A Summer Bliss Staycation at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Summer in SoCal means sun, sand, surf… and tourists! It’s hard not to blame the world for wanting to experience the beauty of California — that’s why you live here, after all!
But do you ever miss the excitement that others get in realizing they have a Cali vacay in the books? The vibe of those summer nights, mornings waking up to the coolness of the ocean air, your skin lathered in perpetual sunscreen.
Now, what if you could relive those first time experiences — and view California as if you’d never seen it before?
You can.
It’s time to grab the fam (and the pups — it’s dog friendly!) and head to San Diego for a “staycation” at the Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa.
Situated on ten acres of lush gardens in Torrey Pines, Estancia La Jolla is a place where you can reconnect with yourself and all the things you love about SoCal... without the summer crowds of the nearby beaches.
Get your Vitamin D fix with a swim in the hotel’s saltwater pool. Relax poolside in a lounge chair, or reserve a cabana or daybed so you can drink, sleep, and swim in comfort all day long.
If you’d like to unwind out of the sun, book a treatment at the hotel’s own luxury spa, The Spa at Estancia. Named “Best Spa” by San Diego Magazine, this ultimate wellness retreat boasts nine treatment rooms offering massages, facials, body skincare, nail services, waxing, and a variety of other services using mostly organic ingredients.
Nestle into your own garden oasis within a garden oasis and melt into a state of serene post-COVID bliss.
People come to California for the sunny days, but it’s those perfect summer nights that many fall in love with. The only problem you will have at the Estancia La Jolla is planning just how to enjoy your time — the options are endless (and just so delicious)!
Start your busy day with breakfast with a Baja flare at the hotel’s Greenfinch Restaurant, grab a lunch to-go at Blend Cafe, and finally, kick off that long-awaited summer evening with a reservation for dinner at Mustangs & Burros (named OpenTable’s 2019 “Best Outdoor Dining”) where you can cozy up near the brick patio fireplace while dining on locally sourced dishes like Shrimp Agua Chile Verde, Fish Tacos, and Tomahawk Chop.
Keep the night going and sneak off to Estancia’s own Secret Garden while you sip on handcrafted cocktails next to a gas-fired fire pit.
And if you want to take your outdoor luxury to the next level? Make a request for your very own garden butler!
Simply sit back and enjoy the aroma of the native plants and flowers while your personal butler brings you champagne and a picnic setup of your choosing.
But fear not, the charm and warmth of outdoor fireplaces and fire pits doesn’t end with dining at Estancia… step inside and the hotel’s allure carries through to each room.
Want to take advantage of the hotel’s 5-star glam and also the tranquil setting of the surrounding gardens? Book a “Veranda” or “Estate” room that comes with a private patio or balcony.
Settle in under the stars with a glass of wine before bed (each room comes with a complimentary bottle!) while you fall in love with California all over again. In the morning, step out onto the patio for a cup of coffee, or open the curtains to let the sun come in through the large windows of a deluxe room.
Spend another day (or two) in this hidden sanctuary before you head back to your own Cali reality (also very good!) — with a new reminder of why you love living in SoCal.
Mindy Madsen is a former English teacher turned full-time wanderer and writer. She believes that travel is one of the best ways we can heal, reconnect, and fall in love with ourselves - so we can truly LIVE this thing called Life!
Photos by : The Zoghbi Photo and Estancia La Jolla.