Living on the edge like Aerosmith, this place was great! Me and my wife went down for an early Memorial Day trip. It was our first time at an Alila resort and so I am happy to say that they have set a nice bar for the brand. Prior to our arrival I was glad to receive a text from the hotel in preparation for our stay. I have status with the Hyatt brand and so I appreciated them anticipating our needs and requests before our check-in. Upon check-in, we were greeted by a wonderful signature scent that will remind me of the class and and calm of this beautiful resort. Melika was the front desk agent and she was pleasant and welcoming to us. She was a great steward of the hotel and the surrounding area. She presented us with a complimentary punch, me with a note from the hotel, and a nice bracelet which were all nice gestures from the hotel. The staff that we came in contact with was all professional and attentive. From drinks and dining at Vaga and the Pocket to the valet, everyone was nice. I had read that they were understaffed so I was worried, but everyone provided great service. I want to mention that Alexis from Vaga provided exemplary service and we appreciated it. The food and drinks were delicious and we loved the presentation and flavor of EVERYTHING that we ordered from hotel restaurants. We stayed in a coastline view room on the third floor. It was clean and comfortable for the most part. The bed was comfortable but both my wife and I felt like the pillows could have been better.Overall we liked the room and the quality of the stay. We loved the eucaplytus leaves hanging over the shower as it added to the relaxing vibe of the hotel. The hotel is modern, spacious, and clean. It has a nice gym and although the pool is on the smaller side, it's heated and relaxing. We enjoyed lounging and the views from the bluffs with the birds flying by and the music being played poolside. Another thing that I like to note is that the halls seemed to be wide and with accessibility in mind I like that the halls didn't feel narrow. We don't have any accessibility needs but the halls looked like they would be wide enought to accomodate wheelchairs. We had a great time at the Alila Marea and look forward to returning next time we're in San Diego County. We've been to many of the Hyatt properties in the area, and this one was a unique and relaxing experience that we would reccommend to others that want a nice relaxing getaway. read more

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Great location and excellent views. This hotel is all about spending time by the ocean. The Vaga restaurant could use some improvement, but that's in my other review. Valet service is the fastest I've ever experienced, and they work 24/7. Hotel staff are knowledgeable and professional. I liked being able to sit down to check into the hotel- a small thing, but different. The rooms are wonderful, and we had the chance to stay in a room with an ocean view. Bed was nice and comfortable. Pillows could've been more firm. Shower was amazing and felt like a spa. Loved the separate toilet room. Bathroom lighting was difficult for putting on my makeup, which was my only complaint. Loved the nespresso machine in the room and the little snacks. Robes were plush along with nice slippers. The gym was smaller than expected but has great equipment, including a road-like treadmill and two peloton bikes. All in all, a great hotel with sweeping ocean views. read more

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I expected slightly more for this resort. It's a 3.5 stars for me. -room was spacious and felt nice. Amazing view of the ocean. Can cast on to TV from smart devices. Somethings were not 5 star quality- showers looked great from a far with sleek matte fixtures. Up close it was caked in hard water crusting and the handles had rust. I was on the 2nd floor and the balcony setup was odd. You can see right on yo the patio of floor 1 which extends out past the limit of your balcony. People who are sitting by their fireside patio of their rooms below you can look up and see you...not much for privacy. The chairs on the balcony were very comfy. -spa accommodations fell somewhat short as well. There is only a sauna. If you wanted jacuzzi you gotta go to the pool which is not close to the spa. The relaxation area was so small. There were 4 lounge chairs, 2 on each side facing each other. Would be nice for some curtains so you are not looking at a stranger while trying to sip your tea of relax. Staff were very polite and nice. Suzanne did an amazing job with the massage and was very accommodating to my requests. read more

Positives restaurant breakfast , Ocean views. Some staff going above and beyond. Others?? Will defiantly return and hopefully the place is more stable. Breakfast staff wonderful. Evening dinners ok price point terrible. Negatives Construction. New carpet being installed above our floor. Toilet failures room bathroom quality for this price point poor. Inconsistencies w Svc from staff. Some going above and beyond to other sssss need more training in hospitality and what the founding father of Alila stood for. Hyatt brand inconsistency w policy and fees. Spa below average /lack Of welcome read more

Alila Marea Beach - PCF to the south - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Encinitas, California

The café downstairs is a true local gem. With seasonal homemade syrups and freshly baked pastries, it's a must-try spot! The ladies who run it are so warm and welcoming--they remember your drink and make you feel right at home. Many of my neighbors, including myself, stop by regularly, and it's the perfect addition to a morning beach stroll. Thank you for creating such a wonderful sense of community through your hospitality and amazing coffee! read more

Alila Marea Beach - Coffee Box - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Encinitas, California

I'm really happy with the room I received. It's beautiful, comfortable, and exactly the kind of space I was hoping for. I already feel welcomed and relaxed, and I'm excited to enjoy my stay at the hotel. read more

Our family's first stay at Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas in July 2023 was wonderful--so much so that we decided to return this year, looking forward to the same elevated experience. Unfortunately, what awaited us in June 2025 was not only disappointing, but downright infuriating. We booked our stay back in April for June 5th and 6th--two adults and our 3-year-old daughter. At no point during the booking process (through Chase Travel) were we informed of any occupancy limit issues. And yet, when we arrived at check-in, exhausted from a long drive from Orange County and an even longer day at Legoland, we were coldly informed by the front desk that their "new" 2-person-per-room policy meant we couldn't stay unless we booked a *second* room--at over $1000 per night. This was the first time I had ever heard of such an absurd policy. It's not like we were trying to cram in a party of five. We're a family of *three*, and our daughter is *three years old*. Common sense--and basic hospitality--would suggest some flexibility. Instead, we were met with rigid, impersonal responses and zero empathy. Their only solution? Either pay for another room on the spot, or cancel our stay entirely and relocate to a "comparable" hotel in Oceanside--20 minutes away and vastly depressed in terms of ambiance and luxury. This wasn't just an inconvenience. It derailed our entire trip. We had planned every detail--meals, beach visits, downtime at the resort--all around staying at Alila. Instead, we found ourselves scrambling at 5 p.m. to find a new hotel, while our toddler was melting down from hunger and missed naps, my wife was fuming, and I was completely drained from trying to reason with a hotel staff that clearly didn't care about our situation. They offered no exception, no accountability, and no real apology. Just a corporate shrug and a ruined experience. It's truly baffling how a supposedly high-end resort can be so tone-deaf and dismissive to returning guests. This wasn't just a policy oversight--it was a customer service failure. One that shows exactly where Alila's priorities now lie. Not in hospitality. Not in loyalty. But in bureaucracy and blanket policies that punish families who dare to travel with their child. If you're traveling as a family--even a small one--you should think twice before trusting this resort to treat you with any degree of understanding or respect. Absolutely disappointing. Shame on you, Alila. read more

One star is for the ocean view. Everything else is zero star and worse: water in the shower never gets hot enough, the toilet seat was not aligned so we were sitting on the rim of the toilet bowl, and the most uncomfortable bed that sinks. And that is $850 a night studio with coastal view. As we were leaving, the Caucacian group of young boys or so called valets questioned if i was indeed the owner of my Porsche; non-Caucacians can't own a Porsche?!?! $2000 for miserable two nights. Highly do not recommend. read more

Absolutely unacceptable experience--will never return. Because of the way I was treated by Roque Medina, I will never step foot in this so-called "resort" again. Roque's behavior was unprofessional, aggressive, and completely inappropriate for someone in a hospitality role. It was clear he discriminates against guests based on appearance and perceived status--an appalling and shameful way to operate. He escalated the situation instead of handling it with any level of courtesy or professionalism. This experience was not just disappointing--it was disturbing. Avoid this place at all costs. read more

Had a wonderful stay at Alila Marea . We entertained friends by the fire, spent time at the pool and the upstairs bar & on the beach. Long time all's on the beach were the call for the morning an then off to Vaga for breakfast & lunch. Appetizers in the bar in the evening were great. Can't wait for our n Ft stay! read more

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Disappointed by the New No-Kids Policy I've been coming to Alila Marea for the past 3 years with my family and friends, and it's always been a special place full of amazing memories. The beach, the views, the experience--everything used to be perfect. Unfortunately, I recently found out that kids are no longer allowed at the resort, which came as a huge disappointment. This new policy completely changes the spirit of what made this place feel like a second home. It feels like the community and family-friendly vibe that made Alila Marea so unique is being taken away as my family and other families can't enjoy their family traditions. As my family has kids over the age of 11 makes it very disappointing and sad. I'm giving this a 1-star rating for now, not because the resort isn't beautiful (it is), but because this policy excludes families like mine who have supported the resort year after year. If Alila reconsiders and allows families with children again, I'll gladly update my review--because I'd love to keep coming back and making new memories. Please listen to your loyal guests. read more

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Stayed one night here recently. Beautiful oceanside resort. Had an incredible dinner with views at Vaga. The only downside was the small entrance drive way and no option for self parking. Otherwise, very nice new property for this part of San Diego county. More for couples/adults than it is a family resort. Pool area is a bit small. Hadn't really thought to stay in Encinitas all these years we've lived in Orange County, but glad we made a weekend trip to just hang out and go to the beach and enjoy the resort. read more

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Saying I'm obsessed with this place is an understatement. Shout out to Instagram for helping me discover my new favorite spot!! This beach resort is perfect. The service is top notch. From valet to the front desk, everyone is so friendly. We received complimentary drinks upon check-in and a free upgrade to a bigger room for our mini-moon. Downside is, there is no parking other than valet. Valet is pricey, $50+ per day. If you come here for a spa service, bring your valet ticket in and they will validate parking for you. The views are breathtaking. VAGA, the restaurant located in the resort is very good too. The rooms are gorgeous. Very spacious with deep tubs and a walk-in shower. This place thinks of all the little things such as free tanning lotion at the pool - to nespresso coffee machines in your room. TOP SHELF quality spot. Yes, it's pricey, but worth every penny. 12 out of 10 recommend! read more

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Stayed here for my brother's wedding, it was gorgeous the restaurant was top notch , in the five days I stayed here I ate here multiple times. The view from my room , the restaurant and the pool was amazing. The hotel was very accommodating and upon arrival they had a drink or sparkling water available. The service was amazing, the coffee shop downstairs along with the surf shop had everything you could need. They offered chairs and towels brought down to the beach. The service at the pool was also great, the food at the pool was really well done. The ball room was open and there was a large balcony overlooking the ocean . read more

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Visited the resort for a friend's birthday celebration and had a few drinks at their pool bar a few weeks back. Very slow service and poor management. Overpriced cocktails and frozen finger food. The management refused to let us bring in our own birthday cake and refused to provide us the plates/utensils to serve it. Absolutely ridiculous. If the host is paying hundreds of dollars for expensive drinks and cheap food, I would expect to be able to cut our own cake. When they said no, we asked if they had their own cake on the menu, and they did not. My friend who was celebrating a big milestone birthday just wanted to celebrate with drinks and cake by the ocean. I will not be returning for any further celebrations, get togethers, or events here. read more

Tonight, I'm giving this place 1 star. As a local community member and frequent guest at Alila Marea, I was shocked by the experience at the Pocket Bar on a Sunday night! We (14 of us) were celebrating a dear friend's birthday when the head manager, Macie, behaved in an incredibly rude and unprofessional way. When we politely asked about serving a small cake we'd brought, she told us they can't serve cake outside and as we tried to understand the policy, she just kept saying over and over again we can't do that and by the way, no one has called me to tell me and check in with me. So we asked her to go get the cake which she did and then basically handed it back to us very abruptly. She wouldn't make eye contact with me and spoke only to my friend, and was openly dismissive. Later, she slammed a drink down so abruptly that everyone at our 14-person celebration was stunned. For such a high-end resort, this level of disrespect and poor customer service is unacceptable. Alila Marea should hold its management to much higher standards. read more

Overall a nice experience. The reception staff were kind and friendly and the restaurant staff were attentive. Food wasn't quite stellar but it was tasty. Only complaint is that there is noise transference between floors when someone is walking so that woke us up one morning. read more

Really disappointed with this hotel. Management is super unfriendly, we've stayed here a couple times but the way they deal with things has gotten really bad. Used to be much better. I would highly recommend avoiding it. They also are not allowing families any more. Lame. You can see recent reviews going downhill. read more

After staying at this resort on more than 7 different occasions, I find it impossible to find an unkind word. The location alone is jaw dropping. The resort itself fills a large portion of Highway 101 between Carlsbad and Encinitas. The resort inside, and out is amazing. The style, the design, the service, and the interior design are all some of the best. The designers did not miss a beat. For weddings, parties, a get away, or if you want to impress, this is the place. The resort offers top notch service, restaurants and a great place to escape your busy day to day. The beach is just a short walk away, and you feel as though it's private. The hotel also offers a large swimming pool. The staff here is perfect in every way. They have the answers to your questions, they make you feel welcomed, and they only provide the best service. I was surprised that this property is only a 4 star property given its location, style, service and design. The rooms are perfect in every way, the rates are extremely surprising for the level of style, and service. When you stay here, you will be happy you did. read more

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The food was okay and the rooms are fairly small. I enjoyed the pool with the sunset view cause that was the only reason I wanted to stay there. Great service by the employees but mid hotel over all read more

All in all it was a great birthday get-a-way for my wife. She loves the beach !! our room(upgraded) was wonderful. each night we kept the slider open to hear the pounding surf. Wife fell in love with the soaps and hair products. the globalist breakfast was great also. and the many treats that came from the front office team ,guest experience team, and even from My Hyatt Concierge, Gayle made for a wonderful relaxing 3 days... we actually stayed an extra day cause wife did not want to go. Although we did not pay 60.00 to park or pay 55.00 resort fees, its still pricey. read more

The resort is just what you'd expect for a beachside stay in the San Diego area. Ocean access, themed rooms and modernity. This venue is an upscale contemporary retreat on the coast. Reminds me of the hotel in Hawaii without the crazy humidity. read more

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This was supposed to be a special trip to celebrate my wife's birthday, but it was completely ruined by the way we were treated by the hotel staff and their manager, Kabeeb. We are a family of three--two adults and our 5-month-old baby. Upon arrival, we were told we couldn't stay in the room we booked because we had a baby with us. Yes, a 5-month-old baby--not a teenager, not another adult, but an infant who doesn't even use a bed. Instead of welcoming us, they insisted we either book a second room for the baby or they could assist us in finding a different hotel. That was their solution. On my wife's birthday. It was insulting, inflexible, and completely lacking in basic hospitality. No crib was offered. No attempt was made to accommodate us like any family-friendly hotel would. Just a cold, dismissive attitude and a ridiculous policy that makes no sense. We've traveled with our baby before and never once encountered this kind of treatment. Most hotels understand that infants don't count toward occupancy limits. But here, it felt like they were just looking for an excuse to charge more or push us out. If you're a parent traveling with a child--especially an infant--do yourself a favor and stay far away from this place. They don't value families, and they certainly don't value their guests read more

Tried to make a reservation, and when I saw the price was on point, I was ready to book it. But after waiting a few minutes, the site updated itself, as I was in checkout, and the prices went sky rocket high! I contacted the chat CS and that was pointless. I even said, next time I will take a pic of my screen with the amount it was listed at.. and she told me, "that's a good idea"... ??? With many negatives on this place, think we will pass. Why give my good money to a place where they don't even value prospective customers! Too many other places to stay and feel welcomed. This place sure isn't it. What a disappointment. read more

For the price of this hotel they make it absolutely impossible to get through to them over the phone. Such an awful experience, I'm ready to cancel my reservation. I'm paying $700 a night for a hotel not going on a Disney cruise. read more

Spent about 45 minutes on the phone working details of a reservation for a special getaway with my wife to relax after the holiday madness and the agent Alex apparently never hit "save". Shame on me for writing down all details except the one time I didn't check email for the confirmation number, but the Hyatt/Alila omission messing up my reservation and holiday just lost my trust in that place. Not willing to rebook at higher rates. Going elsewhere. read more

What an amazing experience we spent our anniversary here. The service was absolutely first class the food the people, the room, the quality of linens and supplies they provide during your visit is first class. I will continue to visit this resort with friends and family. This will be added to our list of places to continue to create special memories. Thank you Rebecca and the entire staff here at Alila for making it very special. read more

Alila Marea Beach - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Encinitas, California

We came here for my husband's birthday. We really glad to pick the Alila Resort. We just love it! To me, this resort is like a piece of art. Simple and sophisticated Architecture and Interior design. Like they said "Stone, wood, and sophisticated décor blend style with a sustainable focus, creating havens of understated elegance, accented with pops of color and replete with modern amenities for your utmost comfort. Each corner of the hotel feels like that I am in the art gallery with the nature. And there is a staircase leads to the Ponto State Beach from the resort. And it's a lovely and quiet beach which I really like it. We walk on the beach every morning and there are some beautiful stone pebbles. We had 2 queen beds room with a patio with a fire pit at first floor which is really spacious and comfortable. The bed is so comfortable. The bathroom is clean and elegant. I love the shower place, it has this natural plants smell, and very refreshing. I also like their Coffee & Tea table, it contains both Coffee machine and tea boiler, for people like me whom loves tea is a big plus. They offer 4 different type of tea bags for you to choose. And their tea mug is very beautiful. They have 2 complementary Proud Source Sprint Water bottles and 2 complementary 5% alcohol drinks in the room. The patio with a fire pit is very cozy and oversized, and have a fantastic ocean view. We spent lots time at the patio: had my husband's birthday cake, had a wine chatting with friends, watched the beautiful sunset etc. It's big enough to have ten people at that patio. The service is super good at Alila resort. From front desk to the technician, they are very helpful and supportive. The front desk lady Jackie sent us a very beautiful dessert plate for my husband's birthday. That's very sweet! We will definitely visit again Alila Marea Beach Resort soon! read more

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The definition of service! It was my first time here wanting to grab dinner. As soon as I got to the front the valet team greeted me and even offered to walk me to the restaurant. When I got to the restaurant, I wanted to listen to music and the the restaurant I went didn't have music so they had Juan walk me all the way to the Pocket where music was played. During the walk, Juan talked to me about the offerings at this hotel, the different food options, and even walked me to the pool, view deck of the ocean and fire pits and told me to enjoy the night. Incredible service with every interaction and staff members I came across- wow! Had a great dirty martini here as well. Although I live in the area, I am going to stay here as a staycation with my family just because of the incredible service that I experienced tonight. Thank you team and I'll see you soon read more

Alila Marea Beach - Yummy dirty martini - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Encinitas, California

Beautiful setting with amazing views! Staff is very accommodating People are nice Simple and modern read more

Alila Marea Beach - Entrance - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Encinitas, California

Awesome establishment, had a room issue and Kadeem the night shift manager made it better plus some. Excellent service

When I checked out, I received my paper invoice when I was at the hotel. Everything looked good on there. When I get home, a few days later I see a charge for around $600 on my credit card. I opened my email from the hotel and they had a PDF copy of my invoice as well on that invoice. There was a charge for massage on the electronic copy but the printed copy they gave me at the hotel when I checked out did not have a charge for a massage. I never received a massage at the hotel. I had to call customer service to get them to take the massage charge off as I never received a massage. Why would I be charged for something extra when the receipt at the hotel that was given to me was what it should have been? Please get your receipts from this hotel. I don't know how that happened. It is very shady. The printed copy and the emailed copy were both given to me on the same date at the same time, but both of them are different. Other than that, there are no windows in this hotel in the hallways or the gym and it is very depressing. The view from the room looked like it was a construction site also overlooking train tracks. I would not come back. read more

I spoke to the management team here about my stay. They were beyond kind and so apologetic about my experience with the valet, which I believe is outsourced. I really appreciated how quickly they reached out and how they were able to boldly articulate Alila and Hyatt's commitment to DEIB and top-notch service across the board. The team informed me they'd be addressing my concern directly with the valet, which put me at ease. --- UPDATE ABOVE, ORIGINAL REVIEW BELOW ---- My stay here was nice. The resort, itself, was gorgeous. The bed was quite comfy and the room was incredibly clean. I really appreciated the kindness of the concierge and front desk staff. They provided excellent service from the moment I booked my stay. I'm a Hyatt Globalist and was upgraded to a Coastline view with a patio fire pit, which was nice. I wish I'd had a bit more milk/sugar to enjoy my morning tea, but I made it work. I was a little disappointed by the shower pressure, but the size was nice. The most disappointing part of my experience was my interaction with the valet. The valet treated me like I was a third-class citizen. I def think additional training is necessary. That said, the place was great. From the welcome drink, to the hard seltzer (local, I think), I was pretty impressed. read more

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AWESOME LOCATION & THE ALILA MAREA IS AND ORGANIC FIT WITH THE ENVIRONMENT AND DESIGN I'm a Lifetime Globalist with Hyatt and have spent hundreds of nights in Hyatts in 30 or more international destinations. This resort felt like an Andaz with a cool minimalist reception check-in and "chill" customer care everywhere. Requested early checkin for our short drive from LA. A room we arrived around 3:00 and the room they had blocked was not ready but were told the room designated was a pool & ocean view suite worth a wait. So we hung out on the second floor terrace with stunning views. We entered our four room suite with time to spare for a stunning sunset from the patio overlooking the pool. After sunset we went to town and rose early to enjoy a sumptuous breakfast at VAGA. The pertinences, designs, materials and earth-friendliness of the entire resort helped a feeling of one with nature. The staircase to the beach with its excellent break fulfilled the promise of the tides and the surf for those at one with the "Marea" read more

Stayed at the hotel this past weekend for my engagement which also happened on property. The beach and location were very special to me growing up so it was a no brainer to stay here. The hotel is beautiful and I loved the room. The shower was large and even had eucalyptus and the bed was quite comfortable. I also enjoyed the larger deck! However, we showed up around 3:30pm to check in. We waited in a 15 minute line at the check in desk. Our room wasn't ready which is fine since check in is 4pm. We were told we'd receive a text when it was ready. However, come 4pm the room wasn't still not ready and we had to continue waiting. Once we received the text, another 10-15 minute wait at the front desk to get our key. We were told our bags would be in the room, however they were not. When I called the front desk to inquire, they said there was a wait for bag delivery. I was getting engaged that afternoon and needed my stuff to get ready asap. The bag came around 5pm. The staff did send some chocolate covered strawberries as a congratulations as I was running out for dinner to celebrate with my family. Sadly the entire mini fridge is filled already so I was unable to store them and they were bad by the time I got home. The pool area is much too small for the hotel size. We had to wait by the fire pit for 25 minutes the next day before a chair opened up. The lady next to me wasn't even a hotel guest, she was just at the spa for the day but was given pool access which is crazy to me when you don't even have enough chairs for your overnight guests. Then we found out one of the bar enders quit and they were having sewage problems. It was a hot mess trying to relax by the pool and get a beverage. Finally they closed the bar and you could only get a drink if you reused your cup. Overall it ruined the relaxation/ wellness experience. Finally, we asked for a late checkout. The property said they did not allow any late checkouts, which was fine. However, I'm not exaggerating when I say at 11am on the dot, some lady was banging on our door to kick us out. We had our bags packed by the door and were just doing a walk through. But the fact that we got into our room late and then they yell at us at 11am on the minute is truly baffling to me. The valet also was understaffed which was an issue given there was no self parking given the location. But they were the sweetest guys and made up for it with their help and friendliness. Overall I loved the property and it has such great potential, but holy moly does the service need some work! It definitely put a damper on my engagement weekend. read more

I went to a wedding here a few weeks ago SO super fun! The venue itself is beautiful but more casual than somewhere like LaValencia (that I also LOVE) but very nice nonetheless! Food was great and staff was super attentive and helpful. Usually I attend weddings with a group of friends and always have a great time no matter what the venue (but it's usually great, with a few exceptions). This time I went alone and had more time to explore and enjoy the surroundings! Highly re commend! Enjoy! read more

A stunning property terribly mismanaged. The views are gorgeous but they hate children and families which is the dumbest business model that has ever lived. Good luck being unwelcoming to families in San Diego. This is a family community. The service and food was terrible. The crab Benedict was the worst crab cake I've ever had, please put down the cumin! Zero people want Indian spiced crab cake Benedict. Hollandaise was bad. Over cooked bacon, sweaty tomatoes. The staff yelled at all the kids. Insane. The hotel needs completely new management and a new chef. read more

I've noticed a few reviewers mention that they are surprised by the low rating for this resort. For hotels/resorts, I find it extremely helpful to also look at the reviews on Trip Advisor. Yelp is my go to for reviews on most things, but for hotels, I find the ratings/reviews more accurate to my personal experience on Trip Advisor. For instance, the Alila Marea Beach Resort has a 3.5 out of 31 reviews on Yelp. On Trip Advisor, they're a 4 out of 122 reviews. IMO, more seasoned travelers tend to use Trip Advisor for reviews, so it's really helpful to use together with Yelp. read more

Alila Marea Beach - View from 2nd floor room balcony - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Encinitas, California

We got to spend one night at this new resort in Encinitas to celebrate my husbands birthday. The resort itself is beautiful with modern decor and beautiful scenery. The staff was very nice and helpful. We were upgraded to an ocean view room due to our status with Hyatt. Very nice! Rooms are small but very cozy. We had to take our two small kids with us last minute since babysitting fell through... not unusual. When we checked into our king room they could clearly see that we had 4 guests but failed to mention that they have no roll away bed option. So mid birthday dinner at VAGA my husband had to step away to deal with a room change since there was no where for the kids to sleep. They accommodated us but we had to pack up and unpack again. I forgot to pack my hairbrush and called downstairs to ask for one. 45 mins later nothing... I called again and finally got one a few minutes before dinner. The hotel pool is tiny. This hotel is not for kids which I completely understood before booking here. The jacuzzi however is rather large and overlooks the ocean. Drinks were nice at the pool and service was excellent. My biggest complaint is that this resort holds itself to a higher standard (super pricy) yet failed to measure up to the Ritz-Carlton/Four Seasons level of service. For the money there are plenty of other resorts I would recommend before coming back here. read more

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After our wedding, we decided to do a mini-moon, and were told Alila Marea was nice! We were not impressed. Pros: On the beach Comfy beds Spacious rooms Valet was prompt Cons: Super slow service (both hotel & restaurant) Small pool Food at Vaga is okay (we were also told they had no reservations and we had to find our own seats outside) No staff at the beach to help with lounge chairs/umbrellas. We had to call the front desk, which again, took a long time! Overall, our stay was okay. The hotel is expensive, and it's not worth the price! read more