Fairmont Grand Del Mar

“Grand Indeed. Opulent Accommodations, Excellent Service.”

From the parking valet on, service at this hotel was excellent. At check in, Dylan gave a detailed explanation of the property and the FHR program I booked through. The hotel also provided the FHR program room upgrade and we were very pleased with our deluxe king on the second floor with a view of … more

From the parking valet on, service at this hotel was excellent. At check in, Dylan gave a detailed explanation of the property and the FHR program I booked through. The hotel also provided the FHR program room upgrade and we were very pleased with our deluxe king on the second floor with a view of the pool. The furnishings are traditional - I cannot say whether they are actual antiques but they are fine furniture in good condition. Sleep quality was excellent - no noise from the HVAC or other guests, and a sumptuous mattress and luxe bedding made for restful slumber. The room had a large bathroom/dressing area with a tub and stall shower, a separate toilet cabinet and dressing area in front of the closet. Two robes were provided. Amenities were Le Labo Rose 31. A Nespresso machine provided in-room coffee. Housekeeping was on point. We had dinner at Amaya the first night. It did not disappoint. I can highly recommend the duck breast which came with slices of a roulade stuffed with duck forcemeat. I also enjoyed an appetizer of scallops. The chicory salad and seared trout (actually steelhead) also pleased. Our server, introduced as "Mr. Bob," was very gracious, and helped us decide with tastes of the Albarino and ZD Pinot Noir. In the morning we began with breakfast at the Clubhouse Grill. I can recommend the egg and avocado BLT, which came with potatoes. The side of chicken sausage I ordered was not necessary to comprise a complete breakfast, but it was tasty and juicy. If you are looking for something lighter, the Greek yogurt parfait will work. Suitably fortified, we then took a hike along the “strenuous” Shaw Trail -- one of three trails you can access from the property– note it is not a loop. While not particularly strenuous it could use a bit of housekeeping. As the Relaxation Pool side had filled up, we visited the Family Pool which offers more seating. It also offers a true eight foot deep end. We received excellent pool side service from Alyssa. We were served by the memorable Vladimir at our second breakfast at Amaya. The pricey crab Benedict was worth the toll, but if you’re looking for something healthy, you can try the steel cut oats. We spent almost the entire day at the Relaxation Pool, served by Warren and Alyssa again, both deserving a shout out. A second, younger Vladimir provided good service at the Front Desk as we made departure arrangements. For our final breakfast, we chose Cent Anni for a quick repast ahead of our trip to the airport. This was the only disappointing food and/or beverage experience. Our breakfast sausage and egg sandwiches could have been fast food. The croissant and pain au chocolat were better, so if you wind up going here, I would stick to baked goods and coffee. Overall, I would say that this was the best Fairmont we have visited, and worth the not inconsiderable tariff. I hope to return.

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“Another exceptional visit”

Another amazing stay at the Grand Del Mar. it did not disappoint. Beautiful views, rooms. and very friendly efficient staff. Staying at this hotel sets the bar VERY high for all other hotels. Congrats Grand Del Mar, you do it right.

“Enlightened Hospitality”

I wanted to compliment Neil, one of the guest services employees working at the front desk. My experience had me waiting for my car from valet, which afforded me an opportunity to observe Neil working with a guest in a manner that I can only describe as “enlightened hospitality.” The guest had j… more

I wanted to compliment Neil, one of the guest services employees working at the front desk. My experience had me waiting for my car from valet, which afforded me an opportunity to observe Neil working with a guest in a manner that I can only describe as “enlightened hospitality.” The guest had just arrived. She had two small children and her mother with her. It was exceedingly busy for her. Her mother then departed the lobby with the older child leaving the mother with a very energetic toddler seeking mom’s attention. Neil recognized the situation immediately and devoted his full energy and efforts to assisting the mother. He actually came out from behind the lobby desk to offer additional assistance to help support the mother. Right away, I could see the sense of relief for the mother. I guarantee that would not have happened without the wonderful care and service provided by Neil. It was truly an example of enlightened hospitality. Over the course of my stay, I had the pleasure to converse with Neil on a couple of other occasions. Not surprisingly, I discovered what a caring and service-oriented individual he is and how much he enjoys his job. I’ve found Neil’s attitude and effort to be the norm with the staff at the Grand Del Mar. There is definitely a culture of outstanding customer service and attention to detail. I compliment them and look forward to returning sometime in the future.

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“Relaxation and pampering”

The Fairmont Grand Del Mar is located on spacious grounds with lots of activities at hand- swimming, golfing, archery, horseback riding - or simply relaxing at the spa and eating delucious food. The setting, architecture and vibe are wonderful. But the best part is the exemplary and attentive servi… more

The Fairmont Grand Del Mar is located on spacious grounds with lots of activities at hand- swimming, golfing, archery, horseback riding - or simply relaxing at the spa and eating delucious food. The setting, architecture and vibe are wonderful. But the best part is the exemplary and attentive service from the moment you arrive until you leave.

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