The best spa hotels in San Diego

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in San Diego easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Situated in San Diego, 3.4 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel has a hot tub and an ATM. Rooms come with a safety deposit box, while certain rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also boast pool views. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a à la carte or an American breakfast. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. San Diego Zoo is 5.1 km from Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa, while University of San Diego is 5.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 6 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $165.

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• 2 Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Located adjacent to University of California San Diego, this boutique La Jolla hotel boasts an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and a spa and wellness center. Free Wi-Fi is offered in each guest room. A natural stone bathroom is featured in every guest room at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa. Each luxurious room includes plush guest bathrobes, an in-room safe, a cable TV and a work desk with a high back reading chair. Estancia La Jolla Hotel offers guests a variety of dining options. Located on-site are Greenfinch Restaurant and Greenfinch Bar. Each restaurant features innovative cuisine and indoor or outdoor dining. Guests of La Jolla Estancia can relax and enjoy spa and wellness services at The Spa at Estancia. The full-service spa offers massage therapies, facials and manicures and pedicures. Guests can also work out in the on-site fitness centre. Torrey Pines Municipal Golf Course is 2 miles away from this hotel. Del Mar Racetrack is 15 minutes’ drive away. San Diego International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $549.

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• 3 Paradise Point Resort & Spa San Diego, United States

  

  Resort. Standing on a lush, private island in Mission Bay, this beautiful resort features a full-service spa and tropical gardens. SeaWorld San Diego is just 5 minutes drive away. A spacious patio, hardwood floors and a marble bathroom are found in each exotic room of Paradise Point Resort & Spa. A flat-screen TV and ironing facilities are also included. Five pools, a fitness center and sports courts are open for active guests of Paradise Point. Relaxing nature tours, beach bonfires and poolside movie nights are also held. TIdal restaurant serves fine seafood and features craft beverages. Bars and grills are also open beside the resort’s beach and pools. The San Diego Zoo is less than 9 miles from Paradise Point Resort. The San Diego International Airport is 11 minutes drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $251.

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• 4 Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Located on San Diego’s picturesque Mission Bay, Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina features contemporary guest rooms, an environmentally friendly spa and an on-site marina. This resort includes 3 pools and multiple water slides. Mission Beach and Belmont Amusement Park are just 1. 6 km away. Accommodation at this resort includes an over-sized work desk with enhanced lighting, multiple phones, a Hyatt stereo with an iPod docking station and a cable satellite flat-screen LCD TV. After a busy day, guests can enjoy the views of the ocean, Mission Bay or hotel gardens from their private balcony. Serving California coastal cuisine, Red Marlin Restaurant Bar and Terrace at the Mission Bay Hyatt Spa & Marina is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can also relax with a drink beside the pool at Pelican's on the Bay. Guests can work out in the 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness centre or enjoy a massage at the eco-friendly wellness Lounge. The Hyatt Regency’s full-service marina boasts jet ski hire, sailboats, kayaks, sport fishing and whale watching excursions. SeaWorld San Diego is 5 minutes’ drive away from this resort. San Diego International Airport is 8.5 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $269.

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• 5 Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa San Diego, United States

  

  Resort. Set on 16 acres of scenic waterfront, Marriott Coronado Island Resort & Spa is 8 km away from San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. This luxurious resort boasts 3 heated outdoor pools, a sauna and 2 on-site restaurants. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of the San Diego skyline from the property. A flat-screen TV and a spacious seating area are included in all air-conditioned accommodation at Marriott Coronado Island Resort & Spa. Select rooms offer balconies with views of San Diego Bay and the Coronado Bridge. All rooms include a desk and an en suite bathroom with bathrobes and free toiletries. ALBACA, the hotel's signature restaurant, blends coastal cuisine made from the freshest ingredients with an inviting atmosphere. Guest can dine inside, or enjoy dining outside with views of the San Diego skyline. Auga, the poolside bar, serves beverages and a limited poolside menu. For guests who like to keep fit, Marriott Coronado Island Resort & Spa provides a well-equipped gym. Guests can hire bicycles to explore the charming beach community of Coronado. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are 8.5 km away from this resort. San Diego International Airport is 12 km away. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $407.

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• 6 L'Auberge Del Mar Resort and Spa San Diego, United States

  

  Resort. Facing the Pacific Ocean in the charming coastal village of Del Mar, this luxury dog-friendly resort and spa offers first-class amenities and accommodations. Guests can relax in a poolside cabana and can chose from several on-site bars and restaurants at the property. The Del Mar Racetrack is 1. 6 km away. Accommodation at L’Auberge Del Mar Resort and Spa includes coastal or garden views. The guest rooms have full marble bathrooms with spa amenities and guest robes, in-room coffee facilities and 42-inch HD flat-screen TVs. Offering alfresco dining with coastal views, Coastline serves California-style cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At night the restaurant features locally sourced dishes, hand-crafted pasta and farm fresh produce. Bleu Bar features ocean views and an inviting fire pit. Guests can order bar bites, salads and sandwiches and enjoy signature handcrafted cocktails. Living Room Bar offers a Happy Hour Sunday through Thursday and live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Guests of L’Auberge Del Mar Resort and Spa can relax in the full-service on-site spa. A knowledgeable concierge staff can help to plan local activities as well coordinate tennis lessons on the on-site courts. LEGOLAND California is 25 minutes’ drive away. Torrey Pines Golf Course is 12 minutes’ drive away from the property. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $409.

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• 7 Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Located 100 yards from the Pacific Ocean, this San Diego resort features an outdoor pool and full-service spa with beauty treatments. Rooms at the resort include free Wi-Fi. Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa provides rooms with balconies or patios. Every room contains a flat-screen cable TV with HBO and an iPod docking station. Guests can enjoy on-site dining at the property's restaurant, Oceana Coastal Kitchen. Guests can also rent inline skates and bicycles at Catamaran Resort Hotel. Water sport rentals, sand volleyball courts and children’s activities are also available at the hotel. The Catamaran Hotel Resort is 4 miles from SeaWorld. The San Diego zoo is 10.5 miles from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.2, rooms from around $249.

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• 8 Beach Village at The Del, Curio Collection by Hilton San Diego, United States

  

  Resort. Located in Coronado, Beach Village at The Del, Curio Collection by Hilton is an exclusive enclave of beach facing cottages and villas located at Coronado Beach. Located within Hotel del Coronado, this resort features luxurious suites and rooms with free WiFi, patios and balconies. San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter is 8.5 km away. The luxurious guest rooms and suites offer stylish interiors with a fireplace, an HDTV and a marble bathroom with boutique bath products and guest robes. Suites offer plush amenities including a gourmet kitchen, a dining area and a living room. Several select suites also feature outdoor fire pits and soaking tubs. Guests can begin each morning with a complimentary breakfast in Windsor Cottage overlooking Del Beach. Beach Village at The Del, Curio Collection by Hilton offers ocean-inspired treatments at Spa at The Del. Guests can experience a cutting-edge Beach Spin, Sunrise Yoga or Mermaid Fitness class. Or enjoy a peaceful swim in the secluded pools and hot tubs scattered throughout Beach Village's private grounds. Petco Park, home of professional baseball’s San Diego Padres, is 8 km away from this resort. San Diego International Airport is 14 km away. Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $699.

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• 9 Fairmont Grand Del Mar San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Featuring 4 outdoor pools, this San Diego 5-diamond, Mediterranean-inspired resort features tennis courts, 6 restaurants, a lobby bar, a golf course and a spa. Plush bathrobes and free WiFi is provided in all rooms. European-style soaking tub, feather down pillows and a flat-screen cable TV is provided in all rooms at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Marble dual sinks are featured in the en suite bathroom. Premium linens, plush towels and terry-cloth bathrobes are also provided. French cuisine and an extensive wine list are served at Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s Addison Restaurant. Featuring a patio with outdoor dining, Amaya Restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes onsite. Located within Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve, this resort offers free transportation to and from the select coastal towns of Del Mar, La Jolla and Solana Beach. Hotel shops, free fitness classes and a fully equipped fitness centre are available onsite. SeaWorld San Diego is less than 20 km away. Gaslamp Quarter shops and San Diego International Airport are within 30 minutes’ drive of Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $619.

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• 10 San Diego Marriott Marquis and Marina San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of San Diego. This 4-star hotel, located in downtown San Diego, offers scenic views of the waterfront and San Diego Bay. Guests can relax in the hotel’s outdoor swimming pool and hot tub or visit the on-site spa. The San Diego Convention Center is just 2 minutes’ walk away. Each room at San Diego Marriott Marquis and Marina is fitted with chic, modern furnishings. All rooms include a flat-screen cable satellite TV with extended channels. A mini refrigerator, coffee machine and ironing facilities are also provided. Asian fusion dishes, made from fresh, local products, can be found at Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine in the hotel. San Diego Marriott’s Marina Kitchen serves modern American cuisine and offers a daily breakfast buffet. A Starbucks coffee house is also available at the hotel. A well-equipped 24-hour gym with free fitness classes is provided for guests of San Diego Marriott Marquis and Marina. Seaport Village, the Headquarters and the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier and Museum are located nearby. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are 3 miles from San Diego Marriott Marquis and Marina. San Diego’s lively Gaslamp Quarter is a 10-minute walk away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $449.

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• 11 Loews Coronado Bay Resort San Diego, United States

  

  Resort. Featuring 3 pools and a full service marina, this luxury resort is located on a 15-acre peninsula. It boasts on-site dining and spa services. Gondola rides are available. A flat-screen TV is featured in all guest rooms. San Diego International Airport is 35 minutes’ drive away. Comfortably furnished, each room at Loews Coronado Bay Resort includes a minibar. All rooms feature gourmet tea and coffee-making facilities. A spa quality bathrobe and toiletries are provided. Offering signature cocktails and an exclusive wine list, Crown Landing serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere. Silver Strand Exchange offers sandwiches, salads and pastries, in addition to market goods. Sea Spa + Fitness offers signature treatments, therapies and products. Guests can relax and enjoy a sea stone message or an island-inspired body wrap. Guests of Coronado Bay Loews Resort can relax in the large outdoor pool and hot tub. A sauna is located on site. A tennis court offers recreational fun. Bicycles are available for hire. A conference centre is available for business guests. Silver Strand State Beach is 10 minutes’ walk from this resort. Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are 30 minutes’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $245.

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• 12 Hilton San Diego Bayfront San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of San Diego. Overlooking San Diego Bay, this waterfront hotel is adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center and PETCO Park, home of the San Diego Padres professional baseball team. It offers a full-service spa. A 55-inch flat-screen TV with HBO film channels is provided in each air-conditioned room at Hilton San Diego Bayfront. Each warm-coloured, contemporary room also includes a coffee machine, a work desk and a safe. Guests of Hilton San Diego Bayfront can relax by the outdoor pool and enjoy poolside dining at the open-air bar and lounge, The Pool Club, serving California coastal-inspired cuisine. The hotel also offers two hot tubs and a Kid’s Splash Zone. Guests can savor in poolside cocktails, eclectic wine, local craft beers and tasty bites at Odysea Lounge or enjoy a casual meal at The Pool Club. Hudson & Nash Waterfront Kitchen and Cocktails, Hilton San Diego Bayfront's new dining experience, infuses California coastal cuisine with a burst of sun-soaked energy that is both familiar and deliciously brand new. Take a road trip from Baja to the Bay without leaving your seat with shareable menu items created from the freshest regional ingredients, and sip on one of dozens of San Diego’s best craft beers or hand-crafted cocktails. Bask in gorgeous waterfront views of the bay and embrace the unmatched positive vibes classic to San Diego. The hotel is just 3 miles from the San Diego International Airport. Fifth Avenue Pier is just 2 minutes’ walk away and San Diego’s vibrant Gaslamp Quarter is within 9 minutes’ walk away. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $547.

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• 13 The Westgate Hotel San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of San Diego. Featuring spectacular views of downtown San Diego, this hotel is 3 blocks from the 5th Avenue Light Rail Station. It boasts a rooftop outdoor pool, a full-service spa, a gym and a restaurant. All guest rooms offer free WiFi. Adorned with hand-crafted European furniture, The Westgate Hotel offers rooms with a 49-inch LED TV and a CD/DVD player. Each room includes a safety deposit box. Guests can print documents from their room to a main printer, then the hotel staff will personally deliver printed documents back to guests. The Westgate Room serves Continental-California cuisine. Afternoon Tea, with live harp music, is available on select days. Live piano entertainment can be heard at the Plaza Bar. Hotel Westgate provides a business centre and laundry services. Ticket services are also available. An outdoor heated lap pool, a hot tub and a unique running track are all provided to guests. The historic Gaslamp Quarter is less than 1.6 km from The Westgate Hotel. SeaWorld San Diego is 8.5 km away from the hotel. Guests are 4.8 km from the San Diego Zoo. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $284.

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• 14 Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton San Diego, United States

  

  Resort. This historic hotel is ideally situated along California's Pacific coastline and boasts luxurious accommodations, first-class amenities and exceptional service, in a charming Victorian-style atmosphere. Originally built in 1888, the Hotel del Coronado provides guests with a number of modern luxuries. Plan the day with the concierge staff, enjoy a swim in the spacious outdoor pool, or relax with a beach-side massage. Set along the sands of the famous Hotel del Coronado, Del Beach offers a full day of reserved seaside seating. Guests can enjoy bar-to-beach service that includes a delectable food and drink menu. A conference centre is available for business guests. The Hotel del Coronado is conveniently located close to many area attractions. With its beachfront location, guests can enjoy a variety of water sports. San Diego International Airport is 25 minutes' drive away from the hotel. The San Diego Convention Center is 15 minutes' drive away. Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around $431.

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• 15 The Sofia Hotel San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of San Diego. Located in downtown San Diego near the historic Gaslamp Quarter and Amtrak Station, this hotel offers relaxing spa services, contemporary guestrooms and an on-site restaurant. The Sofia Hotel features non-smoking guestrooms with iPod docking stations and flat-screen TVs that feature HBO film and ESPN sports channels. Rooms are furnished with 2 Sofia bottled waters, a coffee machine complete with coffee, a refrigerator and a microwave. Unlimited local and toll-free calls are provided. In-room spa services are available. Currant American Brasserie at the Sofia hotel serves Brunch and dinner daily along with room service and a happy hour. Hotel Sofia features a concierge desk and a 24-hour business centre. Exercise classes are offered at the 24-hour yoga center. Guests can enjoy guided walking tours on the weekend or explore the surrounding area on a free urban cruiser bicycle. San Diego Zoo and San Diego International Airport are within 10 minutes’ drive away from this hotel. San Diego’s Little Italy is less than 1 mile away. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around $309.

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• 16 Pantai Inn San Diego, United States

  

  Hotel. Situated in La Jolla, California town centre, this boutique inn offers spacious Balinese inspired rooms with well-equipped kitchens, fireplaces and Pacific Ocean views. It offers a daily deluxe continental breakfast. Free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen cable TV, an iPod docking station and a work desk are offered in all of the unique rooms at Pantai Inn. Rooms feature custom made wood-carved furnishings and Indonesian artwork. The contemporary kitchens are fully-equipped with a microwave, a refrigerator and tea and coffee-making facilities and offer reverse osmosis filtered water and ice makers. Pantai Inn La Jolla is 5 minutes’ walk from La Jolla Cove Beach. Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography is 10 minutes’ drive away. SeaWorld San Diego is 20 minutes’ drive from the inn. Free on-site parking is available. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $407.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in April 2024. Did I miss a spa hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!