Rancho La Puerta is a place and an experience you didn't know you need in your life. Once there,…read moreyou realize how vital this place is to your well-being. As of 2025, this was my 3rd retreat to RLP and it won't be my last. I plan on making this an annual trip. It's hard to put into words how great it feels to be here, and even harder to show how beautiful it is because the photos never do it justice. Pros: - The food. It's delicious and makes you feel good from the inside out. Dining happens in the dining hall which is this beautiful building where meals are treated as more than nourishment for your body, but for your soul as well. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style. You can sit outside with beautiful views of Mt. Kuchumaa or sit indoors. There are small tables and large tables to sit with new and old friends. Dinner is served table side. Each meal is crafted with care using a delicous, fresh variety of foods that include whatever is growing in their gardens (more on the gardens later). - The property. The entire property is rustic but cared for and loved. The grounds and gardens are meticulously maintained. - Mt Kuchumaa. My absolute favorite part of RLP are the morning (sunrise) hikes. Many different levels of hiking and no experience required. My favorite hike is Coyote and the Breakfast Hike. - No wifi or televisions. It's a great way to unwind. - The classes; fitness, art, speakers....there is so much to learn. - The rooms are rustic and clean. You have all the amenities you need. - Spend time relaxing at one of the amazing pools and spas. - Shuttle service from San Diego is great. They are also wonderful if you need to arrive or depart in an off-day. - I always felt safe and cared for Cons: (this list could be kinda short) - Sometimes it's confusing to navigate the property. Especially if it's your first time. Also, if you have mobility issues, you will want to keep that in mind as there is a lot of walking to do to get from place to place....BUT, with that said, I saw a lot of people with less mobility than myself getting around just fine. :) They may not be on sunrise hikes, but they were in all the classes, concerts and dinners. - Highway Noise. Unfortunately, you can hear the highway from the ranch, which is so strange because it feels like a different world...but yes, it's close to the major highway and you will hear semi truck air brakes quite often. Some casitas are closer than others. This is my must-do list: - Hiking Mt Kuchumaa. They have several options every morning. - Gourmet Breakfast Hike - Cooking class - Spa (getting a treatment or just spending a few hours relaxing in the women's only spa pool/hot tub) - Sound bath sessions - Instructor-led classes - so much variety! Pro-tip suggestions: - Don't go hungry...need more protein and avocados for breakfast or lunch? Just ask, they will bring it to you from the kitchen. - Don't go hungry....order a meal and a half at dinner or get half of each entree. - Don't over-schedule yourself, but DO make sure you look at everything that's offered all week. - This is not the Marriott or Ritz. It is a rustic, wonderful health resort that reflects the vibe they are going for. - Be open and relax. - Sign up right away for classes that fill up like the Organic Breakfast hike and things that cost more like the Cooking Class. - Review your folder and take a couple of hours to acquaint yourself with how things work, the classes and grounds.

Best spa and resort for a family vacation. Healthy food and excellent service. Price is worth it.read more

We attended a wedding here in February and had a fabulous time . The hotel is really pretty and the…read morefood in their restaurant is delicious. The restaurant has a unique menu. Everyone really enjoyed the meal they had. The wedding was beautiful and we had an amazing time at the reception. I highly recommend this hotel.

This Hotel is Beautiful and Spacious. Staff are so…read moreaccommodating. Make sure to Tip well since Mexico wages are below standard, but yet they work their #$@ off for all guests. Big shower and tub in bathrooms. Bed so comfy and very quiet, only like 20 rooms..I think.we had a 50 th Birthday Party on the ground in their Hall, staff again hard working!!! Beautiful area to have a party.

This hotel is top tier. At arrival security guard will check you in the lobby. Then you make your…read moreway in and the host is ready to assist you with your registration process. They are all so welcoming and friendly. The rooms are spacious, clean and beautiful. They serve breakfast in the morning. Definitely a big plus included with the room rental. The bathroom is divided into two rooms and spacious. The bed is mega comfortable. Definitely recommend it 100%

Said to be the best Hotel in town. Sad to say that our experience wasn't the greatest. Our shower…read moreflooded, and water was out to our bedroom. They were very nice to give us another room. BUT in the new room they provided... she sheets weren't all clean, they smelled like sweat, the pillows smelled like sweat. It was horrible. And the shower, who ever designed that shower has no common sense.

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.

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.

Feels like you're staying in a small luxury hotel room , with AC, heater, mini fridge, coffee…read moremaker, slippers, Large TV with Netflix and other apps. Located close to the major wineries. Definitely will come back!

Recently stayed over the Memorial Day weekend. Pleasantly surprised with the modern style room and…read moreamenities (netflix access, fridge, coffee maker, massive TV, free wifi, ac/heater, walk in shower) ALL INCLUDED at no extra costs!!! This place is conveniently located to the wineries with amazing mountain views at a reasonable price. I will definitely be visiting Finca La Plumada again!

Charming B&B! Like stepping back in time, the hotel is filled with antique furniture and historic…read moretouches ( never fear the plumbing is modern!) As noted in other reviews the rooms are small- my husband and I are NOT small, we managed! The tall bed was comfortable and there was a helpful step placed in the closet so I did not have to resort to a high jump to get in. The bed was comfy. Breakfast was ok- I have a food allergy and staff had to scramble to accommodate it. I didn't think of it when we made the reservations, so that is on me. STAFF WAS AMAZING! Warm, friendly and filled with recommendations on where to eat ( dinner- and of course APPLE PIE!) We all agreed (we were traveling with others) that we would like to come and stay again. When you take into account the afternoon tea and a full breakfast, it's downright budget friendly!

My wife and I stayed in the Julian Gold Rush Hotel for two nights few weeks ago. Here are some pros…read moreand cons: Pros: Price, our room was $155 / night. That would probably pay for parking in San Diego hotels. This is a historic building and an interesting attraction in its own right. Breakfast is included and it was terrific. Food is expensive in Julian. A similar breakfast at a local restaurant would be $20. The staff are great. I met several day managers and the night security guy. They are all terrific people. It is really like staying in someone's home rather than a hotel. These is no TV. I think that belongs with the pros. The location is great. Right in the middle of town. Cons: Our room was tiny. Really tiny. Use the drawers and closets for your stuff so you don't trip over it. A side effect of the smallness of the room is that the heater/ac struggles to control the temperature . The design of any heater/ac unit presumes a room volume. The room is so tiny, the heater's built in control parameters are way off. Parking, parking is "street parking" and on a weekend, it's every man for himself. You may have to drag your bags a block or two. ---------------------- So would we stay there again? Absolutely. I would probably spend a bit more and get one of the small number of larger rooms, if available. If you want to relax and read, I cannot think of a better place. One thing I should mention, if you attempt to make reservations on line, there are half a dozen fake web sites imitating the hotel. They are put up by a dodgy travel company. They are really good imitations. I even an experienced computer user could be fooled. It is best just to call them.

Oh wow! Im impress with this place! they have all the…read moreamenities for your stay! I highly recommend this place!! I will give 10 stars !! I"ll be back soon!!!

From the owner: At Short Stay Tecate we believe that unique amenities help make your business or family trip more…read morepleasant, giving a sense of being at home.

Simple setting, clean rooms, a staff that smiles Love the lobby that has a log cabin feel. Clean…read morerooms, nothing fancy, just a decent place to crash and re-group for the next day.

Very peaceful hotel! Great location, it's next to a small shopping/restaurant center. Right off…read morethe freeway but you can't hear it. I had looked at probably 20 different hotels before deciding on Ayres Lodge. So many other hotels would've been closer to our event in Santee but had horrible ratings and way too expensive! Worth driving the few extra miles. Upon checking in the staff was nice, we asked for restaurant recommendations and they gave us some good ones! One was Grand Ole BBQ Flinn! The room we got was downstairs in front and it was great. Parking was no problem, there was plenty. Just FYI, there are no elevators, just stairs. This is not a modern building. But don't let that stop you from staying here! The room was very nice and clean. The bathroom/shower all worked fine. We had a mini fridge. We were there 2 night, everything was great and would definitely stay again. The town of Alpine was great, we went to a Wine and Cigar Bar, it was relaxing in their outdoor patio. We tried eating at Janet Montana's for breakfast but because of the Holiday it was beyond packed. Hopefully we'll try next time. :-)