A classic California-coastal rancho setting on 10 acres conveniently located between the two quaint seaside villages of La Jolla and Del... more »
A classic California-coastal rancho setting on 10 acres conveniently located between the two quaint seaside villages of La Jolla and Del Mar and adjacent to world-class Torrey Pines Golf Course, Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa offers a range of upscale accommodations from charming rancho style deluxe rooms to expansive suites with world-class facilities and exceptional service.
Official Hotel Information
Location. Opened in 2004, Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa is a former thoroughbred equestrian estate located in La Jolla, Calif. The University of California, San Diego, stands one block from this property. Famed Torrey Pines Golf Course offers championship play one-and-one-half mile away. Hotel Features. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa was selected in 2006 by Condé Nast Traveler as One Of The World's Best Places to Stay. Surrounded by 10 acres of native California flora, this property displays ranch-style ambience reminiscent of southern California's Spanish heritage. Adobe El Restaurante blends locally grown spices and produce to create distinctive rancho-style cuisine. The Bodega Wine Bar offers wine tastings hosted by the Chef de Libations. A business center houses three computer stations. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel. The property includes 25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space. The hotel partners with Torrey Pines Golf Course to offer clinics and golfing opportunities with the pros. An outdoor splash pool features a seasonal bar, and a health club offers cardiovascular and strength-training equipment. Eucalyptus, lavender and citrus plants border a path leading to The Spa at Estancia. Treatments and activities include the Sunrise Yoga Class, signature massages and scrubs and night swims. The hotel hosts organized children's and adults' activities, and offers a Camp and Craft program. Guestrooms. This three-story hotel offers 199 guestrooms and 11 suites. Many rooms extend onto garden- or courtyard-view balconies or patios. Accommodations include complimentary high-speed wired and wireless Internet access, laptop-compatible in-room safes, and MP3 adaptors. Beds are dressed with 350-thread count sheets, down comforters and equestrian-style blankets. Bathrooms feature marble vanities, makeup mirrors and Estancia toiletries. Expert Tip. Fans of flamenco guitar gather on weekends at the hotel's Mustangs & Burros bar to listen to Rumba Flamenco performances. Gypsy King-style music and signature margaritas such as the Mighty Mustango create colorful evenings of entertainment. Resort Fees: Resort fees are determined by the hotel and are subject to change. Self parking is not available at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa. . .
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Very Poor service. Went to use the sauna in the Spa and had to pay extra. Thought that very mean. I understood that we would be able to use the steam room in the spa but apparently not and the Spa staff were none to nice about it. Nice ambience
Very Poor service. Went to use the sauna in the Spa and had to pay extra. Thought that very mean. I understood that we would be able to use the steam room in the spa but apparently not and the Spa staff were none to nice about it. Nice ambience
Very Poor service. Went to use the sauna in the Spa and had to pay extra. Thought that very mean. I understood that we would be able to use the steam room in the spa but apparently not and the Spa staff were none to nice about it. Nice ambience
35 year old with a luxury budget, traveling for leisure
I have so many complaints about this hotel its hard to know where to begin. From reading previous posts prior to booking my stay I was a little worried about the service aspects of this hotel but scored a great deal and was willing to take a chance
Gorgeous!! by jeff c. at InsiderPages
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Posted Dec 09, 2008
Excellent
My BF surprised me with a little mini vacation and booked our stay here. The room was big and beautifully decorated. The gardens were beautiful and the pool area was nice and relaxing although crowded. Short walk behind the hotel puts you right on ...
Our stay at Estancia was peaceful,
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Posted Oct 15, 2008
by Thomas D.
Excellent
Our stay at Estancia was peaceful, refreshing and romantic. The grounds were beautiful and were only surpassed by the friendly service of the staff. We will return for further weekend escapes.
Beautiful place but BE warned!!!!!!! I am local resident and I found that the spa director was very rude and inconsiderate. I handle a disabled man who has a ...
Even though the resort is elegantly
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Posted Sep 07, 2008
Okay
Even though the resort is elegantly appointed, it didn't make up for the spa service. Having been to several DH&R resorts, this one left me lacking - which it shouldn't have, considering the price and location. The spa locker room was a mess,...
excellent service lush landscape
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Posted Jul 18, 2008
Excellent
this hotel is so beautiful, the layout, the landscape, the rooms, the views, the pool....it was truly amazing. The staff was very helpful and cheerful and definately went "the extra mile". Having known that my husband and I were to be...
I purchased a luxury spa treatment (3 package) for my wife as a birthday gift. She was very excited to lounge by the pool prior to and following her treatments, only to find out that the Spa guests are not allowed to use the pool area. When I was...