The Spa at The Grand Del Mar

The soothing 21,000-sq.-ft. renaissance-inspire spa features an array of indulgent services and 11 treatment rooms. Our recommended treatment: the spa’s signature Renaissance. This 90-minute treatment begins with warm mineral-rich mud combined with warmed aromatic oils that is applied to the body before relaxing in a warm body wrap while resting on a relaxing free-floating bed. After, an uplifting rosemary-infused Swiss shower helps awaken the senses before ending with a soothing stretching massage.

Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve

What better way to start the day then a leisurely 4 1/2-mile hike through one of San Diego’s most desired trails? Surrounded by sweet-smelling wildflowers and playful bunnies, the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve is a 4,100-acre spread located 12 miles north of downtown San Diego. Guests of the resort, as well as the public, can enjoy the parks 37 miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails.

Where to Dine

The Grand Del Mar’s several dinning destinations offer guests a bevy of culinary options. Choose from acclaimed Addison restaurant; the Clubhouse Grill; Amaya, the resort’s all-day dining destination; Cent’anni, the gourmet coffee shop; the poolside eatery; the Lobby Lounge; and the Library.

Addison is Southern California’s only restaurant to garner both the AAA Five-Diamond Award and the Mobile Five-Star Award, and under the culinary direction of Chef William Bradley. (Many Valley-goers may remember chef from both Mary Elaine’s and the Vu restaurants.)

Located just a few hours from Phoenix, The Grand Del Mar offers not only the perfect weekend getaway but one that can be frequented often.

For more information about The Grand Del Mar, visit www.thegranddelmar.com.