Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Which Fairmont Grand Del Mar Hotel Room or Suite Should You Choose?

Fairmont Grand Del Mar provides 249 elegantly-appointed guestrooms and suites with expansive terraces or balconies. Each offers extraordinary views of the resorts gorgeous gardens, Los Peasquitos Canyon Preserve, or the picturesque golf course.

You can expect palatial opulence. Design features include arched doorways, stately pillars, white French doors, and beautiful, handcrafted, dark-wood furniture. These design features are highlighted by regal navy blue, cream, taupe, and gold fabrics, finishes, and trims on furniture and accessories.

Providing all the comforts of home, guestrooms and suites include pillow-top beds with goose-down pillows, 40-inch LCD televisions, private bars with wet bar area, large work desks with oversized chairs, and in-room laptop safes.

They also feature Nespresso coffee machines and tea kettles, alarm clocks, hairdryers, irons, and ironing boards, and wired and wireless internet access. Daily services include 24-hour in-room dining, overnight shoeshine, twice-daily housekeeping, and daily delivery of your choice of select newspapers.

Spacious marble bathrooms include European-inspired deep soaking tubs, separate showers, dual sinks, and wall-mounted 13-inch LCD televisions. En suites also provide plush 100% cotton, Italian-woven bathrobes, towels, and slippers, as well as exclusively designed luxury bath products by Red Flower.

Additional amenities also available upon request when you book are DVD players, refrigerators, microwaves, rollaway beds, bed boards, and umbrellas. These amenities are subject to availability and depend on the selected guestrooms and suites.

Tips for large families

Families of five can fit into the suites with a rollaway bed. Queen/Queen to King connecting rooms as well as suite to room configurations create even more space.

Fairmont Rooms

Fairmont Grand Del Mar hotel bathroom in San Diego

Offering 500-550 square feet of space, thoughtfully appointed Fairmont Rooms are located on the first and third floors.

You can choose a king bed or two queen beds, and theyll come with a view of either Los Peasquitos Canyon Preserve or the undulating resort golf course from your patio or terrace.

One of the 2020 Virtuoso benefits is an upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability.

Deluxe Veranda Rooms

Fairmont Grand Del Mar Deluxe Veranda room

Deluxe Veranda Rooms provide 550 square feet of space with attached balconies overlooking the verdant beauty of the resorts well-manicured grounds or the Relaxation Pool.

They are located on floors two and three and offer you the choice of one king bed or two queen beds.

Signature Terrace Room (Adults Only)

Situated on the first floor, Signature Terrace Rooms are the resorts adults-only accommodations. With 550 square feet of space, they feature expansive patios overlooking the adults-only Relaxation Pool.

These guestrooms come with a king bed and step-out access to the pool from our terrace. These rooms are very popular for couples getaways.

Prado Suites

Prado suites offer 1,000 square feet of space with separate living and sleeping areas. The private bedroom includes one king bed with lavish dual master en suites.

The connecting parlor features a pull-out sofa sleeper, antique coffee table, large work desk, and comfortable chair/ottoman nook.

Prado Suites are located on floors two and three and provide incredible views of the Relaxation Pool and lush resort grounds.

Tip: Based on the rooms layout, an additional rollaway bed is a tight fit.

Toscana Suites (Top Pick)

With 1,100 square feet of space, Toscana Suites are spacious and comfortable with separate sleeping and living areas.

Bedrooms include a king bed, large work desk, elegant dresser, and a small sitting area with French doors leading to a small patio or balcony.

The living space features a six-person dining table, stone fireplace, elegant built-in bookshelf, and expansive seating area with a pull-out sofa sleeper.

Located on floors one and three, these rooms offer scenic views of the golf course. You can also fit a rollaway bed into these suites.

Palazzo Suites

Palazzo Suite Living Room at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

The most family-friendly accommodations, Palazzo Suites offer 1,500 square feet of living space with the choice of one, two, or three bedrooms. All overlook the resort grounds.

These suites provide an expansive living area with a stately stone fireplace, plush pull-out sofa sleeper, two built-in bookshelves, and rustic oversized brown leather chairs.

An adjacent dining area has an eight-person dining table. Located on floors one and three, Palazzo Suites also include a small kitchenette, and two balconies or patios.

Manchester Presidential Suites

Located on the second and third floors, Manchester Presidential Suites boast a whopping 2,840 square feet of space with picturesque views of the landscaped resort grounds and golf course.

There are only two of these suites, and each offers a lavish living room with two comfortable couches, two cozy chairs, a magnificent stone fireplace, a study, outdoor seating (balcony off of the living room has a stone fireplace), and a large eight-person dining table with adjacent butlers pantry and powder room.

Fairmont Grand Del Mar Villas

The most lavish resort accommodations are the stylish, luxury villas. Offering an idyllic home-away-from-home setting, villas feature the same design, dcor, and upscale amenities as the guestrooms and suites, plus an extensive number of exclusive perks.

Upgraded amenities include the use of a personal golf cart, unlimited rounds of golf at the Grand Golf Club for adults, and unlimited access to the Explorers Club for kids ages five to 12.

You will have unlimited use of The Grand Beach Service, and free roundtrip transportation to and from San Diego airports including Palomar, Carlsbad, and San Diego International Airport.

Villa guests receive one executive chef choice amenity daily, a personalized welcome gift, two floral arrangements, resort-wide business internet access, and personalized stationery. The villas wine, water, organic iced teas, and soft drinks are replenished daily. Complimentary pressing services are also available.

You will receive a curbside greeting upon arrival and a personal escort to your villa where you will check-in and check-out. Resort staff will unpack and repack your luggage upon request. There are two villa options to choose from Villa Brisa (4500 square feet) and Villa Loggia (4,900-5,000 square feet of space).

Where Youll Dine at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

There are six dining options at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, including their signature French restaurant, Addison where youll indulge in elegant fine dining.

From contemporary cuisine to casual fare to gourmet coffees and crafted cocktails, theres a dining option to fit your every mood. All feature seasonal menus and nightly music.

The resort goes beyond restaurant dining with some foodie related experiences like afternoon tea, cooking classes, and wine events. Two kids dining programs provide complimentary dining for those five and younger, and half-price for older kids ages six to 12 at select resort restaurants.

Addison

Addison restaurant: Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Addison is San Diegos only Michelin-star dining experience. With nearly 40 culinary and wine awards under their belt, including Relais & Chteaux Grand Chef, Addison is where haute cuisine becomes a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Artfully prepared dishes are served course by course at a paced tempo for a dining experience thats elevated by an elegant ambience. Expect an artisanal cooking approach with French influences using local and seasonal ingredients.

Amaya

Amaya serves Italian-inspired cuisine in a refined, yet relaxed dining room, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can eat in the graceful dining room, or on the shaded terrace overlooking the golf course. Weekends bring a spectacular a la carte brunch menu with breakfast and lunch selections.

Amaya restaurant at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

The Explorer-in-Training Dining Program for kids five and younger allows them to eat free when they order from Amayas childrens menu, or Amaya buffet. Kids six to 12 eat at half price here.

The Clubhouse Grill

For a more relaxed dining experience, The Clubhouse Grill is the resorts answer. From early morning pre-golf energy smoothies to classic full breakfasts, this restaurant starts the day right.

At lunch, approachable cuisine from the grill like burgers and sandwiches take center stage, and at night its all about SoCal-inspired tapas with specialty cocktails and craft beer.

Regular culinary events include 19th Hole Happy Hour, weekend brunch, and fall football fare. Kids six to 12 eat here for half price.

Cent Anni Caf

Cent Anni, Italian for 100 years, is a gourmet cafe focused on aromatic espressos, organic iced teas, and breakfast light bites.

You can also stop in this warm and inviting space for soups, salads, sandwiches, and gelati. Youll want to check for their daily specials and never miss an enticing treat.

This cafe is a great option when you need to grab something delicious on-the-go. Early flight, or tee time? Cent Anni opens at 6 a.m.

Lobby Lounge

Lobby Bar at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Lobby Lounge is an intimate and sophisticated space thats perfect for relaxing with a handcrafted cocktail or specialty coconut water when you arrive.

The warm and elegant atmosphere includes a library with antique books at one end and a grand marble bar at the opposite end with a fireplace and comfortable seating in between.

You can also grab light bites here too like lobster tacos or West Coast oysters. Theres also live jazz and blues on Friday and Saturday nights.

Club M

You dont even have to leave the resort for a glam night out. Club M is Fairmont Grands sizzling nightclub with an enticing mix of guest DJs and live music.

Dress to the nines and join the sophisticated crowd at Club M where music gets the party jumping. After dark, the Clubhouse Grill transforms into Club M where rhythmic music and themed parties encourage you to dance the night away. Expect quality crafted cocktails and small plates on offer.

Afternoon Tea, Poolside Dining, and In-Room Dining

Beyond the resorts six dining and entertainment venues, other foodie amenities include Afternoon Tea on weekends in the Lobby Lounge. Youll get a fresh pot of hot tea, or if you prefer, a glass of wine, plus scones, small pastries, and finger sandwiches. Its offered from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday with a 24-hour advance reservation.

Poolside, you can order beverages from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and food from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Expect sandwiches, salads, and grilled favorites on the menu, plus fresh fruits, snacks, and ice cream. Poolside dining also includes a special kids menu.

In-room dining is available 24/7. Its a great alternative to the resort restaurants for a private couples dinner, late-night bites after a night out, or breakfast for early-risers. In-room dining also includes a special kids menu.

The Spa at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

The Spa at Fairmont Grand Del Mar is among 60 spas across the globe with a Forbes Five-Star rating, so prepare to be pampered. Its one of the best spas in San Diego.

The Spa at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

The Spa offers a full menu of therapeutic treatments, plus beauty services at Haim Salon.

Spa amenities that come with a scheduled treatment include the use of the Fitness Center and yoga and fitness classes, two hours of the kids club, wet/dry saunas, indoor whirlpools, adults-only relaxation pool, mens and womens relaxation lounges, plus hot teas and handcrafted chocolates.

Fitness Center

The Spa at Grand Del Mar fitness center is open to resort guests 24/7. It features Life Fitness treadmills with personal TVs, exercise bikes, weight machines, an elliptical machine, free weights, and stretching and exercise devices. You can join in yoga and fitness classes, or arrange for a personal trainer who will create a personal program for you.

Fantastic Swimming Pools

Soak up the sun at one of the four heated pools at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Pools feature underwater speakers, vanishing edges, and private cabanas to rent. A lively poolside bar with a menu of light and delicious fare, refreshing cocktails, and flat-screen TVs has a fun and energetic vibe.

The main pool at Fairmont Grand Del Mar has a sandy area for kids.

The main resort pool features most of the action. Expect a space with glowing fire pits, white-sand seating areas, and a childrens pool.

Located near the spa, the Relaxation Pool is an adults-only retreat ideal for lounging in the sun and swimming after enjoying a luxurious spa treatment.

The pools are a comfortable 81 degrees, and hot tubs stay at an enjoyable 102 degrees. Swim accessories are available for purchase including swim goggles, sunscreen, sunglasses, and arm floats.

Golf

Los Peasquitos Canyon is the perfect setting for this Tom Fazio-designed 18-hole championship golf course. You can expect gorgeous, lush fairways, dramatic elevation changes, and an array of diverse bunkers. PGA certified instructors are available for one-on-one instruction.

Fairmont Grand Del Mar is one of San Diego's best hotels.

There are junior rates and junior club rentals for kids too. Thirteen to 17-year-olds play for half-price, and kids 12 and under play free with an adult. Club fittings and a three-day Vision54 Golf School are also available.

Other golf amenities at Fairmont Grand include a 50,000-square-foot clubhouse, golf shop, practice facilities, forecaddies, equipment rental, and golf bag door-to-door shipping service.

Green fees include complimentary golf carts with GPS, forecaddie, yardage book, and bottled water.

Even More Things to Do at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

San Diego Family Hotels: Fairmont Grand Del Mar resort activities

At Fairmont Grand Del Mar, youll enjoy seasonal wine and food events, 37 miles of canyon trails, prostyle tennis courts, an equestrian center, and lots of fun, planned resort activities. The ocean is a short drive away for all your open-water swimming and water sports needs, too.

Equestrian Center

The Equestrian Center at Fairmont Grand Del Mar offers guests epic trail rides through beautiful Los Peasquitos Canyon. There are also day camps and pony rides for kids, professional riding lessons, and other horse adventures for equestrian enthusiasts.

Equestrian center at Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San diego

Mandatory helmets are provided and closed-toe shoes are required for trail rides and lessons. Personal sun protection is recommended. Riders must be at least seven years old. Reservations are required 48 hours in advance. The Equestrian Center is closed on Mondays.

Tennis

There are two professional-style tennis courts on the resort where you can play or take lessons. Fairmont Grand also provides instructional clinics and day camps for youth. Parents can watch the action from the shaded tennis pavilion. Spectacular nature preserve views are a bonus.

Saturday Morning Hikes

Fairmont Grand offers guests complimentary guided hikes through stunning Los Peasquitos Canyon Preserve every Saturday morning. Call the concierge to reserve your spot.

The Grand Beach Service

The Grand Beach Service at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

The Grand Beach Service is the resorts beach service that can now be arranged year-round (24 hours notice required). This service includes roundtrip transportation to the 18th Street beach in Del Mar and beach set-up with chairs, umbrellas, towels, and bottled water.

Explorers Club

Explorers Club is for the exclusive use of guests age five to 12. Kids can expect elevated arts and crafts projects to take home, movies, and all kinds of games from Wii, Xbox, and PlayStation to foosball, air hockey, and Ping-Pong. It is one of the few supervised, year-round kids clubs in San Diego.

Fairmont Grand Del Mar San Diego kids club

A massive state-of-the-art plasma Seawall mural offers interactive fun illuminating life under the sea. Kids younger than five can participate, too, when accompanied by an adult.

See also: 10 Reasons Why Families Choose Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Winter Wonderland

The holiday season is a fantastic time to book a stay at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. The annual Winter Wonderland at The Grand happens in the late afternoon and evenings with opportunities to see Santa, a champagne garden, Ferris wheel, carousel, smore roasting and many more festive activities.

What You Can Do Near the Hotel in Del Mar

One of the benefits of basing a San Diego vacation in Del Mar is its central location and easy freeway access. San Diego is a big city so its nice to reach both attractions in North County and downtown in more or less equal amounts of drive time.

Youll find both seasonal and year-round attractions in the neighborhoods surrounding Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Del Mar beaches, again, are some of the best in San Diego but youll also enjoy walking around and dining in adjacent Del Mar Village, a popular shopping and dining hub with European charm and coastal views. Other things to do in Del Mar include Pellys Mini Golf, Free Flight Exotic Bird Sanctuary, a myriad of hiking opportunities, picnics at Powerhouse Park, and more.

Seasonal events the San Diego County Fair, one of the nations top five county fairs, is located on the Del Mar Fairgrounds a quick drive north of the resort on I-5. You can catch this family-fun extravaganza the first weekend of June through 4th of July weekend (closed Mondays/Tuesdays).

The Fair is followed quickly by the Del Mar thoroughbred racing season, located adjacent to the fairgrounds. Opening Day in mid-July is a must-experience event. Grab your best hat and join other fashionistas celebrating each new season with style. The racing season runs through Labor Day.

How to Book Fairmont Grand Del Mar Reservations

There are a couple of reasons why you should book Fairmont Grand Del Mar through us as a Virtuoso guest. The most important is the relationship with have with the hotel (its one of our most booked properties in San Diego) and our ability to personalize your stay. We also send out an informative email series tied to your check-in date about promotions and events happening around San Diego.

Readers of La Jolla Mom also have access to value-added Virtuoso amenities when booking Fairmont Grand Del Mar.

For 2019:

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability (excluding suites)
  • Daily Continental breakfast for up to two in-room guests, served in Amaya or in-room dining (up to $70 per room, per day)
  • $100 USD Activity credit per stay, valid for golf play, golf instruction, the Spa services, and/or Explorers Club fees to be utilized during stay (cannot be combined, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full not valid towards retail or Haim Salon Services)
  • Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

For 2020:

  • Upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability (excluding suites)
  • Daily continental breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in Amaya or in-room dining (up to $70 per bedroom per day)
  • $100 USD Activity credit per stay, valid for golf play, golf instruction, the Spa services, and/or Explorers Club fees to be utilized during stay (cannot be combined, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full not valid towards retail or Haim Salon Services)
  • Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

Look also for the 3rd-night-free promotion on select dates. You can access these amenities by booking online through my Fairmont Grand Del Mar Virtuoso page. Two things to note if booking directly with through Virtuoso. Youll need to be on the desktop version of the site to access online rates and booking. To do this, scroll down to the black footer and click Full Site. Input the number of adults traveling as kids may be priced as adults otherwise. Ill be notified after you book and can add in your kids when I take your arrival preferences.

Book on Virtuoso

On select dates, Fairmont Grand Del Mar offers a Grand Experiences promotional rate that includes breakfast for two and a $100 nightly resort credit. This rate averages $50/night higher than Virtuoso rate but may make sense depending on your length of stay, if you will frequently dine on the resort, and if your dates do not qualify for the 3rd night free + Virtuoso amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions / FAQ About Fairmont Grand Del Mar

How far is Fairmont Grand Del Mar from the beach?

Fairmont Grand Del Mar is about 15 minutes from Del Mar City Beach, one of the best San Diego beaches.

What is the minimum age for the Fairmont Grand Del Mar kids club?

The Explorers Club is a supervised kids club for ages 512, one of the few San Diego hotels with a year-round kids club, and a big reason why families choose Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Kids younger than 5 can participate if accompanied by a parent. Babysitting can also be arranged through the concierge.

How far is Fairmont Grand Del Mar to the San Diego Zoo?

The distance between Fairmont Grand Del Mar and San Diego Zoo is 19.5 miles which, without traffic, takes about 25 minutes by car mostly on the freeway. (Dont forget that you can buy discount San Diego Zoo tickets.)

How far is Fairmont Grand Del Mar to LEGOLAND California?

LEGOLAND California is an easy 20-mile mostly freeway drive from Fairmont Grand Del Mar, which takes a little less than 30 minutes without traffic. (Dont forget that you can buy discount LEGOLAND tickets.)

How should book Fairmont Grand Del Mar?

Usually, the best way to book in is as a Virtuoso guest where you will receive a number of amenities like a $100 activity credit, daily breakfast for two (up to a $70 per day credit), room upgrade subject to availability and more.

Is there free parking at Fairmont Grand Del Mar?

The $45/night plus tax resort fee includes self-parking. Additional charges for valet parking apply.

Where is breakfast served at Fairmont Grand Del Mar?

In addition to in-room dining, breakfast is served at Amaya restaurant from 7 11 a.m. Virtuoso guests receive breakfast for two, up to a $70/day breakfast credit per day. You can also stop into CentAnni Cafe for grab and go breakfast items, starting at 6 a.m.

Is there a kids pool at Fairmont Grand Del Mar?

Yes. Near the Main Pool is a smaller kids pool and sand play area.

How do I get to the beach from Fairmont Grand Del Mar?

Reserve The Grand Beach Service to take you to the Del Mar Beach at 18th Street where youll be set up with chairs, towels, umbrellas and bottled water.

How do I secure a tee time?

The Tom Fazio designed golf course is reserved only for members and hotel guests who may arrange times through the concierge.

Do kids eat free at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

When accompanied by a registered adult guest, children 5 years of age and under eat for free when ordering from the Amaya childrens menu or when dining from the buffet and children 6-12 years of age can order from the Amaya or The Clubhouse Grill menu and receive a 50% discount. See other reasons why families choose Fairmont Grand Del Mar.


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