Since its opening in 1989, the award-winning Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa – Southern California’s only Relais & Châteaux property – has garnered a reputation as one of the West’s most sought-after five star resorts.
A sanctuary of good living tucked away on 45 acres of lush gardens and olive groves, this Mediterranean-inspired, all-suite property near Del Mar, California underwent a complete renovation in 2013 including remodeled guest casitas, a brand new restaurant and new bar, and completely remodeled meeting space, as well as major enhancements to The Spa and fitness center.
2020 and 2021 brought about further enhancements to our San Diego resort, including a major renovation of the gorgeous Forbes 5-star rated Spa which has just reopened its doors to our members and resort guests with an expanded fitness center, locker rooms, lounges, and retail area, and a beautiful new salon.
Among the property’s offerings are 49 luxuriously appointed guest casitas with private patios, rejuvenating spa treatments and a wellness-oriented fitness program at The Spa, two distinctive restaurants – Veladora and The Pony Room – showcasing Rancho Valencia’s farm-to-table philosophy, and an award-winning tennis program.
ACCOMMODATIONS
When you escape to the picturesque Rancho Santa Fe resort and spa of Rancho Valencia, you are treated to timeless Mediterranean ambiance and a refreshing residential experience.
Amid the inviting courtyards and bubbling fountains, our hotel’s 49 authentic, hacienda-style suites – which we lovingly call our casitas – are the embodiment of sophistication, pampering you with an artful mix of comfort and privacy, with individual HVAC systems offering the ultimate in comfort and safety.
Each spacious hotel suite boasts rustic custom furnishings, romantic lighting and a private garden patio overlooking the olive groves and surrounding canyons of the Rancho Santa Fe area.
AGAVA SUITE
When you escape to the picturesque Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa, you are treated to timeless Mediterranean ambiance and a refreshing residential experience. Wake up to a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice and a newspaper delivered to your door each morning.
Pamper yourself with luxury bath products. In the evening, immerse yourself in romance with a glowing fire and a bottle of wine on the private patio of your hotel suite in San Diego.
Our luxuriously appointed, 900 square-foot Agave studio suites feature sumptuous custom furnishings, 600-thread-count Fili D’oro linens, Frette terry, down bedding, and your choice of natural or hypoallergenic pillows.
Your cozy indoor fireplace, barista bar, customizable complimentary minibar, heated Japanese commode, Sonifi streaming system, state of the art 65- inch LG flatscreen television, top-line queen pullout couch, and spacious walk-in closet are our standard in all resort casitas.
Enjoy fresh-squeezed orange juice and newspaper of your choice, delivered each morning, on your private patio appointed with two chaise lounges and a breakfast table.
Cozy up into your evening with nightly turndown service, 24-hour in-room dining, and a magical night’s sleep on your Stearns and Foster mattress. The Agave suites at our 5 star San Diego hotel feature a deluxe King or two Queen beds.
CASA VALENCIA
Escape to the lush oasis of Rancho Valencia Resort, where you are treated to the timeless authentic Southern California ambiance of Casa Valencia, and a sumptuous, luxury, private residential experience. Wake up to fresh-squeezed orange juice and a newspaper delivered to your door each morning.
Pamper yourself in the deep soaking tub, slip into your private outdoor pool and spa, and In the evening, immerse yourself in romance with a glowing fire and a bottle of wine on your spacious private outdoor patio at our 5 star San Diego hotel.
This lavish five-bedroom, 5,860 square-foot private residence combines Mexican-Morroccan styling with absolute luxury and offers unrivaled space for your entire family, group, or retreat.
Expansive, lush, beautifully landscaped outdoor areas include a sparkling pool and loungers, outdoor kitchen, dining, and seating areas, designed to encourage celebration of life and inspired gatherings.
An inviting living room and separate indoor dining area provide luxurious space to unwind, while a full gourmet kitchen, stocked to your wishes, with additional seating provides the perfect backdrop to host your next event.
Private chef and concierge services can be arranged to attend to every need. Casa Valencia offers five uniquely designed bedrooms with custom furnishings and gorgeous artwork.
Two king master suites, 2 king bedrooms, and a flexible 5th bedroom with two double beds provide the perfect private escape after a full day of endless activities at Rancho Valencia Resort and the surrounding San Diego area.
There is no need to forego your daily fitness routine or resort camaraderie while enjoying Casa Valencia. Work out in your own private gym, or take your Rancho Valencia golf cart to the Spa for a fitness class.
All the amenities of our world-class, 5 star San Diego hotel, combined with the elevated luxury and exclusivity of your own private retreat, create the perfect atmosphere for your next escape to Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa.
THE HACIENDA
Escape to the lush oasis of Rancho Valencia Resort, where you are treated to the timeless authentic adobe ambiance of The Hacienda and a refreshing private residential experience. Wake up to a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice and a newspaper delivered to your door each morning.
Pamper yourself in the deep soaking tub, slip into your private outdoor pool and spa, and In the evening, immerse yourself in romance with a glowing fire and a bottle of wine on your spacious private patio.
Nestled in a perfectly private setting, this magnificent, 5,000-square-foot adobe home represents the finest in San Diego luxury hotels accommodations in all of Southern California.
Well-suited for an intimate honeymoon hideaway or small group retreat, The Hacienda offers a full kitchen, wood-burning fireplaces in almost every room and three separate bedroom suites, each with a deluxe private bath.
SPA HOUSE
Escape to the lush oasis of Rancho Valencia Resort, where you are treated to the timeless authentic Southern California ambiance of Spa House, a sumptuous, luxury, private residential experience.
Wake up to fresh-squeezed orange juice and a newspaper delivered to your door each morning. Pamper yourself in the deep soaking tub, slip into your private outdoor pool and spa, and In the evening, immerse yourself in romance with a glowing fire and a bottle of wine on your spacious private outdoor patio.
This lavish 4-bedroom, 4600 square-foot private residence, rooted in the beloved style of our resort casitas, offers a relaxing, spa-like escape. Soft, luxurious neutrals accented with authentic hacienda-style ironworks and vintage tiling will transport you immediately to that special magic of Rancho Valencia.
Spa House offers a lush, beautifully landscaped, tranquil outdoor area that includes a sparkling pool and loungers, outdoor barbecue, dining, and seating areas, all designed to encourage inspiration, reflection, and cherished time with friends and loved ones.
An inviting living room and indoor dining area provide luxurious space to unwind, while a full gourmet kitchen, stocked to your wishes, provides the perfect backdrop to host your gathering. Private chef and concierge services can be arranged to attend to every need.
Spa House offers four uniquely designed bedrooms with custom furnishings and gorgeous artwork. Four king bedrooms provide the perfect private escape after a full day of endless activities at Rancho Valencia Resort and the surrounding San Diego area.
There is no need to forego your daily fitness routine or resort camaraderie while enjoying Spa House. Work out in your own private gym, or take your Rancho Valencia golf cart to the Spa for a fitness class.
All the amenities of our world-class resort, combined with the elevated luxury and exclusivity of your own private retreat, create the perfect atmosphere for your next escape to Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa.
THE VILLAS
The Villas at Rancho Valencia make living in an exclusive resort environment a dream come true. Twelve very private villas set at the heart of Rancho Valencia Resort offer five-star services and world-class amenities.
Delight in the comfort and intimacy of this one-of-a-kind community, complete with a dedicated staff to service your every need. The Villas offer 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a full kitchen and living room.
With spacious private patios featuring outdoor dining and a fireplace, there is ample luxurious space for the entire family. Enjoy all resort amenities from the comfort and luxury of your home away from home.
COASTAL RANCH CUISINE
Welcome to Rancho Valencia. Where lush citrus and olive groves meet sunset skies dotted with hot air balloons. Where cuisine is intentionally crafted using, seasonal produce sourced directly from California’s family farms, fisherman, and ranchers.
It all adds up to an exceptional dining experience that is far from the ordinary, and simply perfect. Our talented culinary team, led by Executive Chef Joshua Holt, works personally with some of the country’s most notable farms to source the elements for Rancho Valencia’s cuisine, ensuring only the best ingredients and freshest flavors possible at our restaurants.
Veladora brings together stunning valley views with Coastal Ranch cuisine in a captivating, candlelit modern hacienda setting, while The Pony Room serves up craft tequilas and cocktails alongside rustic American cuisine for lunch and dinner.
THE PONY ROOM
The Pony Room is a favorite among locals and resort guests alike. In addition to a wide selection of locally brewed craft beers and 100 variations of tequila, the Pony Room also serves one of the area’s most impressive collections of high-end wines and hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind signature cocktails.
REIN POOLSIDE DINING
Introducing Rein, a poolside oasis where swaying palms, liberal libations, and cool cabanas come to play.
A lush retreat, complete with newly minted cabanas and a fresh menu of signature Rancho Valencia bites and cocktails, Rein is the ideal pairing for a weekend away from it all. Keep cool with a refreshing selection of Rosé and dive into our menu of delicious Coastal Ranch Cuisine.
PRIVATE CABANAS
Reserve your own private oasis to experience Rancho Valencia’s adults-only spa pool at its finest. Your lush cabana retreat, complete with newly minted furnishngs and amenties is just steps away from Rein, our newest poolside dining venue offering a fresh menu of signature Rancho Valencia cocktails and Coastal Ranch Dining. Sun, swim, & spirits are calling.
ENJOY
Patio space with two lounge chairs, shaded area with plush furnishings, TV and Bluetooth headphones, complimentary bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival, bottled & sparkling water, coconut water, fresh fruit bowl, signature banana bread, VIP wait service, Coola sunscreen amenity, access to Rein menu.
THE CULINARY GARDEN
Nestled between the Casitas and Olive Groves, our Culinary Garden, headed up by Master Gardener Nora Mitchell, focuses on bringing hyper-seasonal produce to our Food and Beverage program.
Whether it is heirloom tomatoes for a gazpacho, borage flowers to adorn a simple salad or chili peppers for an infused spicy margarita recipe, we aim to highlight the very best our climate has to offer.
Come see what is growing and enjoy an opportunity to meet other guests on the property whilst sipping a sundowner under the olive trees. We are also thrilled to offer our “Green is Gold” culinary class on the 3rd Wednesday of every month.
Set to the backdrop of our Culinary Garden, Executive Chef Josh Holt guides you through the process of creating versatile herb-based salsas that can be used in unlimited ways to bring freshness and vitality to many a dish – a true ace up your culinary sleeve.
Rancho Valencia Master Gardener Nora Mitchell will also be on hand to answer any herb-related gardening questions you may also have. Includes a light lunch.
CULINARY MASTER CLASSES
Coming Soon! Join us in the Culinary Garden for our series of Master Classes brought to you by our Executive Chef Joshua Holt and Master Gardener Nora Mitchell.
Under the shade of our olive trees, learn how to create versatile salsas using just–picked garden ingredients, grow health-benefitting herbs, and taste your way through all things agave with our unique tequila and mezcal pairings.
IN-ROOM DINING
Bring our Costal Ranch cuisine to your casita and enjoy our sumptuous offerings in the comfort of your own space. Whether you wish to curl up in bed with your breakfast or enjoy a romantic dinner for two on the patio, we are delighted to tailor your experience.
Enhance your visit with our collection of signature in-room amenities from tea and cake to champagne and caviar. It is the perfect way to add a touch of luxury to your stay or surprise a loved one.
THE SPA
Tucked away amid lush gardens and olive groves lies an enchanting oasis of self-discovery, wellness, fitness, and relaxation—The Spa at Rancho Valencia.
Celebrating the revitalizing benefits of herbs, flowers, oils, and minerals that make up the world’s canvas, The Spa offers tempting choices to soothe the spirit, rejuvenate the body and enrich the mind.
Every detail at our Forbes 5-Star rated Southern California spa resort is meticulously tailored to create the ultimate destination for wellness and tranquility, starting with the basics like freshly-made organic fruit and vegetable juices, to the Serenity Yoga Pavilion, Pilates studio, advanced exercise programs, and fitness sessions hosted by top-tier wellness professionals.
The new, enhanced 5-star Spa (as if it could get any better!) includes an expanded state-of-the-art fitness center, brand new Salon with blow-dry, manicure and pedicure services, expanded retail area and expanded men’s and women’s locker rooms, lounges, and relaxation area. We are thrilled to welcome you back!
FITNESS
The Spa offers a full spectrum of daily fitness programming for all levels, including Yoga, Pilates, Cardio, Sculpt, TRX, Restorative, Aqua, and Outdoor classes, and a state-of-the-art Fitness Center. For your fitness optimization, private and semi-private instruction is also available in all modalities.
POOLSIDE
A poolside oasis where swaying palms, liberal libations, and cool cabanas come to play. A lush retreat, complete with newly minted cabanas and a fresh menu of signature Rancho Valencia cocktails, Rein is the ideal pairing for a weekend away from it all.
YOGA
Experience the pleasure of a yoga session designed to improve your health, strength and flexibility in our new Serenity Yoga Pavilion. Visit our event calendar for upcoming workshops ranging from Yoga Nidra to Healing Yoga.
PILATES
For all fitness levels, Pilates has been known to improve range of motion, flexibility, circulation, posture and abdominal strength, as well as decrease back, neck and joint pain.
Be sure to reserve your spot for pilates classes as space is limited. We kindly ask that Pilates class cancellations be made no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled class time.
HYDROTHERAPY
A Guided Hydrotherapy Circuit is the therapeutic use of different water temperatures. The purpose of these therapies is to increase heart rate, blood flow and respiration, thus flushing the internal organs of toxins. The increased blood flow increases circulation throughout the body.
Fresh oxygenated blood brings nourishment to all of the cells of the body. Deep breathing opens and cleanses the lungs. Rancho Valencia’s Hydrotherapy Circuit offers these therapies in a tranquil and lush atmosphere with outdoor steam, sauna, cold plunge, and hand-painted tiled whirlpools with soothing fountains.
TENNIS
14 beautiful Plexipave championship courts, 2 European Red Clay courts, and 4 Pickleball courts provide a world-class players’ experience for all levels in a stunning oasis of lush gardens and orange groves.
WEDDINGS & CELEBRATIONS
The perfect place to begin your life together, the resort combines romantic gardens and groves for special moments, stunning accommodations, glowing lantern lit pathways, relaxing couples’ treatments at The Spa, and the ultimate in dining and service.
And, with our dedicated concierge team to ensure that every moment is simply breathtaking, there is no better place to get married or honeymoon in the San Diego area than the Forbes’ 5-star rated, Relais & Chateaux Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa.
Intimate courtyards privately tucked away, trickling fountains, pristine lawns, dramatic views, and award-winning cuisine set the stage for your perfect San Diego wedding celebration and reception.
And your dedicated wedding specialist will work closely with you so that every detail is anticipated and every luxury arranged – from the planning and reception to hot air balloon landings and a horse-and-carriage sendoff.
And, after the celebration, you and your guests can easily escape to the comfort and relaxation of our luxury San Diego resort’s spacious casitas. Ensuring your wedding day is as perfect as you dreamed. As you prepare for the most memorable day of your life, decisions abound.
Guest lists. Music. Venues. Dining. One simple choice you can make to ensure a truly flawless wedding is Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa.
Whether you’re having an intimate event for 10 people or a lavish wedding for up to 500 guests, the 45 acres at Rancho Valencia create an elegant and remarkable setting for unforgettable year-round San Diego weddings and wedding receptions.
COLLABORATE, CREATE, CONNECT
Far from ordinary, simply perfect. Book your next San Diego corporate, executive, wellness, or incentive retreat at Rancho Valencia and enjoy the exceptional 5-star service and ultra-luxury your team deserves.
Rancho Valencia’s inspiring and unique event venues open through windowed doors to spacious outdoor patios, terraces, and lawns designed for private events.
Whether a small meeting or hotel buyout, our indoor/outdoor meeting and event spaces combined with our spacious, private casitas make Rancho Valencia the perfect resort to host your team this year.
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa’s onsite experiences focus on wellness for individuals and groups. Complimentary daily fitness classes include Yoga, Pilates, spin, TRX, and more. A world-class tennis program with 15 tennis courts including 2 European red clay courts and pickleball.
Pinarello bicycles, nature trails among 45 acres of lush grounds, olive and citrus groves and culinary gardens, bocce ball, sport court basketball, croquet. Complimentary access to two pools, steam, sauna, hydrotherapy circuit, fitness gym with strength and cardio equipment, and Peloton bikes.
Group adventure experiences including sailing, surfing, ocean kayaking, paddle boarding, ballooning, electric bike and skateboard touring, and horseback riding lie just outside Rancho Valencia’s gates.
Located just 24 miles north of San Diego International Airport (SAN) and 17 miles south of McClellan-Palomar Airport, your San Diego meeting attendees will escape to a true Southern California oasis with all-suite accommodations, curated Coastal Ranch cuisine, a Forbes 5-star spa, renowned tennis program, and access to neighborhood private, premier golf courses.
EXPERIENCES
Taking full advantage of the year-round sunny climate of San Diego, Rancho Valencia Resort offers guests access to a variety of experiences both on and off our beautiful property.
Explore the beautiful surroundings in Rancho Santa Fe and pedal off with our resort bicycles. Take in a yoga class to enhance your practice and attain a sense of inner calm. Hit the courts at our top-ranked San Diego tennis facility to work on your serve.
Sail San Diego Bay on a luxurious sailboat, whisk down to the Valle de Guadalupe wine country on a private helicopter, go behind the scenes and cheer on the ponies at the Del Mar Races, float above the hills of Rancho Santa Fe in a hot air balloon, or simply take a picnic to the gorgeous beaches of North San Diego County.
Experience all Southern California has to offer with these (bespoke, curated, Rancho Valencia-style) day excursions.
365 DAYS OF GOLF IN SUNNY SAN DIEGO
Guests of Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa receive privileged access to the best San Diego golf courses, all within minutes of the resort. Enjoy access to the most expansive, lush fairways of private and public world-class golf courses in the San Diego area.
The wide variety of golf courses provides even the most demanding golfers with an opportunity to play every type of course imaginable.
Among them, the famous Torrey Pines Golf Course, Del Mar Country Club, and The Farms Golf Club. Guests of Rancho Valencia may enhance their game with complimentary use of our brand new Callaway Golf club sets.
PLANT, NOURISH, GROW, LEARN
Please inquire with our Concierge to design a variety of custom day trips. Choose from a day at the beach, sailing San Diego Bay on a luxury sailboat, a helicoptered tour of the gorgeous Baja wine country in the Valle de Guadalupe, or a serene hot air balloon ride over the hills of Rancho Santa Fe. Our year round sunny San Diego weather offers endless options for every season.
Led by our Culinary Gardener, Nora Mitchell and Executive Chef Josh Holt, explore the gardens with our monthly “Green is Gold” culinary classes, held the 3rd Wednesday of each month in our Culinary Garden.