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Fairmont Grand Del MarvsL'Auberge Del Mar
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Fairmont Grand Del Mar is the choice of most writers compared to L'Auberge Del Mar. Fairmont Grand Del Mar comes in at 83 with positive reviews from 9 sources such as Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide and oyster.com.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Concierge
Fodor's
Gayot
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide
Hideaway Report
Time Out
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA 92130
From $350/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
"The Grand Del Mar is an opulent gem located in the serene hills of the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve."
"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
"It's truly hard to exaggerate the opulence of this 380-acre property."
"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
"Rooms here can best be described as palatial, complete with marble bathrooms that include soaking tubs and separate standing showers." Full review
"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
4 Stars
"This palatial Mediterranean-style resort offers something for everyone." Full review
94.0
"Elegant Mediterranean-style golf and spa resort adjacent to a 4,000-acre nature preserve north of downtown San Diego." Full review
"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
"Luxurious amenities and first-class service have landed Fairmont Grand Del Mar atop many best-of lists." Full review
L'Auberge Del Mar
Concierge
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
BlackBook
Zagat
Lonely Planet
Jetsetter
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Time Out Show All Reviews
1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014
From $370/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
"It's a family-friendly 5.2-acre spread with two nice pools, spacious decks, and terraces with Pacific views."
Luxury
"The 120-room L'Auberge Del Mar is one of the top hotels on the Southern California coastline." Full review
"Join the list of Hollywood notables who relax at this boutique hotel and spa near the Pacific. The rooms feature marble baths and many have private balconies and fireplaces."
"The jewel of Del Mar village has never been so fresh or chic, thanks to a mega remodel."
4.5
""A little bit of heaven in upscale Del Mar", steps from the beach and with "gorgeous" views of the Pacific, this "hip", "elegant" boutique is a "splurge" but "worth it"."
"L’Auberge continues a tradition of European-style elegance with luxurious linens, a spa and lovely grounds." Full review
"Estate-style grace complemented by views of the Pacific, an award-winning restaurant and a private path to the beach." Full review
"This unique seaside hotel is located near the race track in the cozy beach community of Del Mar."
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Guests can walk to dozens of trendy local eateries, but with restaurants KITCHEN 1540 and seafood-centric Coastline on-site, they may also choose to stay put.
"This seaside hotel has stunning views, outdoor fire pits, and a bustling nighttime bar scene." Full review
"With gorgeous views of the Pacific, it also houses signature contemporary restaurant Kitchen 1450...all 121 guestrooms offer coastal, garden or village views with their own balcony or patio." Full review