Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa is a luxurious escape nestled in the heart of Rancho Santa Fe, offering guests 49 hacienda-style suites, private villas with dedicated staff and memberships that include access to the tennis program and fitness center. The resort boasts a Forbes 5-star rated spa with a vast array of wellness and fitness choices, including yoga and Pilates, massage, facial and body treatments and hydrotherapy. Guests can also participate in a variety of activities located outside the resort's gates. The resort’s signature restaurant, The Pony Room, showcases Rancho Valencia’s commitment to fresh and sustainable culinary practice and the resort offers curated experiences, exclusive events and beautiful venues for weddings and corporate events. Tennis enthusiasts can take advantage of the resort’s top-ranked tennis program.
The Fairmont Grand Del Mar has an exceptional staff who provide guests with great customer service. The staff are described as warmly gracious, polite and amazing and many guests feel that they receive personal care and attention. Although there are a few complaints about slow response times from pool staff and Amaya service and some guests describe stand-offish or rude valets, most guests have very positive interactions with the staff. Some even describe genuine conversations with them that are kind and caring. Overall, the staff of Fairmont Grand Del Mar is praiseworthy for their exceptional hospitality.