This 102-acre Mediterranean-style resort is located on a bluff overlooking the ocean and rocky coastline. Many guest units and public areas offer sweeping vistas and ocean views. For the outdoor enthusiasts there are many walking and hiking trails. If you are in the mood for a truly enjoyable walk, tour the grounds, where there are extensive garden areas with colorful flowerbeds. Villas, casitas and bungalows can be rented as one-, two- or three-bedroom units and offer all the comforts of home. Note, that there are no elevators in these multi-story buildings.
Smoke free premises. 582 units, some two bedrooms, three bedrooms, efficiencies, kitchens and condominiums. 1-7 stories, interior/exterior corridors.
valet laundry, room service, area transportation-within 5 mi.
Terms
check-in 4 pm, pets (extra charge).
Guest Ratings
OVERALL GUEST SCORE
Excellent
Based on Ratings from 162 guests
Showing reviews 1 - 5 of 50
7.1
Curtis
Good
young couple
09-20-2016
Pros: The View
Cons: The restaurant was real crappy bad service food didn't taste that great
9.2
Stephen
Wonderful
family with young children
09-05-2016
Pros: Excellent location, relaxed atmosphere.
Cons: Leaving.
10.0
George
Exceptional
solo traveller
09-01-2016
Pros: Views were magnificent staff very accommodating and friendly.
Cons:
8.3
Andrea
Very Good
family with older children
08-31-2016
Pros: I liked my view, the bed, and amenities.
Cons: Amy who was very rude to me.
10.0
Doug
Exceptional
young couple
08-30-2016
Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing
2.9
Dr
Poor
mature couple
08-28-2016
Pros: Not 5 star hotel , tow or three max
Cons: Every thing
10.0
Michel
Exceptional
young couple
08-14-2016
Pros: All the experience was stuning.
Cons: Nothing
10.0
Seongho
Exceptional
family with young children
08-07-2016
Pros: True place to relax
Cons: None noted
5.0
Blen
Fair
young couple
08-07-2016
Pros:
Cons: Smelly bathroom.
7.1
Amanda
Good
family with young children
08-07-2016
Pros: Beautiful property. Fun to see Dolphins jumping off the coastline nearby
Cons: They sure gave me the run around all weekend. Don't know if it was because I booked on booking.com as it was my first time, but service from the front desk was terrible. Was first given an ocea view that was completely blocked by a tree, then was moved to a remote corner of the hotel with an "upgraded" ocean front that was a ground-level that showed more of the hedges than the ocean. Spent over 3 hours trying to kill the swarming mosquitos that we're getting in from outside. Even had to have housekeeping come and spray and wasn't offered to move rooms--which is a hassle already with 4 kids in tow. Finally was moved the next day after my kids were crying to go home to an ADA room after being told they would could only move me to a garden view--I paid for an ocean view room. The bell staff was amazing as was the housekeeping staff. The front desk staff sets this hotel apart from a true 5-star. Next time I will stay local and book at the Grand Del Mar.
8.8
Lynette
Excellent
mature couple
08-02-2016
Pros: The view is fabulous.
Cons: Very expensive this time of year. If we return it will not be in summer! Pool service not very good.
9.6
Ibrahim
Exceptional
family with older children
08-02-2016
Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing
6.7
Frank
Pleasant
family with older children
08-02-2016
Pros: The views are dynamic and facilities are incredible
Cons: the staff at checkin was rude. they gave away our room that we booked and put us in an off site casita that was not close to resort. They said there was nothing they could do because we booked through a third party and had we booked direct through the hotel they could have upgraded us. Not good at all,.
9.6
Michael
Exceptional
mature couple
07-28-2016
Pros: Everything. Great service in the Catalina Grill
Cons: Nelson's service was so so
4.6
Chocolee
Disappointing
mature couple
07-28-2016
Pros: beautiful sea view
Cons: the quality of staffs is very low level and not educated well.
9.6
Travel_critic
Exceptional
mature couple
07-20-2016
Pros: The view and services
Cons: Lawn mowing and construction noise in the morning
7.9
Norma
Good
mature couple
07-15-2016
Pros: The view of the room. We receive complimentary gift.
The outdoor was really clean . The pool has a really good location.
Cons: Room need to be update it. Remodel.
8.3
Marc
Very Good
family with young children
07-14-2016
Pros: Almost everything is great
Cons: The cleaning was not perfect, but the hotel was totally full this week-end
7.9
Ericka
Good
family with older children
07-13-2016
Pros: Comfortable bed, beautiful location and friendly staff
Cons: Very poor ventilation in the bathroom and on the particular weekend we were there the parking was quite challenging.
9.6
Charles
Exceptional
mature couple
07-05-2016
Pros: Upgraded to a lovely casita. Bonus!
Cons:
9.6
Linda
Exceptional
family with young children
06-21-2016
Pros: View, happy hour, staff support
Cons: Long check in period, food expensive and only good not great
Pros: Loved the property. Food was amazing, and my daughter loved the pool with the waterslide.
Cons: Some guests are rude, but you encounter these types of people anywhere you go.
8.8
Kelly
Excellent
family with older children
06-07-2016
Pros: Pillows, lots of options of things to do, buffet was amazing
Cons: Coffee broken, long wait for car
10.0
The
Exceptional
family with older children
05-15-2016
Pros: This was our first trip to Terranea. This hidden gem deserves more than a 10/10! We booked this little get-away for our 16th wedding anniversary and truly were treated like royalty from check in to check out. We loved it so much we had our boys join us for an extra night. Mr. Fiederer, Mr. Schwartz (managers at the front desk) to Felix and Henry (wait staff at Mar'sel) to the most amazing individual on the property, Mr. Joe Gonzalez and his staff this place was outstanding! We have never felt so welcomed and part of a resort family as we felt here. They truly are there to make your visit unforgettable! Food, drink, bell service, suites, shops, views, whale watching, dolphins, entertainment all were superior! We will never forget our wedding anniversary/Mother's Day weekend at Terranea! Thrilled to book our next stay there! You must check it out for yourself! Truly a hidden gem for all to experience!
Cons: If I had one thing that needed improvement, it would be the valet flow at the hotel entrance. It was very congested and was not organized as efficiently as I would have expected.
10.0
Young
Exceptional
Family with Young Children
04-24-2016
Pros: Hotel had great views! I also loved the villa that they put me in!!
Cons: No everything was great
9.6
Mc
Exceptional
family with young children
04-19-2016
Pros: There are gorgeous views and vistas all around. The pool has great areas for small kids. The rooms are stylish and comfortable with the plushest hotel carpet I've ever felt.
Cons: It's expensive, and we had to book two nights when we only needed one.
9.2
H
Wonderful
mature couple
04-17-2016
Pros: - 3 good restaurants
- nice location
Cons: - Breakfast is only "American style",
i.e. eggs. No sandwiches with
cheese or meat (unless you ask in
advance).
- Valet parking is way to expensive
($ 38.- p/d)
7.5
John
Good
young couple
04-09-2016
Pros:
Cons: Buffet price was far too expensive and restaurant and parking prices also considered too expensive - parking should be complementary
7.1
Barbara
Good
family with older children
03-24-2016
Pros: Beautiful views and we had a great meal at Nelson's.
Cons: i think it is way, way over priced!
9.6
Jennifer
Exceptional
review category group of friends
02-28-2016
Pros: Very peaceful, beautiful environment. Staff was excellent. Room was spacious & a very comfortable bed. Best hotel in LA area by far
Cons:
5.8
Raduca
Okay
mature couple
02-24-2016
Pros: Location and the staff were friendly and helpful. Marcel is a very good restaurant. Get to know the chef if you dine there. He is very friendly and talking to him about his various culinary choices makes the dining experience more enjoyable.
Cons: I booked two massage appointments online through Terranea site as birthday gift for my husband but when we got there there were no appointments under my name. It appears you can "submit" request for appointments online but you need to talk to someone to confirm them. As I did not need to confirm the reservation for my room I did not think twice about the confirmation for the spa. They appeared to be aware that reserving spa services through email online does not work for them either. So if you want to make sure you have an appointment call them and talk to someone in person.
Another issue with the place was that I reserved a room with ocean view but we were given a room with pool view and only "partial " ocean view. They did accommodate us though and moved us to another room when we asked for it. So overall it was a good experience but I would have liked a hassle free stay on this special occasion.
10.0
Julie
Exceptional
mature couple
02-17-2016
Pros: absolutely gorgeous location and facility. loved the trails, the exercise classes with the view of the ocean, loved the attentiveness of the staff, just loved everything! Sunday brunch was AMAZING!
Cons: not a single thing...
8.3
Suzie
Very Good
family with young children
02-17-2016
Pros: Pool
Cons: Restaurant waiters and waitresses
9.2
Nickhanson
Wonderful
young couple
02-09-2016
Pros: location and view
Cons: parking charge and hidden charges
5.0
Kristie
Fair
family with older children
01-26-2016
Pros: The location was great
Cons: Had to move rooms because of bugs in our room. Could not eat at hotel most evenings because they were over booked. Food at hotel was not that quality we are use to.
10.0
Amanda
Exceptional
young couple
01-20-2016
Pros: The location of the resort was great!! The restaurants were both great that we ate ate, & the hiking trails were awesome too!!
Cons:
9.6
Rey
Exceptional
family with young children
01-19-2016
Pros: Terranea is as 5 Star as it gets. Excellent facilities. Amazing property. Awesome staff.
Cons: Pretty pricey, but, got what we paid for.
9.6
Burton
Exceptional
mature couple
12-29-2015
Pros: Relaxed atmosphere, attentive staff, variety of food options.
Cons: The booking.com rate was higher than that published on the hotel's website. We complained to booking.com and there were unable to honor the best available rate. If we booked direct with the hotel, we would have saved $500.00 which made us a little upset!
10.0
Kathleen
Exceptional
young couple
12-26-2015
Pros: Beautiful location! We celebrated our wedding night at the terrenea (our ceremony was at the neighborhood church and the reception was at the trump). The staff was so wonderful- they upgraded us to an ocean view suite and it was so beautiful- will come every year around our anniversary!
Cons:
8.5
Warren
Excellent
solo traveller
12-08-2015
Pros: Freindly comfort 9 holes golf
Cons:
9.6
Natalie
Exceptional
review category group of friends
11-24-2015
Pros: Location, my room, the spa, the grounds
Cons: The food at Nelson's was not great. It's such a great location in the property & the food did not match it. Too many deep fried options - not interesting menu.
9.6
Eileen
Exceptional
family with older children
10-20-2015
Pros: The Staff was so very accommodating and helpful. The property is beautiful with lots of options for poolside relaxation
The Executive Chef came out to greet my family at our 90th & 40th birthday celebration at Mar'Sel. The food was delicious.
Cons: The fact that the Catalina Grill only offered a $58 per person brunch on Sunday morning. When it offers Ala Carte on other days. Way too much for people that don't eat a lot but want to sit down by the view. The only other option was Nelson, between the hours of 8-10 am and Sea Beans, which was great but was located up by the drive in entrance.
9.6
Richard
Exceptional
family with older children
10-17-2015
Pros: Wonderful in every way.
Cons: The price point is too high. We live in Del Mar and I have disposable income. Still, the cost needs to be $100 less
10.0
Peter
Exceptional
mature couple
10-15-2015
Pros: It felt like we were on a tropical island even though we were in the heart of LA. Beautiful trail system. Stunning views of Catalina Island
Comfortable room with great service. On site food, while pricey, was top notch
Cons: Had to pay $5.00 for a cup of coffee at breakfast Kind of petty for such a nice resort.
Two adult pools, but both were closed during the week. Should have at least one open
10.0
Kit
Exceptional
young couple
10-15-2015
Pros: We love the trails offered by the resort, it is safe and pleasant. Also the restauants are really good! Highly recommend.
Cons:
9.6
C
Exceptional
mature couple
10-12-2015
Pros: Great staff, warm welcome after a long drive. Outstanding location! Variety of pools and restaurants.
One of the bedside lamps was broken and in no time it was fixed!
Cons:
9.2
Bill
Wonderful
mature couple
09-22-2015
Pros: Enchanting grounds
generous room upgrade
excellent and accomodating (of a vintage automobile) car valet staff
good fitness center
picture perfect Nelson's dinner on Friday evening
Cons: Backache from mattress
lousy Sunday night dinner in the bar because of Seattle football game on the tv that soaked up all the servers' oxygen -- not their fault, but there wren't enough on hand to deal with the crowd
negotiating among three cabs, each claiming to be the cab that the Concierge called for me, at 5:45 Monday morning -- an inauspicious way to start the day
7.5
C
Good
review category group of friends
09-19-2015
Pros: Loved the location! You feel like you're in the Mediterranean!
Cons: Did not like how in-house guests were not given priority for in-house dining; Catalina Kitchen hostesses can be friendlier.
7.9
Martines
Good
young couple
08-26-2015
Pros: great location
Cons: too crowded for a resort with this price tag!
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