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Hilton San Diego Gaslamp QuartervsRancho Valencia Resort & Spa
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa comes in at 85 with praise from 11 publications including Jetsetter, Travel + Leisure and Concierge.
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Frommer's
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Oyster
401 K Street, San Diego, CA 92101
From $146/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "At the foot of the Gaslamp Quarter and across the street from the convention center, this hotel is ideally situated for both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Fodor's "The moment you experience the cozy lounge spaces and wood accents of the Hilton's modern and sophisticated lobby, you realize this isn't your run-of-the-mill chain hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Beautifully appointed rooms with down comforters, loft apartments, and individual attention from the staff make this downtown’s best choice."
Star Service "This hotel is the most contemporary and stylish of Hilton's 10 San Diego-area properties between downtown and La Jolla." Full review
Gayot "Includes all the abundant amenities expected from a Hilton plus a beauty salon, outdoor heated swimming pool, meeting facilities with a full-service business center and on-site, 24-hour fitness gym."
Oyster Upscale
"The upscale Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is located near the convention center and draws many business travelers." Full review
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
Concierge Fodor's
Jetsetter DK Eyewitness
BlackBook
Forbes Travel Guide
Travel + Leisure Gayot
Afar Magazine
Mr & Mrs Smith Show All Reviews
5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
From $699/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Casitas of various sizes—49 of them—are secreted within 40 acres of citrus groves and flowers in this quiet, relaxed, and luxe resort 25 miles north of downtown."
Fodor's "Luxurious, two-level, Spanish-style casitas, appointed with corner fireplaces, luxurious carpeting, and shuttered French doors leading to private patios." Full review
Jetsetter "45 acres of gardens, olive groves, and relaxation at the only Relais & Chateaux property in SoCal." Full review
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More active types can choose between tennis, yoga, and biking, then select from among seven types of massage in the spa.
DK Eyewitness "Bougainvillea cascades over the Spanish casitas in this stunning resort. Many rooms feature cathedral ceilings, private terraces, and fireplaces."
BlackBook "This exclusive Rancho property boasts world-class tennis courts, not to mention an award-winning spa where you can sweat it out during a Pilates sesh or indulge with a his-and-hers treatment."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Located in the canyon of Rancho Santa Fe on 40 manicured acres of rolling hills, this relaxing retreat is just minutes from the charming boutiques and cafés of La Jolla." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The all-suite Rancho Valencia Resort opened in 1989 in a bougainvillea-and-hibiscus-filled canyon 25 miles north of San Diego and remains southern California’s only Relais & Château property." Full review
Gayot "This romantic, Mediterranean-Mission-style resort is tucked away in Rancho Santa Fe."
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Make sure to indulge in some pampering at The Spa, arguably one of the most beautiful in the country with its Spanish tile work, lush gardens and fountains.
Afar Magazine "Spanish colonial fountains. Roaring outdoor fireplaces. Brightly colored bougainvillea vines and hibiscus flowers. Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, Southern California’s only Relais &..." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Tucked up from the Pacific Ocean in San Diego horse country, Rancho Valencia hotel is as impressive as a prize-winning thoroughbred." Full review
