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Fairmont Grand Del MarvsEstancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Both Fairmont Grand Del Mar and Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is preferred by most reviewers compared to Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa comes in at 88 with positive reviews from 11 reviews like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
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5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA 92130
From $350/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge "The Grand Del Mar is an opulent gem located in the serene hills of the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve."
Fodor's "Mind-blowing indulgence in serene surroundings... sets the opulent Mediterranean-style Grand Del Mar apart from any other luxury hotel in San Diego." Full review
Gayot "It's truly hard to exaggerate the opulence of this 380-acre property."
Star Service "Built on a grand scale and with the kind of attention to detail rarely seen, this lavish billion-dollar resort will appeal to travelers who love royal treatment. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "Rooms here can best be described as palatial, complete with marble bathrooms that include soaking tubs and separate standing showers." Full review
Jetsetter "Built in the tradition of the great 1920s Spanish Revival resorts, this manmade paradise is still in touch with Southern California's unspoiled nature." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"This palatial Mediterranean-style resort offers something for everyone." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"Elegant Mediterranean-style golf and spa resort adjacent to a 4,000-acre nature preserve north of downtown San Diego." Full review
Time Out "Grand is the perfect description for this hotel...features elegant Mediterranean décor with a sprawling golf course, 249 guestrooms, four heated pools, two tennis courts." Full review
Afar Magazine "Luxurious amenities and first-class service have landed Fairmont Grand Del Mar atop many best-of lists." Full review
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa Fodor's
Oyster Star Service Gayot
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Zagat Forbes Travel Guide Jetsetter Travel + Leisure
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9700 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
From $179/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "With its rambling California mission–style architecture and brilliant gardens, this resort on what once was a famous equestrian ranch exudes rustic elegance." Full review
OysterUpscale
"This 210-room hotel in picturesque La Jolla has lovely grounds and Spanish Colonial-style architecture." Full review
Star Service "A 15-minute walk from the beach, this contemporary take on early-California style lures business and leisure travelers with its sultry southern California style and breadth of facilities." Full review
Gayot "Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa includes almost ten acres of lush grounds (including 600 types of regional plants) dotted with low-rise adobe structures."
BlackBook "This lush property is a hidden gem. Mediterranean-inspired architecture and secret garden vibe. Mustangs & Burros is a must for fireside Margaritas."
Zagat4.3
"A "romantic" roost that "feels like a vacation" is how guests describe this "gorgeous" La Jolla resort, which boasts "serene" grounds."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is a serene retreat nestled among lushly landscaped gardens dotted by walkways, water features and graceful courtyards." Full review
Jetsetter "Horse-ranch-turned-resort in southern Cali with a spa, pool and lively restau-bar." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Rooms here are bright and spacious—the Estate and Presidential suites even come with their own private patios." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"The Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa can easily be judged by its cover: The hacienda-style property sits on 10 acres of well-manicured gardens." Full review
