Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa effortlessly blends five-star luxury with the spirit of Southern California in its guest casitas and restaurants. Nestled in a private enclave in Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Valencia is sought out for its spacious, hacienda-inspired accommodations and lush grounds. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel an unmistakable sense of comfort in this relaxed yet refined, sophisticated yet understated atmosphere. And, with a year-round sunny climate, it’s perfect for enjoying a variety of outdoor activities.
Hotel Tip
Enjoy a tequila tasting at The Pony Room. The head bartender will share his knowledge on a few tequilas from their collection. –Haleigh Scott Dallas, TexasVirtuoso Preferred Supplier Since 01 Jan 1993
Virtuoso Amenities
For 2025:
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Reviews and Recommendations for Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
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Rancho Valencia is a winner!
By: ABailey
Reviewed on: 17 Oct 2014
Cristina Buaas planned a beautiful trip for us to Rancho Valencia, in Rancho Santa Fe, CA this past September. What an amazing property! The casitas are decorated and furnished with beautiful, comfortable, high quality fixtures and the gardens throughout the property provided a lush and relaxing atmosphere for our 3 days away from reality! The Veladora dining room is beautifully decorated and provides and very comfortable surrounding to enjoy the chef's delicious menu! Daily, we enjoyed the world-class tennis facility, the intricately tiled spa and the tasty poolside lunches, below sky-high palm trees. Taking advantage of their Porsche-for-borrow program was especially memorable on our dinner out to La Jolla and sightseeing in San Diego. The staff was so friendly, accommodating and personable. We can see how much they love working there, as they deliver their services with genuine joy and kindness. We HIGHLY recommend reserving your next CA vacation at Rancho Valencia! You'll love it!
Travel Advisor:
Cristina Buaas
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Expert service
By: Steve and Kelly
Reviewed on: 25 Aug 2015
Rancho Valencia has excellent customer service. Everyone seems genuinely interested in you and your experience at the resort. We had a great experience with the tennis instructors. They worked us very hard and gave us some great skills to work on. The spa was excellent and very necessary after so many hours of tennis each day. The room was fantastic and we enjoyed using our jacuzzi. What a fabulous place to visit. Wish we could go there every weekend!
Travel Advisor:
Cristina Buaas
Recommended
Great getaway
By: ChicagoTraveler
Reviewed on: 01 Oct 2017
Loved the balance of great service, accommodations and amenities with a low key, quiet, relaxing environment.
Travel Advisor:
Amy Zebala
Recommended
Tim's Anniversary
By: John
Reviewed on: 01 May 2018
comfortable and beautiful
Travel Advisor:
Ellen Markus
Recommended
Fantastic
By: San Diego
Reviewed on: 29 Jun 2018
This hotel is extraordinary in every way!
Travel Advisor:
Erina Pindar
Recommended
Perfect Place to Relax and Be Pampered
By: VistaVacationers
Reviewed on: 26 Sep 2018
We live near Rancho Valencia and were looking for a getaway. From the moment we pulled into the resort, we were relaxed. Every member of the staff was outstanding. The room was wonderful and we had a real chance to revitalize.
Be sure to spring for the room with the patio and dipping pool, it is absolutely worth it!
Travel Advisor:
Debbie Wiseman
Recommended
Wonderful Weekend
By: The Big Easy
Reviewed on: 30 Sep 2018
We had one of the best rooms ever! Good quality finishes, plenty of room, private outside hot tub and who could be sad about the mini bar included in the room rate! Great place - would happily return again.
Travel Advisor:
Betsey Brown
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Another visit
By: John
Reviewed on: 23 Oct 2018
My wive and I have been coming to Rancho Valencia to take part in their execellent tennis program. We will be back.
Travel Advisor:
Cristina Buaas
Recommended
Simply gorgeous
By: Allison
Reviewed on: 23 Feb 2019
Five star experience all around!
Travel Advisor:
Anastasia Regas
Recommended
Phenomenal
By: HBO
Reviewed on: 30 Mar 2019
Hands-down the best service, location, amenities, privacy, and most incredible vacation we have ever been on. We can’t wait to go back!
Travel Advisor:
Sarah Lee
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Wellness getaway
By: SA
Reviewed on: 13 May 2019
This place is perfect as a wellness getaway - a multitude of complimentary workout classes followed by green juice, an amazing spa, and lots of tennis courts to play at. Also just lounging at the pool adds extra relaxation. You never have to leave the resort! If you do want to venture off, Del Mar beach is just 15 minutes away.
Travel Advisor:
Laura Bassett
Recommended
Rancho Valencia
By: John
Reviewed on: 24 Oct 2019
We have been going to Rancho Valencia for over 10 years.
The accommodations and service are great.
The tennis is awesome (try the 4 hour clinic- but call ahead to arrange).
Dinner at The Market is not to be missed.
Travel Advisor:
Cristina Buaas
Recommended
Privacy, Peace, and Luxury
By: Happy Traveler
Reviewed on: 18 Aug 2021
Resort was just what we needed for a quiet quick getaway.
Will definitely return.
Travel Advisor:
Andrea Schubiner
Recommended
Rancho Valencia
By: PG
Reviewed on: 04 Apr 2022
Awesome!!
Beautiful Facility, excellent people! Had a beautifulCasita with personal patio and hot tub. All the staff were extremely friendly and efficient. Would highly recommend this property.
Travel Advisor:
Shari Kalt
Recommended
Yes
By: Gup
Reviewed on: 03 Apr 2022
Lovely place. Great food and service.
Travel Advisor:
Valerie Ann Wilson
Recommended
Very nice hotel
By: Andy
Reviewed on: 17 Apr 2022
Extremely roomy and peaceful
Travel Advisor:
Nancy Redman
Recommended
Relaxing, private and luxurious
By: sylvia
Reviewed on: 13 Apr 2023
I love this place. It is so relaxing and private. At the time of booking, we thought it is kind of expensive. But when we set our foot on the resort, it was worth every dollar. The food is amazing, the pool in the yard is again very relaxing. The service is totally 5 star. We spent 4 nights there without even wanting to go out.
Travel Advisor:
Melissa James
Recommended
Resort
By: Fred
Reviewed on: 14 Jul 2023
Nothing better. Service, food and accommodations the best
Travel Advisor:
Shelley Morales
Recommended
Wonderful Experience!
By: Jenny
Reviewed on: 13 Jul 2023
The resort was wonderful and the staff was so nice and attentive. The surroundings were gorgeous.
Travel Advisor:
Shari Kalt
Recommended
Wonderful
By: Mbrewer
Reviewed on: 06 Apr 2024
Very relaxing trip and enjoyable.
Travel Advisor:
Kaleigh Kirkpatrick
Recommended
Rancho Valencia 5 stars
By: Jake G
Reviewed on: 23 Apr 2024
Hotel is 5 stars full stop. Amazing service, rooms, and grounds are impeccable. One of my favorite hotels I have ever been to. Bravo Rancho Valencia.
Travel Advisor:
Danielle Meyer
Recommended
Rancho V
By: Rancho Tennis
Reviewed on: 25 Jul 2024
Beautiful resort...doesn't feel like a hotel. Tennis facility was awesome
Travel Advisor:
Lena Brown
Recommended
beautiful property and great service!
By: Jesse H
Reviewed on: 06 Oct 2024
beautiful property and great service!
Travel Advisor:
Sarah Lee
Sustainability
Our Commitment
- Battery recycling stations
- Energy saving fixtures and fittings
- Recycling light bulbs
- Recycling paint
- Making sure non-reservations are with the A/C off and all lights off.
- Raise awareness of our water filtration system
- Nespresso pods recycling program
- Compostable dog waste bags (in rooms)
- Recycling of laundry hangers
- Garment Bags for guest laundry are cloth
- Refillable bathroom amenities
- Compostable dry bathroom amenities
- Making sure next to a trashcan, there's a recycling bin
- Gardening company uses all battery-powered equipment
- Donate old tennis balls
- Feeding San Diego partnership
- Press Reader (no more paper)
- Tote bags for guests
- Starch Q-tips
- Path Water refillable bottles paired with Quench machines around the property
- No plastic straws/single use plastic
- Offer biodynamic and organic wines
- Reusable hand towels in our restrooms
- Composting Program
- Partnered with Produce Good
- Use Carafes for water in meetings, not single use plastic water bottles
- 97% of all meat used in the kitchen is sustainable
- No-kill Bee Removal