Name: Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Address: 5300 Grand Del Mar Court, Carmel Valley, San Diego, California, United States of America, San Diego, San Diego County, US
Price range: $578–$1,898 per night
Rating: 9.2

What guests think

At Fairmont Grand Del Mar, reviewers frequently praise the stunning resort setting, spacious rooms, serene grounds, and a wide range of amenities like pools, spa, golf and family activities, with many also highlighting warm, attentive staff and a luxurious experience.

However, several reviews report inconsistent housekeeping and occasional maintenance issues, with some rooms feeling dated. Dining feedback is mixed: many enjoyed Amaya, Addison and bar service, while others found food average or overpriced and restaurant service slow. Expect valet-only parking that some find expensive, and event-heavy periods can lead to long waits and a busier atmosphere.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Extensive amenities including pools, spa, golf and family activities earn frequent praise. Parking is valet only and often viewed as expensive, and busy event periods can limit access or create waits.

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Kraig

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing property, one of the best we have stayed at. The spa and adult pool were amazing! Beds comfy, room super clean- highly recommend

10

GRAHAM

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great resort. Incredible pool. Wonderful attentive (yet, non-intrusive) staff.

8

Marjaneh

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed here two nights for a large wedding. The property and grounds are gorgeous. The rooms are beautiful. Our room was never cleaned during our stay. It seems like they were not well prepared to handle such a large group of people. There were long lines and a huge wait to check in and out. The wait was 45 minutes to get our car from valet. They charge $70 for overnight parking and don’t offer the option to self park. Over all it was a wonderful stay. They just need to do a better job at staffing.

10

Joshua

Jan 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet relaxed location with an assortment of amenities to choose from.

10

Noelle

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is absolutely gorgeous, the room was spacious and beautifully appointed, and there was a variety of things to do (see the horses, swim, spa, dining, walking, e-bikes, etc) so that we didn't need to leave the property at all if we didn't want to!

6

Soo

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros- Service was good. Nice hotel & grounds Cons- Had 6 tacos by the pool for 72 bucks not including tax and I have had better at any other places. Half of them were torn on the bottom of tortilla. $70 parking +$ resort fee (including SD & OCC fee) per night. Not sure it was worth it, as the both adult pool and family pool were disappointing small. The jacuzzi by family pool is less than 10 feet in length that made me go "what the.."

10

Jeremy

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall excellent but I don’t like the parking. There is no self-parking option. Also the valet parking is too expensive.

10

Dilek

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a great family getaway for a birthday celebration. The whole family had a fantastic time, including activities such as horseback riding, trail exploration, archery, and enjoying the kids’ club and all the amenities. It’s a wonderfully relaxing location, and we will definitely be back.

8

Emma

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Stunning hotel gorgeous rooms and facilities but unfortunately the weekend we went it had multiple weddings which meant it was hard to enjoy the grounds and very busy which when your paying a lot you want to relax also golf club closed at 6 which was disappointing as it would have been a great place to escape to in the evening when the hotel was busy

10

Gino

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property with first class service. The golf course is awesome. The restaurants are amazing and the Spa is one of the best in San Diego. Great place for families or couples wanting to getaway. 15 min away from Del Mar beach for more shopping and dinning.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many describe rooms and grounds as very clean, but multiple reviews note issues like stains, dust or spiders, ants, and inconsistent or missed housekeeping.

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Saravy

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I like all the deco n the resort and the room were big and clean easy access,

10

Kraig

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing property, one of the best we have stayed at. The spa and adult pool were amazing! Beds comfy, room super clean- highly recommend

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Andrew

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well first of all I walked into my room and there was a baby crib in the middle of my room mind you I dont Have children. The sheets look like they had blood stain on them. Went to make coffee this morning and the cups looked like they had old coffee around the whole rim of the cup

8

Meline

Nov 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very beautiful. Had a nice walking trail. There are horses on the property. Lots of activities to do. Tennis, horseback riding, yoga, golf and much more. The rooms were overall clean but not immaculate. There was one live spider and one dead one in our room. We also had dust and spider webs.

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Natasha

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 9 nights

Awful experience for a $2,000/night suite. Housekeeping was very sloppy - not vacuuming, straightening the room up, or doing any more than making the bed and replacing towels similar to a motel. Food was very expensive and low-quality, as was the extremely slow service in the restaurant. The equestrian center was closed due to construction. Half of the requests I made - if I needed towels, cutlery, housekeeping within a certain time range, etc. - were either ignored or required follow-up. Management did not respond to my complaints for several days by which point our stay was almost over. The property is beautiful but the service level was horrific for a 5-star hotel. Do not stay here unless your expectations are very low or you got a great deal on a room rate.

10

Bryan

Oct 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Place was impeccable. Very clean open lay out. Stay was very friendly

10

Jeremy

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was very nice and clean. Food was really good at the restaurants we had appetizers and drinks in the bar area and lunch at the golf course. Staff was phenomenal everyone was so helpful and very nice.

10

Catherine

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely spacious room with very comfortable bed. One of the cleanest rooms I've been in. Really great spot.

8

Janice

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a beautiful dog-friendly resort. Customer service was wonderful. Our main criticism had to do with our room. There was a large stain on the bed bench and random stains on carpet (mentioned both to front desk shortly after checking in). The room otherwise was well-appointed and comfortable. And we will definitely be coming back.

8

Stacy

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

There were some positives but also glaring negatives about this property. POSITIVES: 1) I commend Neil at the front desk for facilitating early check in. 2) The concierge was very helpful in referring us to off site hair and nail salons as the property no longer has these services since Covid. 3) rooms are very large with nice shower NEGATIVES: 1) ANTS! I told the front desk twice and they did NOT offer to move us to a different room. They did not offer to compensate us in any way. They said they would get housekeeping to address this. The next day the ants were back. What other bugs are there that we don\'t know about! I got the impression that there is a shortage of cleaning sta..2) Resort fee is a great way for the property to make extra money. I have stayed at much nicer properties without a resort fee. 3) Meals in their restaurant are expensive even for a hotel. Furthermore, waitstaff could do a better job. For example, waitstaff asked how breakfast was. My husband said "good". Waitstaff turned and walked away before I could answer that mine was not. In summary, cleanliness issues were a major red flag and some of the staff\'s indifference was problematic.

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Rooms

Rooms are widely described as spacious, comfortable and well appointed, often with balconies and large bathrooms. A few guests felt the decor is dated, some beds were firm, and certain rooms are a long walk from central areas.

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Nikki

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely loved this hotel! It’s in a serene location, rooms are beautiful with an added callout to spacious bathroom with great tub. Pool area is fantastic. Coffee shop and restaurants are delicious. Excellent place to stay!

8

Karina

Jan 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a very nice place, felt comfortable, clean and great staff. Things that could have made this place perfect. The room was quite a trek we were put in the last room which felt like a mile hike from the lounge and front desk. I liked the privacy tho and the view out of the balcony. In the morning I would have like more than one caffeinated coffee pods, as we had mostly decaf coffee in room for the morning. We called reception and they delivered promptly. Also; one of the lamps didn’t have the piece to turn on. Overall, this place is highly recommended and we will be coming back. The staff was the most professional and respectful staff I’ve seen at an establishment like this. Thank you for creating the ambience of royalty.

10

Alina

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful room. Everyone super attentive. Highly recommend!

10

Marina

Aug 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious rooms, great bath tub, salt water pool, amazing jets In jacuzzi, quiet and welcoming, feels like you are somewhere in the Mediterranean yet American hospitality and top notch service

10

Frank

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice grounds. The hotel lobby and bar are excellent. The rooms are looking very dated and need a refresh. We aren't golfers but the golf course looked amazing.

8

Azadeh

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Good resort with great facilities. Room was large and comfortable

10

Justin

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful spacious room with balcony. Amazing grounds.

10

Catherine

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely spacious room with very comfortable bed. One of the cleanest rooms I've been in. Really great spot.

8

Alex

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was beautiful, the bed was quite hard unfortunately and the room was dusty.

10

Matthew

Apr 20, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Quiet and upscale if not a tad dated. Very nice stay and some of the best staff around. Highly recommended.

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, attentive and professional across the resort. Still, multiple reviews cite lapses such as slow or unresponsive service, missed requests, and long waits during busy events.

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GRAHAM

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great resort. Incredible pool. Wonderful attentive (yet, non-intrusive) staff.

10

Omar

Nov 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

First time staying here. Fantastic property, great location, service was consistently excellent

8

Marjaneh

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed here two nights for a large wedding. The property and grounds are gorgeous. The rooms are beautiful. Our room was never cleaned during our stay. It seems like they were not well prepared to handle such a large group of people. There were long lines and a huge wait to check in and out. The wait was 45 minutes to get our car from valet. They charge $70 for overnight parking and don’t offer the option to self park. Over all it was a wonderful stay. They just need to do a better job at staffing.

10

neelam

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I travel all over the world and I can honestly say that the Fairmont DelMar has the best customer service. From the moment you walk in until you leave you are greeted by warm folks who work at the property! We love staying here!

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Natasha

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 9 nights

Awful experience for a $2,000/night suite. Housekeeping was very sloppy - not vacuuming, straightening the room up, or doing any more than making the bed and replacing towels similar to a motel. Food was very expensive and low-quality, as was the extremely slow service in the restaurant. The equestrian center was closed due to construction. Half of the requests I made - if I needed towels, cutlery, housekeeping within a certain time range, etc. - were either ignored or required follow-up. Management did not respond to my complaints for several days by which point our stay was almost over. The property is beautiful but the service level was horrific for a 5-star hotel. Do not stay here unless your expectations are very low or you got a great deal on a room rate.

10

Nikki

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I absolutely love this resort! The 400 acre property is so dreamy. It’s stunning everywhere you look and the service is excellent.

10

Heather Anne

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The Fairmont Grand Del Mar is a beautiful property. The staff and service were exceptional. We enjoyed the restaurants, golf and spa. We will definitely return.

4

Aaron

May 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Not only was the service horrible, for example, I had trouble finding an employee many times. The worst part is the hotel charged me double by accident, and when I looked at my card and noticed the charge I called the hotel. The hotel responded by saying, “Oh, our mistake. Contact your bank. There is nothing we can do about it.” I will not be booking with the Fairmount again.

10

MANYA

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely amazing. From the minute we arrived to the property everything was top notch. Staff are kind and welcoming. Gorgeous hotel. Super clean , pet friendly. Large area for kids to play. Pool bar staff were beyond sweet. Kind and helpful. My kids wanted to do the ice bucket challenge and staff helped us with the ice water. Good is great ,

8

Stacy

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

There were some positives but also glaring negatives about this property. POSITIVES: 1) I commend Neil at the front desk for facilitating early check in. 2) The concierge was very helpful in referring us to off site hair and nail salons as the property no longer has these services since Covid. 3) rooms are very large with nice shower NEGATIVES: 1) ANTS! I told the front desk twice and they did NOT offer to move us to a different room. They did not offer to compensate us in any way. They said they would get housekeeping to address this. The next day the ants were back. What other bugs are there that we don\'t know about! I got the impression that there is a shortage of cleaning sta..2) Resort fee is a great way for the property to make extra money. I have stayed at much nicer properties without a resort fee. 3) Meals in their restaurant are expensive even for a hotel. Furthermore, waitstaff could do a better job. For example, waitstaff asked how breakfast was. My husband said "good". Waitstaff turned and walked away before I could answer that mine was not. In summary, cleanliness issues were a major red flag and some of the staff\'s indifference was problematic.

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Location

Set in a quiet, scenic area with expansive grounds, ideal for a relaxing getaway. It feels somewhat removed, with several guests appreciating the close-to-nature setting.

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David

Jan 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice property with great location

10

Alenoosh

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was very quite and excellent location. The landscape was wonderful and the staff very friendly!

10

Mary

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Resort away from home

10

Joshua

Jan 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet relaxed location with an assortment of amenities to choose from.

10

Nikki

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I absolutely love this resort! The 400 acre property is so dreamy. It’s stunning everywhere you look and the service is excellent.

10

Dilek

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a great family getaway for a birthday celebration. The whole family had a fantastic time, including activities such as horseback riding, trail exploration, archery, and enjoying the kids’ club and all the amenities. It’s a wonderfully relaxing location, and we will definitely be back.

10

Shah

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property and great location would stay here again 10 out of 10

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Matthew

Apr 20, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Quiet and upscale if not a tad dated. Very nice stay and some of the best staff around. Highly recommended.

10

Grigor

Apr 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quit stay close to nature…

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Gino

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property with first class service. The golf course is awesome. The restaurants are amazing and the Spa is one of the best in San Diego. Great place for families or couples wanting to getaway. 15 min away from Del Mar beach for more shopping and dinning.

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Dining

Dining earns high marks for options like Amaya and Michelin-starred Addison, plus enjoyable bar and poolside service. However, several guests found the food average or overpriced and noted slow service at times.

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Nikki

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely loved this hotel! It’s in a serene location, rooms are beautiful with an added callout to spacious bathroom with great tub. Pool area is fantastic. Coffee shop and restaurants are delicious. Excellent place to stay!

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Natasha

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 9 nights

Awful experience for a $2,000/night suite. Housekeeping was very sloppy - not vacuuming, straightening the room up, or doing any more than making the bed and replacing towels similar to a motel. Food was very expensive and low-quality, as was the extremely slow service in the restaurant. The equestrian center was closed due to construction. Half of the requests I made - if I needed towels, cutlery, housekeeping within a certain time range, etc. - were either ignored or required follow-up. Management did not respond to my complaints for several days by which point our stay was almost over. The property is beautiful but the service level was horrific for a 5-star hotel. Do not stay here unless your expectations are very low or you got a great deal on a room rate.

10

Jeremy

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was very nice and clean. Food was really good at the restaurants we had appetizers and drinks in the bar area and lunch at the golf course. Staff was phenomenal everyone was so helpful and very nice.

10

Frederic

Jan 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The restaurant, Addison, is a Michelin ***, well worth the trip!

8

Liz

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful as always appreciated the new towels and wonderful staff. Unfortunately our dining at our usually yummy Amaya was to good the food was a BIG fail. … no fault of the wait staff. Definitely recommend

6

Soo

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros- Service was good. Nice hotel & grounds Cons- Had 6 tacos by the pool for 72 bucks not including tax and I have had better at any other places. Half of them were torn on the bottom of tortilla. $70 parking +$ resort fee (including SD & OCC fee) per night. Not sure it was worth it, as the both adult pool and family pool were disappointing small. The jacuzzi by family pool is less than 10 feet in length that made me go "what the.."

10

Ibrahim

Oct 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our family had an unforgettable stay at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the stunning surroundings, and our daily walks exploring the beautiful scenery became a cherished part of our trip. Lunches at the Amaya restaurant were a delightful experience, filled with fresh flavors and a serene atmosphere. The in-room dining for breakfast was impeccable; the attention to detail and quality made it a perfect start to our days. Dining at Addison, a 3 Michelin-star restaurant, was truly a highlight of our stay. Chef William Bradley’s artistry was evident in every dish, creating an experience that was beyond just a meal – it was an unforgettable culinary journey. Our time at the pool was equally fantastic. The poolside service was top-notch, and it made our afternoons so enjoyable. The staff across the resort were super friendly and attentive, enhancing every aspect of our stay. The amenities offered at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar are beyond words – every detail has been considered to ensure a luxurious experience. The grand social area with its live band and charming lighting created a quaint and inviting atmosphere, perfect for unwinding in the evenings. Overall, this resort exceeded our expectations in every way, and we can’t wait to return for another wonderful family getaway.

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MANYA

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely amazing. From the minute we arrived to the property everything was top notch. Staff are kind and welcoming. Gorgeous hotel. Super clean , pet friendly. Large area for kids to play. Pool bar staff were beyond sweet. Kind and helpful. My kids wanted to do the ice bucket challenge and staff helped us with the ice water. Good is great ,

6

Francine

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The service is great. Everyone’s is friendly. But the hotel needs major improvements and kitchen is terrible as well. Food is bland for the money and the sink didnt work the desk was damaged the chair was dirty. Not worth the price.

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Gino

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property with first class service. The golf course is awesome. The restaurants are amazing and the Spa is one of the best in San Diego. Great place for families or couples wanting to getaway. 15 min away from Del Mar beach for more shopping and dinning.

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Month	Average price
January	$468
February	$521
March	$593
April	$982
May	$548
June	$717
July	$840
August	$708
September	$817
October	$647
November	$502
December	$468

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $911	15	16 $609	17 $605	18 $716	19 $638
20 $599	21 $599	22 $655	23 $655	24 $655	25 $720	26 $640
27 $601	28 $1,898	29 $1,792	30 $1,867

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $629	2 $616	3 $691
4 $1,171	5 $1,867	6 $1,459	7 $629	8 $825	9 $616	10 $615
11 $579	12 $629	13 $629	14 $1,867	15 $1,792	16 $616	17 $616
18 $578	19 $610	20 $611	21 $629	22 $579	23 $616	24 $691
25 $707	26 $864	27 $629	28 $611	29 $607	30 $610	31 $593

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Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Fairmont)

Del Mar 1 Bedroom Suite 1 King

Paseo 1 Bedroom Suite 1 King

Deluxe Veranda 2 Queen Beds

Vista 1 Bedroom Fireside Suite 1King

Del Mar 1 Bedroom Fireside Suite 1 King

Del Mar 1 Bedroom King Suite, Mobile Hearing Accessible

Vista 1 Bedroom Suite 1 King

Grand 2 Bedroom Suite

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside 18 Years and Over Only

Paseo 1 Bedroom Fireside Suite 1King

Deluxe Veranda Fireside 2 Queen

Paseo 1 Bedroom Fireside Suite 2 Queen Bed

Deluxe Veranda Fireside 1 King

Room, 1 King Bed (Fairmont)

Deluxe Veranda 1 King

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