour. Post up at Sunset Lounge