The Grand Del Mar is a luxury resort in San Diego, California, set in the city's coastal foothills. Its architecture takes its cue from the Mediterranean, and the grounds are planted with mature landscaping that gives the property a settled, garden-like feel rather than a new-build look. Guests are offered views of the surrounding mountains from many parts of the site.
What a stay is like
The resort is built around its accommodations, which are described as elegant, and around a slower pace of day. Those who come for quiet tend to spend time on the grounds, while those who come for activity have the property's golf and spa services close at hand.
- Golf: the resort offers championship golf, a draw for players who want a full round without leaving the property.
- Spa: spa services are part of the resort's offer, suited to a restful afternoon or a treatment after a day outdoors.
- Setting: the mountain views and mature gardens make the grounds worth walking, whether or not you play or book a treatment.
Around the resort
The Grand Del Mar sits in the northern part of San Diego, so it suits a visitor who wants a base removed from the busier parts of the city. For a stay focused on the resort itself, its golf, spa and gardens provide most of the reason to come. Visitors who want to see more of the city will find that the resort is a comfortable place to return to after a day of exploring.