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Fairmont Grand Del Mar vs Rancho Bernardo Inn
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Fairmont Grand Del Mar scores significantly higher than Rancho Bernardo Inn. Fairmont Grand Del Mar scores 87 with recommendations from 11 publications like Star Service, Fodor's and Oyster.
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Concierge
Fodor's
Gayot
Star Service
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5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA 92130
From $350 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge
"The Grand Del Mar is an opulent gem located in the serene hills of the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve."
Fodor's
"Mind-blowing indulgence in serene surroundings... sets the opulent Mediterranean-style Grand Del Mar apart from any other luxury hotel in San Diego."
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Gayot
"It's truly hard to exaggerate the opulence of this 380-acre property."
Star Service
"Built on a grand scale and with the kind of attention to detail rarely seen, this lavish billion-dollar resort will appeal to travelers who love royal treatment. "
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Travel + Leisure
"Rooms here can best be described as palatial, complete with marble bathrooms that include soaking tubs and separate standing showers."
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Rancho Bernardo Inn
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
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17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive, San Diego, CA 92128
From $102 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Public areas throughout this two-story, red-roof adobe resort are a collection of small sitting rooms where Spanish Mission–style sofas and fireplaces invite you to linger with a good book."
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Jetsetter
"Country club-style pampering on the outskirts of San Diego with Spanish fountains, a spa and acres of gardens."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The 288-room Rancho Bernardo Inn features charming Spanish-Colonial-inspired design, a quiet location surrounded by residential homes, and a renowned golf course that is a destination unto itself."
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Travel + Leisure
"Located in the exclusive area of the same name, Rancho Bernardo Inn houses 287 spacious guest rooms and suites."
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DK Eyewitness
"Two-story, red-tile-roof adobe buildings and bougainvillea-adorned patios evoke images of early California at this gracious resort."
