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Food is beautifully plated, delicious, and filling. Staff is always willing to work with your dietary restrictions.
Grace C.

Beautiful, restorative experience. The food was A+, all vegetarian (fish served occasionally, I believe) and the staff were all excellent. A highlight of my week was the "inner fitness program," an inspiring, funny, healing class about cultivating kindness toward yourself and others and fundamentally living a better, more loving life - I recommend booking your trip for one of the weeks it is offered. Even the people who were skeptical of the idea of "inner fitness" loved it.

Joelle P.

Growing up I would always hear about ladies "going to the spa." It sounded pretty boring to me at the time, mostly because I had no clue what they did all day. Now that I've been to "the spa" (twice), I can report: It is my dream world. As in, I would live here full time if I could. Every morning I go on a hike, then play tennis, then go swimming/lay out, attend fabulous lectures in the afternoon and go to the spa. Does it get any better than that? Don't think so. Definitely a better, more relaxing vacation than drinking on the beach. It nourishes the mind and body. And did I mention that all of the food and products at the spa are organic? Swoon! It is expensive, but worth every penny. I've already made my reservations for next year!

The best wellness resort I've traveled to this year!
Chelsea W.

The best wellness resort I've traveled to this year! See a long-form review here: https://thatschelsea.com/2019/07/29/rancho-la-puerta/

Kathryn M.

Had an amazing week here despite having concerns on first day about the vegetarian menu (I follow a Paleo type diet). And I really missed my kids! After first day or two, I was really enjoying the morning hikes, diverse fitness class options that were offered all day long and the spa treatments! (Spa is extra though). I highly recommend taking one of the cooking classes as they are led by amazing chefs. And the morning organic breakfast hike was lovely! Lastly, can't recommend crystal bowl sound healing more. Lovely meditative experience.

Amanda C.

Rancho La Puerta is an amazing spa resort in Baja California. Nestled in the mountains of a small town (Tecate), it's completely insulated from the world. The spa is only part of the experience - taking hikes on the mountain, visiting the organic farm and cooking school, going to the yoga and fitness classes and lounging in the hammocks amidst the stunning landscaping are all must-do Ranch activities. And the food is amazing, too. As healthy as you would expect but more delicious than you can imagine. Basically, I can't wait to go back! It's a pretty expensive place, but well worth it, I think. Spend a week here, and you will feel like a new person.

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Courtney L.

Rancho La Puerta is a dream spa for anyone looking to get a kick start in their life. The Ranch is located a mere 10 mins over the border in Tecate, Mexico but it feel like you have entered another world. The Ranch was founded in 1940 and is operated by the same folks who run the famous Golden Door spa in Escondido, CA. The Ranch is a less fancy version of the Golden Door and is geared towards folks wanting a more down to earth spa experience. The entire philosophy of the founders, Edmond and Deborah Szekely, is that it takes a week to make a miracle. For this very reason, all guests are encouraged to spend an entire week at the Ranch. I highly recommend that you heed their suggestion, because a week doesn't even feel like long enough! The guests spend their days exercising, hiking, learning about nutrition, and of course a healthy dose of spa treatments. Every morning there are different levels of hikes offered to explore the beautiful Mt. Kuchumaa. These are an excellent way to begin your morning and jump start your exercise routine. The Ranch also offers different level classes in Yoga, Pilates, Dance, Water Aerobics, Cardio Cycling, Circuit, etc. offered throughout the day. Each member of the staff is patient with the guests' levels of fitness, and want not make sure that everyone is both safe an happy. I had three different massages during my stay as well as a facial. I know, its a hard hard hard life... The spa offers a large variety of treatments ranging from massages, wraps, scalp treatments, and all that other good stuff you expect out of a spa. I recommend both the Hot Riverstone and Therapeutic massages. I wasn't a big fan of the Energy Balance massage, but my mother really enjoyed hers. Maybe I had a bad masseuse, who knows?! I heard from a lot of people that Scalp Treatment is to die for, and I will most definitely be trying that on my next trip. Most importantly, lets take a moment to talk about the absolutely DELICIOUS food. Whoever said that health food does not taste good has obviously not been to Rancho La Puerta. The Ranch offers vegetarian cuisine with a few seafood items occasionaly sprinkled in. There is a beautiful organic garden which grows a majority of the vegetables consumed by the guests. There was no point at the Ranch that I ever felt like I was at a loss for food. The portions were reasonably sized, and every dish was balanced with both flavor and texture. One of my favorite parts about my stay at the ranch with the Morning Breakfast Hike when we walked a little over 2 miles to the garden to eat breakfast. The main gardener Salvador, treats all of the vegetables like his children ,and will be more than happy to give you a tour. He couldn't keep his hands off of the vegetables, and made sure that each one of tried a piece of broccoli that he ripped out of the ground in from of our eyes. My breakfast that morning was one of my favorite meals during my entire stay. Recently, the Ranch opened the La Cocina Que Quanta cooking school. Guests can sign up to either watch a cooking demonstration or a hands-on class with the creative chef Jesus Gonzalez. When I was at the Ranch, Patricia Wells was a guest speaker and I was lucky enough to watch her demonstration. She was as lovely as you would expect, and gave us all copies of recipes from her new cookbook, Vegetable Harvest. The cooking school was a lot of fun and help round out the spa experience. Its nice to take a break from exercising to learn more about what you are putting into your body day in and day out. Overall, after one trip to the Ranch you will be planning your next getaway. Its an amazing thing to talk to other ranch goers and learn that this is their 8th or 9th visit. There is a reason that the Ranch has been around for so long and continuing to thrive. Check it out! Maybe I'll see ya there!! OH! I almost forgot, Bingo with Barry on Wednesday nights is an absolute MUST. Do not miss it! Everyone will be talking about it at breakfast the next morning.

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Rancho Tecate

(15 reviews)

So beautiful!! About 8-10 miles from the border and downtown Tecate…read more Hard to find at night but there are lit up palm trees near the entrance.

I booked my stay with Snaptravel,which I later learned, not to do. I arrived at the hotel on a…read moreSaturday night, did the check in and was then taken to the room. Two hours later the electricity goes outand with it the AC/heater unit, and so I call the front desk and they tell me that it's got to do something with the electric company,funny because there's light in the hallway and other rooms,but not mine. It takes them 3 hrs to solve the issue,which was to reset the circuit breaker. Next morning I check in with the front desk to see if I could go hike on the grounds and or use the jacuzzi,they said it was "unavailable", "all we have is the restaurant and the rooms". Would the website have mentioned the amenities were not available,I would've not stayed there.Monday morning a water line broke,so there was no water in the building I was staying in. I asked to see if I could be put in another room so that my lady and I could shower and get ready and they declined. They said there was no water in the entire hotel. I was pretty upset at this point because now I would have to check into another hotel to shower,so I asked for a one night refund. When I initially asked ,they told me that because I didn't book with themy directly I would have to petition that refund with Snaptravel. So then I asked them if they could give me a written statement( just like the snaptravel website asks to do) stating that they would reimburse me for the one night, and they reluctantly did. Did I get reimbursed by Snaptravel?- NO Lesson of the story: Don't stay at this hotel. It's not worth the money. Another tip: The amenities are most of the time either not available,not working,there's not an attendant,etc. So don't book a hotel because of the amenities they offer. If you're looking for something in particular,do it separately.

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Las Gaviotas, located 42 kilometers south of the San Ysidro border crossing is one of the premier…read morecommunities in northern Baja. The entire perimeter is fenced in with a security guard at the entrance who keeps tabs on everyone in the complex. A 2 bedroom home can accommodate 4 guests, and they are strict about this. You will not be allowed to have additional guests even for a few hours, therefore it is very safe and private. I love the architecture which ranges from Mexican Baroque to traditional Spanish Colonial and the entire compound has cobblestone streets and cement walking paths. There are several little gardens of roses and other lovely flowers making this a great place to take walks and enjoy the scenery. The large pool/jacuzzi area has plenty of lounge chairs and shaded seating, a shuffleboard court, a gym, and a banquet room. There is also a large surfing beach with several sturdy palapas for all guests and owners to use. A visit to Las Gaviotas is certainly a treat. I love to relax, enjoy a good book followed by a leisurely walk, then swimming and a relaxing dinner when I visit.

Such a beautiful location and beautiful homes. Staff and security are very friendly. We rented a…read morefull week; for adults it's a relaxation paradise! If you have teenagers there's not too much to do for longer than 3 days. About 3 miles down you can rent atvs which we're a blast!!! We stayed in house 137- the only issues we had was a broken umbrella which wasn't a huge deal at all especially since it was pretty chilly during our stay and the showers are not ADA. I had to get into the shower and help my mom in as it's a tub with no way in except about 2 feet high and no rails to hold on to. We will definitely be back!!

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It was amazing, wish I would've stayed for two nights, one night was not enough…read more The next door restaurant was delicious The room was so comfy and spacious I really enjoyed my stay and are definitely planning to visit again

Jacumba Hot Springs Hotel is a haven of relaxation--off-the-beaten path and filled with treasures…read moreof unique history. The owners did an incredible job honoring the desert beauty by restoring this gorgeous Moroccan inspired hotel that seems to nestle perfectly in the heart of town. You truly enter a little vortex, where everything you could need is on-site and within walking distance. The outside world seems to fade as you walk through the entrance doors. We celebrated a birthday as a couple where we indulged in a one night stay, in the King suite, enjoying the amenities exclusive to hotel guests. We dined at the restaurant, ordered poolside foods & drinks, sat by the bar, soaked in all the bathing areas, and enjoyed the little nooks to lounge. We stayed on a Sunday night and felt we had spaciousness from other guests and privacy to fully relax. Absolutely recommend visiting for an overnight stay as the exclusivity of hotel specific areas is a must to experience. The rooms are also gorgeous and minimalist by nature. The comfort of the bed and clean linens after a day of soaking topped it all! Truly had one of the best nights of sleep and wanted to do it all over again when we rose. As mineral spring connoisseurs, we were impressed by the cleanliness and purity of the waters. Truly healing on every level!! Maintenance staff actively were testing temperature, ensuring the waters remained comfortable and well-kept. Staff overall were helpful and kind. The restaurant menu was diverse and fitting for the setting--hitting the spot with flares of Mexican cuisine. The touches of healthfulness on the menu were appreciated. The pozole soup was warming and a highlight for visiting during the Winer season. Lastly, I can't forget to nod the eclectic and cozy bar, where we enjoyed live music and appetizers before our main sitting. The decor, bites and hospitality took us to another time and place. We intend to visit this hidden gem seasonally as it absolutely nourished and transformed our spirit! & Shoutout to Julie who made our stay unforgettable.

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Wine vineyard resort in Encuentro Guadalupè Just a 2 hour…read moredrive from San Diego. Drove through the vineyard where the air smelled sweet. The resort allowed our dog Gucci which is neat. Surrounded by wine the whole weekend through. Private eco-loft with the prettiest view. You can peek out and see the vineyards down below. And watch the stars twinkle putting on a show. They have a gourmet restaurant beside the infinity pool. And they bring your food and drinks so you can stay cool. I recommend avocado toast and dragon fruit cocktail And you can walk through the vineyards and follow the trail. This wine paradise feels a million miles away. I'd recommend for a weekend get away.

There is absolutely no doubt that Encuentro is one of the more beautiful stays south of San Diego…read more It is a unique loft hidden on a vineyard hill with excellent views of the Guadalupe Valley. The good: They offer most things a hotel/resort would, excellent dining, scenic views, valet transport, clean spaces. The bad: The terrain to drive and walk on is rough. To go to the pool/restaurant you will have a short walk through a dirt path which is not terrible but can be freezing in the evening. The only comfortable furniture in the loft will be the bed, otherwise everything else will be industrial wood and cast iron furniture. The shuttle drivers are the only reason they are not getting less of a rating. They were polite, helpful and timely. The front office staff, though nice, were not willing to help with much else. Overall, This is a stunning location for a short stay. Loved soaking in the sunset sitting next to a fire with a glass of cabernet. For the price, I truly believe it could be better! A full length mirror, comfortable seating in the rooms (the poolside furniture is great), better barking set up because its an unpaved rough ascent to the parking area. On my next trip to Valle, I would look for something with more of a homey/hotel feel as Encuentro is more of an experience.

Rancho La Puerta - travelservices - Updated May 2026

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