Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa vs The Westin San Diego Bayview
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Rancho Valencia ranks significantly higher than The Westin San Diego. Rancho Valencia ranks #9 in San Diego with accolades from 9 reviews like concierge.com, Forbes Travel Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
Show All Reviews
5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
From $699 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Casitas of various sizes—49 of them—are secreted within 40 acres of citrus groves and flowers in this quiet, relaxed, and luxe resort 25 miles north of downtown."
Fodor's
"Luxurious, two-level, Spanish-style casitas, appointed with corner fireplaces, luxurious carpeting, and shuttered French doors leading to private patios."
Full review
Jetsetter
"45 acres of gardens, olive groves, and relaxation at the only Relais & Chateaux property in SoCal."
Full review
i
More active types can choose between tennis, yoga, and biking, then select from among seven types of massage in the spa.
DK Eyewitness
"Bougainvillea cascades over the Spanish casitas in this stunning resort. Many rooms feature cathedral ceilings, private terraces, and fireplaces."
BlackBook
"This exclusive Rancho property boasts world-class tennis courts, not to mention an award-winning spa where you can sweat it out during a Pilates sesh or indulge with a his-and-hers treatment."
The Westin San Diego Bayview
Show All Reviews
400 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92109
From $107 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
DK Eyewitness
"You can’t miss this hotel’s green silhouette of hexagonal glass towers. Amenities include ergonomic work chairs and high-speed Internet access."
Star Service
"Once a dry, commercial Wyndham, this hotel recently surfaced from a much-needed facelift that makes it one of the better big-box lodges downtown."
Full review
i
The newly renovated rooms are the ones to request now.
Gayot
"The Westin San Diego is located in the landmark Emerald Towers. The lobby is impressive with a dramatically high atrium, modern chandeliers, marble floors and a glass elevator."
Zagat
4.2
"This "classy" chain link offers "lovely" accommodations (the Deluxe rooms feature bay views) and "beautiful" facilities right in the heart of Downtown San Diego."
Oyster
Upscale
"Popular with both tourists, who will appreciate the hotel's proximity to restaurants, major sights, and public transportation, and business travelers."
Full review