Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
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About this property
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa is a five-star Relais & Chateaux property in Rancho Santa Fe, California, situated within a 15-minute drive of Del Mar Racetrack and Del Mar Horsepark. The resort comprises 49 individually decorated guestrooms designed for comfort and privacy.
Each guestroom features a fireplace, premium bedding, and a sofa bed, with a private patio overlooking the grounds. All rooms are equipped with cable programming and DVD players for entertainment, while wireless internet access is available for a surcharge. Private bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking tubs and complimentary toiletries. Guests consistently rate the accommodations highly, with a comfort rating of 4.8 out of 5.
The resort offers two on-site restaurants serving a range of cuisines, with local breakfast available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. A bar and lounge and a poolside bar provide relaxation and refreshment options. Room service is available 24 hours a day for added convenience.
Recreational and wellness amenities include a full-service spa offering massages, body treatments, and facials. Two outdoor pools, 15 outdoor tennis courts, a sauna, and a steam room cater to active guests. The resort also provides complimentary bicycles, fitness classes including yoga and pilates, tennis lessons, and a playground. Additional services include concierge assistance, a hair salon, gift shops, and babysitting available for a surcharge.
The location benefits from proximity to major attractions, with LEGOLAND California 18.9 miles away and La Jolla Cove 20.7 miles away. San Diego International Airport is 24 miles distant, while McClellan-Palomar Airport is 15 miles away. Guests rate the location at 4.7 out of 5 based on 132 reviews, with 93.6% recommending the property.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and runs through 11:30 PM, with check-out at 12:00 PM. The property welcomes all pets for a charge of $150 per stay, excluding food and beverages. Pets are not permitted in dining areas, and guests are responsible for any damage or noise-related complaints. The resort is smoke-free and offers wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout, including parking, public areas, the spa, pool, and dining venues.
Location & nearby attractions
Del Mar Horsepark - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Del Mar Fairgrounds - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center - 9.6 km / 6 mi
Del Mar Racetrack - 10 km / 6.2 mi
A Balloon or Biplane Adventure by California Dreamin' - 10.7 km / 6.6 mi
Del Mar North Beach - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi
Del Mar Beach - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi
Solana Beach - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi
Cedros Avenue - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi
Del Mar Dog Beach - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Fletcher Cove Beach Park - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
Seagrove Park - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Belly Up - 12.4 km / 7.7 mi
Cardiff State Beach - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi
The nearest airports are:
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 30.8 km / 19.2 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 31.5 km / 19.6 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 45.6 km / 28.3 mi
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 40.2 km / 25 mi
The preferred airport for Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- The property allows all pets. They are welcome at a charge of 150 USD per stay excluding food. Pets not allowed where food is served- and guests are responsible for damage and noise complaints.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: USD 60 per accommodation, per night
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 60 for adults, and USD 20 to 60 for children
- Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 60 per night (rates may vary)
- Pet fee: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees<
Know before you go
- Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.