The Golf Course at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

"Amenities: Golf, Pool, Spa, Tennis View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2008 ›"

"Guests can hike tree-lined trails and dip their toes in streams, fish-filled ponds, or waterfalls or take advantage of the resort's four pools and the Tom Fazio–designed golf course"

"The Five-Star hotel, tucked on a hillside just outside downtown San Diego, has a mind-boggling array of amenities, including world-class golf at the Tom Fazio-designed course and a Five-Star spa"

"But the vibe is modern California, especially around the pool area with its white sand beach, on the velveteen golf course, and in the gardens, a Wi-Fi hotspot where guests are glued to laptops"

", set off on a hill overlooking the hotel and golf course"

"Suites up the ante with kitchenettes and separate living rooms, while 4,500-square-foot villas come with such perks as airport transfers, unlimited golf for two, and personalized stationery"

"It features four pools, excellent restaurants, an 18-hole golf course, an Equestrian Center, and free car service in a Mercedes or Cadillac Escalade"

"Not only is the exquisitely appointed Fairmont Grand Del Mar the only five star hotel of its kind in San Diego, but it’s also home to fêted five-star restaurant Addison, an award-winning spa, and an 18-hole championship golf course"

"But guests don’t even have to get dressed to commune with nature—each of the 249 rooms has a view of either the golf course or the canyon"

"Note: The Veranda rooms overlook the golf course, Terrace rooms overlook the pool and the villas have their own kitchens"