About us
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is an award-winning luxury resort located within the exclusive community of Rancho Santa Fe, just north of San Diego. Set across 45 acres of lush gardens, olive groves, and citrus orchards, the resort offers a rare sense of privacy and tranquility, creating an intimate setting ideal for executive retreats, incentive programs, and full property buyouts. As Southern California’s only Relais & Châteaux property, Rancho Valencia consistently ranks among the top resorts in the United States and is proud to hold both Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond distinctions. What truly sets Rancho Valencia apart is its unique approach to luxury—world-class service and amenities delivered without an ounce of pretension. Guests are welcomed into a relaxed yet refined environment where they are encouraged to feel completely at ease while still receiving the highest level of personalized service. This philosophy, established by the resort’s ownership, creates an atmosphere where every guest feels like a VIP. The all-suite resort features 52 spacious casita-style suites (900-1,300 sq. ft.) and three private homes, totaling 72 bedrooms, all designed for seamless indoor-outdoor Southern California living. Wellness is at the heart of the Rancho Valencia experience, highlighted by a Forbes Five-Star Spa, an award-winning fitness and wellness program offering over 105 complimentary fitness classes weekly, an indoor-outdoor yoga pavilion, and one of the region’s premier racquet clubs with tennis, pickleball, and padel courts. With its private gated setting, residential-style accommodations, and warm, intuitive service, Rancho Valencia provides a truly distinctive environment for luxury meetings, leadership retreats, and incentive experiences.
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Awards
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (mountain)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Tennis courts
- Water sports
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable heaters
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (mountain)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Seasonal Availability
Match your event dates with this hotel’s availability. Low seasons tend to have better availability.Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms

Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
620 sq. ft. 31 x 20 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 64 | 21 | 50 | - | 64 | 30 | 24 | - | 28 | |
1,480 sq. ft. 37 x 40 sq. ft. | - | 200 | - | 100 | 150 | 200 | - | - | - | 56 | |
1,960 sq. ft. 70 x 28 sq. ft. | 9.2 ft. | 150 | 46 | 110 | - | 150 | 126 | 64 | 55 | 38 | |
1,475 sq. ft. 59 x 25 sq. ft. | - | 100 | - | 50 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | |
462 sq. ft. 33 x 14 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | 24 | 22 | - | - | - | - | 24 | - | - | |
8,416 sq. ft. 82 x 88 sq. ft. | - | 500 | - | 350 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | |
5,000 sq. ft. - | - | 200 | - | 150 | 200 | - | - | 44 | - | - | |
368 sq. ft. 16 x 23 sq. ft. | - | 24 | - | 24 | - | - | - | 24 | - | - |
Guest rooms
Location
Getting Here
Local Attractions

Hike, Bike, Kayak La Jolla Shores

Sky's The Limit Ballooning Adventures

Jogging, Bicycling, Volleyball at Del Mar Beaches

Surfing, Strolling Solana Beach

Torrey Pines State Reserve - Hiking and Ocean Views

Del Mar Race Track and Thoroughbred Club

San Diego Surf Polo Club

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Yacht America - Sailing on San Diego Bay

Petco Park- Padres baseball

Del Mar Country Club- Golf

Bicycling

Shop Cedros Avenue Design District

La Jolla Playhouse

Shopping La Jolla

Birch Aquarium at Scripps

MCAS Miramar

Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum and Historical Foundation

Gaslamp Quarter Downtown San Diego

McClellan-Palomar Airport

Amtrak
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Additional Information
Additional details
Location: Just 30 minutes from San Diego International Airport and 10 minutes from Del Mar and La Jolla beaches, nestled in the exclusive community of Rancho Santa Fe. Accolades: Consistently ranked #1 Resort in California and #1 Best Resort in California and #6 Best Resort in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report, with Forbes 5-Star and AAA 5-Diamond awards, and a proud member of Relais & Châteaux. Wellness & Activities: Features a Forbes 5-Star Spa, over 105 weekly fitness classes, a world-renowned tennis program, hiking trails, Pinarello bicycles, pools, a Porsche driving experience, bocce ball, croquet, and golf privileges at nearby clubs. Event Spaces: 9,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor spaces, including 4,000 sq. ft. of dedicated indoor areas, perfect for incentive groups, executive retreats, and exclusive client events. Exclusive Events: Full hotel buyouts available. Year-Round Climate: Average temperature of 72°F, ideal for events any time of year.
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