Luxury Healing Hotels Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067, United States
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know what hits you first at Rancho Valencia? It’s actually the smell – this amazing mix of eucalyptus and blooming citrus trees that just makes you stop and take a deep breath as soon as you step out of your car. I mean, the valet guys are super friendly (and honestly, you’ll want to use valet because finding your casita later can be… well, let’s just say the property is bigger than it looks online), but that scent thing really sets the tone for everything else.
The whole place feels like someone’s incredibly wealthy aunt decided to turn her estate into a hotel, but kept all the good stuff – the hand-painted tiles, those thick adobe walls that keep everything naturally cool, and gardens that look like they’ve been there forever even though you know someone’s out there at dawn making sure every bougainvillea is perfectly positioned. Your casita (and yeah, they’re all individual little houses) comes with this private patio situation that’s actually private, not like those “private” spaces at other resorts where you’re basically staring at your neighbor’s breakfast. The fireplaces work great too, which matters more than you’d think since Rancho Santa Fe gets surprisingly cool at night, even in summer.
What really gets me about this place is how they’ve nailed that balance between fancy and not-trying-too-hard. Like, the spa is legitimately amazing – I’m talking about treatments that actually do something, not just expensive ways to nap – but the staff won’t make you feel weird if you show up to dinner in jeans (though you’ll probably want to dress up a bit for Veladora, their restaurant, because the food is honestly worth the effort). The tennis facilities are pretty serious if you’re into that, and being tucked away on Valencia Circle means you’re close enough to hit Solana Beach or even La Jolla for the day, but far enough from the coastal crowds that you’ll actually sleep well. Fair warning though – if you’re looking for a party scene or tons of activities, this isn’t it. Rancho Valencia is more about really good wine, long conversations, and the kind of quiet luxury where the biggest decision you’ll make is whether to read by the pool or on your patio. That 9.7 rating makes total sense once you’ve been there – it’s the kind of place that just gets everything right without making a big show of it.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 9.3
Comfort: 9.8
Location: 9.5
Facilities: 9.5
Cleanliness: 9.5
Value for money: 7.8
Cecille from United States
pretty much everything. great staff. wonderful food.
Undine from United States
Fresh orange juice delivered to your door daily. AMAZING tennis courts and coaches for the tennis enthusiast. Beautiful setting and lovely restaurant.
Ana from United States
Joanne from United Kingdom
Maria from France
Lilly from United States
Stephanie from United States
Avraham from Israel
Ilana from United States
Hellmuth from Germany
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Spreckels Park: 9 km
- Horizon Prep Field: 3.4 km
- Torrey Meadows Park: 8 km
- San Dieguito River Park: 9 km
- Solana Ranch Elementary: 6 km
- Torrey Ranch NBRHD Park: 7 km
- The Nativity School Field: 3.2 km
- South Village Neighborhood Park: 7 km
- Black Mountain Ranch Community Park: 9 km
- Pacific Highlands Ranch Recreation Center: 6 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Veladora: 0 m
- Restaurant Pony Room: 0 m
- Restaurant Ranch Deli: 2.5 km
Top attractions:
- San Diego Botanic Garden: 18 km
- Torrey Pines State Reserve: 15 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Lake Hodges Dam: 13 km
- Peak Del Mar Mesa (124m): 9 km
Public transport:
- Train Solana Beach: 12 km
- Train Sorrento Valley: 16 km
Closest airports:
- Mc Clellan-Palomar Airport: 24 km
- Naval Air Station North Island: 40 km
- San Diego International Airport: 36 km
ROOMS
- King Suite with Garden View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
- Queen Suite with Garden View with 2 × 1 sofa bed and 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children
- One-Bedroom Suite with Garden View with extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
- King Suite With Spa with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
- One-Bedroom Suite with Spa and Fireplace with extra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
- Three-Bedroom House with 3 extra-large double beds for 6 adults, 2 children
- Three-Bedroom Villa with 2 × 2 single beds and 4 × 1 extra-large double bed for 8 adults, 2 children
- Queen Studio - Disability Access with 2 × 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children
- Studio - Disability Access with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 2 children
- Studio - Disability Access with 2 × 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children
- Suite with 3 extra-large double beds for 8 adults
FACILITIES
Bedroom:
- Alarm clock
General:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Car hire
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Bathroom:
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Transport:
- Public transport tickets Additional charge
Activities:
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/performance
- Themed dinner nights Additional charge
- Walking tours
- Tennis equipment
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club Additional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking Off-site
- Table tennis
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
- Tennis court
Living Area:
- Fireplace
Food & Drink:
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- 2 restaurants
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Free parking
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- Heated pool
- Salt-water pool
- Shallow end
- Swimming pool toys
- Pool bar
Entertainment and family services:
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Parking Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Street parking
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Check-in:
- From 16:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067, United States
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