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    L'Auberge Del Mar

    3.5 (545 reviews)
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    Carmen S.

    Beautiful setting, Good service and food was delicious. They accommodated my friends dog with water and they had a treat. Place is peaceful and nice to look out to the ocean. Fries were plentiful and salad was fresh. Will be back.

    Pool was smallish
    Henri V.

    L'Auberge is French and means lodge or inn. L'Auberge Del Mar is a small hotel north of San Diego in the city of Del Mar, with beach views and offers many amenities. Over two decades ago, I stayed at L'Auberge in Sedona Arizona and had an excellent experience; surrounded by red rock canyon, nestled next to a running stream, and the menu offered french country cuisine. Because of such a wonderful experience, I hoped a stay here at L'Auberge Del Mar would be Trés Bien... This hotel is not grand, small pool but the pool lounge, lobby lounge, restaurant and spa were above average. Our suite had all the necessities for a comfortable stay including balcony with ocean views and very dog friendly; my pup felt at ease. Would have preferred a larger pool, unobstructed ocean views and direct beach access. Service from the entire staff was excellent, all very cordial and helpful. After a couple weeks in Paris for a work/pleasure vacation, we were exhausted and needed another vacation to decompress, relax from feeling jet lag. L'Auberge was just the right place, it's far away enough from the city of San Diego, across from the beach, and it's French flair was perfect to ease back from a French vacation into our SoCal life. Recommend

    View from my dining table looking west
    Tammy D.

    Great venue near the water, the outdoor seating has some warmth, had lunch today menu was very diverse. Food was excellent so was the service.

    Marjon F.

    My girlfriend who lives in Vista planned a girls night for us here. It's a really cute Hotel bar overlooking the ocean. They had live music last night and have live music on the weekends as well. It's really perfect casual, yet elegant spot for drinks in Del Mar. It's also dog friendly! Vallet is $7 for the first 2 hours. Quiet enough where you can hear each other speak but feels alive and social as well.

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    Ashley R.

    From the moment we arrived, the level of service at this hotel far exceeded our expectations. We were visiting to celebrate the babymoon we never had the chance to take and this stay turned out to be exactly what we needed as a family. A huge thank you to the valet team, especially Michael and Sean, who honestly made the entire experience unforgettable. They not only remembered our names, but also greeted our two kids by name every single time they saw us. That kind of personalized attention was so heartwarming and rare. Doug, the beach valet went above and beyond. He was incredibly kind and knowledgeable, giving us great local recommendations and helping us get set up at the beach, no small feat considering how much gear we were juggling with the kids in tow. The front desk staff handled everything with a sense of urgency and genuine kindness, which made check-in and any requests throughout our stay feel smooth and stress-free. Our room was spotless, and the housekeeping team was just as impressive, even tracking down a pair of scissors for us right away without hesitation. The restaurant staff were friendly and warm, and room service was excellent and prompt (a blessing with kids!). I have to say we are foodies and surprisingly enjoyed our breakfast from the hotel more than we did any of the local hotspots. Not sure if it's true or not but the chilaquiles are supposedly a family recipe from the chef and I believe it, they are that good. Also, order the acai bowl- it's only on the pool menu but you can order it at Adelaide for breakfast- so yummy! The concierge team added a special touch to our stay, making us feel celebrated in a meaningful way. We were also thrilled to be able to extend our stay one more night, even though that extra night wasn't available during booking. It felt like the entire team worked together to make it happen. Our stay was truly memorable, and we genuinely loved everything about it.  If I could offer any suggestions for improvement, it would be regarding the water situation. There were no complimentary bottled waters in the room only mini bar options for purchase ($9). The front desk had warm Dasani bottles available, while the hotel's outlets sold Evian. For a hotel of this caliber and price point, providing better quality, complimentary water (even just two bottles per day) would be expected. The children's scavenger hunt was a fun idea, but the prize trunk was completely empty. Our child was kindly offered an Oreo cookie instead, but that's not something we include in our family's diet, so he was understandably disappointed. A restocked prize selection or alternate keepsake reward would go a long way in making the experience special for young guests. The bathroom amenities also felt underwhelming. The scent provided was coconut mango, but the products themselves did not feel like high quality and almost seemed like an afterthought compared to all the other things. The pool was not heated, which meant we were unable to swim because of how cold it was. This was especially disappointing for our family, as the pool is often a big part of a vacation experience. Another note is that the room does not include a traditional fridge. There is a stocked mini bar, but we were instructed by the front desk to remove all of the items if we wished to use it as a fridge and then restock everything before checkout to avoid charges. For families, having a proper fridge would make a big difference. Lastly, don't expect a scenic view from most rooms. Much of the hotel is positioned behind condos, so the outlook is quite limited.

    Rhondie B.

    First time here and had an amazing New Years! I loved the different couch areas for relaxing and mingling, large bar, and outside was stunning. The outside area overlooked the waterfall, pool, and had ocean views. I hear they offer a great brunch so I'll be back to try that too.

    Bed bug on bed
    Rachel C.

    BED BUG NIGHTMARE--AND THEY GHOSTED US! We stayed here over the holidays, expecting a relaxing getaway--what we got was a horror show. After one night, we returned to what we thought was a clean room, only to find BED BUGS crawling around! I was bitten, and we immediately reported it to the front desk with photo evidence. They promised to switch our room and directed us to insurance claims. Then came the excuses. Their exterminator's report was "inconclusive," but they assured us insurance would still help. Spoiler alert: They ghosted us. We have clear photos and videos proving these were bed bugs--confirmed by our own exterminator. The infestation alone is disgusting, but the way this so-called "resort" completely ignored us is beyond unacceptable. STAY AWAY unless you want to bring home more than just souvenirs!

    Marija P.

    L'Auberge Del Mar has nice and decent facilities with a beautiful cocktail bar and stunning ocean views, making it a lovely spot to relax. The pool is small and isn't heated year-round, and the restaurant has a very limited menu with staff who aren't the friendliest. The spa is just OK, but overall, it's a pleasant experience, and I'd give it four stars.

    Where a screw was getting stuck in bathroom doorframe.
    Jeff R.

    Disappointing. We booked through the AMEX Fine Hotel program which we have used for The Loden (Vancouver) and The Wynn LV. Those were great stays at fantastic properties. This wasn't. Pros- Friendly welcoming service. The valets were especially nice. Front desk cordial offering waters, champagne, and chocolate. The ladies at the hotel coffee shop, Lyric, were great. The town around it is fun to explore with some cool boutiques, restaurants, and bars. Short walk to the coast. Cons-Room was a disappointment. I expected a more decorated room and I've been in rooms where you just stop and go "Whoa!" This wasn't one of them. The bathroom was cursed. Literally a few minutes into our entrance my daughter found herself stuck inside because there was apparently a screw sticking out of the door wedging itself into the frame. I didn't want to force it open and cause major damage so we had to call engineering. The toilet the next day got clogged. Poor engineer guy must have had his hands full around the compound because it took almost half an hour for him to arrive. There was no signal to the tv. Foot traffic from room above was quite audible. I will comment about the hotel restaurant in a separate review but that would fall under the negative section here as well. Wouldn't recommend.

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    Wonderful staff, beautiful location & they went above & beyond to accommodate us! Thank you!

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    Nice place, nice staff, nice location, nice food, nice overall. They keep the mini bar well stocked. I recommend.

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    The room was very spacious and comfy and it was like we were staying in our own luxurious beach house!

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