Set against a stunning backdrop of rugged cliffs and immediately adjacent to the famed Torrey Pines Golf Course; The AAA Five Diamond Lodge at Torrey Pines offers sweeping views of the fairways, soul-stirring sunsets and echoes of the rolling Pacific. Within walking distance of the Torrey Pines State Reserve, The Lodge is a 20 minute drive from downtown San Diego and the San Diego International Airport. Inside are 170 guest rooms and suites, more than 13,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space, a 9,500 square-foot full-service Spa and two restaurants, including A.R. Valentien and The Grill.
The Lodge at Torrey Pines is one of the Southern California's premier conference locations. Setting the mood for meetings - large or small, intimate or open - in a flexible series of elegant spaces. The Lodge provides a wide range of options, with over 11 meeting rooms to chose from, many offering windows, spacious decks and patio space. The richly appointed 3,250 square-foot Maurice Braun Ballroom is a magnificent venue for a conference for 330 attendees or for a reception up to 450 guests. The Lodge is also a spectacular spot for outdoor weddings held on the Arroyo terrace overlooking the 18th hole of the Torrey Pines Golf Course and the Pacific Ocean beyond.
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Located next to the Torrey Pines Golf Course and the Torrey Pines State Reserve.
La Jolla Cove and Del Mar offers great shopping, dining, and activities such as kayaking and snorkeling.
Enjoy the La Jolla Playhouse and or Birch Aquarium located 3 miles from the Lodge.
We had stayed at the lodge last year and had enjoyed it enough to return while on our resent trip to San Diego. This years stay was a very different...
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We had stayed at the lodge last year and had enjoyed it enough to return while on our resent trip to San Diego. This years stay was a very different experience. Our room which was on the second floor facing the courtyard was like a cave. It was so dark that you could not be in the room without all of the lights on. Our room was at the end of a hallway near the spa and the elevators so there was constant noise outside. But most annoying was the constant drone of the elevator machines running almost nonstop from 5AM until midnight. The machine rooms for the elevators are located on the lower level adjacent to the elevators, avoid rooms in this area at all costs. The elevators if functioning properly would be noisy but I am in the elevator business and these units are so poorly setup and maintained that no one should be asked to stay in a room near these machines. The staff at the hotel where extremely pleasant and helpful except when it came to golf related activities. I had requested to book a tee time which last year was not a problem. This year I was directed to the director of golf. After numerous unanswered calls to the director of golf I decided to walk over to to golf shop and book a tee time directly. To my surprise the golf shop staff does not manage golf they are only there to sell merchandise. For a tee time you need to go outsider to negotiate with the starter. This is about as much fun as it would be at any public facility. For the price of our room at the lodge I expect access to the golf course without having to negotiate my own deal. For these reasons we stayed only one night before checking out and moving to the Hilton next door. Much better room at roughly half the price. « less
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Management response from Traveling CA, General Manager
Thank you for providing feedback on your recent visit with us. Please accept my apologies that you were disturbed by noise outside of your guestroom. Our guests’ comfort is very important to us and I’m sorry that your experience did not measure up to your expectations. I have shared your comments with our Director of Maintenance to evaluate our elevator operation with our existing contractor to determine if there are any challenges that require addressing to ensure your experience is not repeated.
The Lodge has its own Golf Services Department to manage golf reservations for our guests at Torrey Pines Golf Course as well as a number of other golf courses in San Diego County. It appears from your comments regarding merchandise that you were dealing directly with Torrey Pines golf shop. Unfortunately the Torrey Pines Golf Shop is a leased operation of the City of San Diego and not part of The Lodge at Torrey Pines. I’m sorry that your interactions with them were less than positive on the day you arrived there. Normally, we would prefer to handle those arrangements for our guests in advance of your visit with our Golf Services Department here at The Lodge at Torrey Pines.
Please contact me personally to discuss these issues further. I would hope that we could leave you with better memories of The Lodge.
Yours sincerely,
Dan Fullen General Manager
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“Perfect”
May 6, 2013
Tom H, Indianapolis, Indiana | Trip type: Family
We switched from another hotel when I ran across this hotel online. Spent 3 nights with wife and kids. The hotel is everything and more than you see in the...
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We switched from another hotel when I ran across this hotel online. Spent 3 nights with wife and kids. The hotel is everything and more than you see in the photos. It is maintained like it was a historic treasure. The staff is beyond excellent, the views are amazing, and the food first rate. Not only would I stay here again, I would come to La Jolla just to stay at this hotel. Be sure to eat at the new grill (great for the family) and take a dip in the hot tub. Great gift shop as well. « less
“Calling all Golfers”
May 5, 2013
Pierry, River Forest, Illinois | Trip type: Family
Father & Son three day stay created lasting memories. The Lodge complimenents the Torrey Pines golf experience without being overbearing. We prefer the Lodge over the big chain resorts. Service...
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Father & Son three day stay created lasting memories. The Lodge complimenents the Torrey Pines golf experience without being overbearing. We prefer the Lodge over the big chain resorts. Service was outstanding as demonstrated by the the fact that every request or question was followed by an immediate response. The Grill, next to the pro shop has the best burgers in the San Diego area . Coffee and pastries/muffins in lobby or shop would be helpful for guests up early and on the go. « less
“Hospitality on Steroids”
May 3, 2013
doug h, Marin County, CA | Trip type: Couples
We stayed at the lodge for the weekend of a wedding (3 nights). The service is incomparable: attentive, striving to please and accommodate, friendly, informative, and obviously happy in their...
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We stayed at the lodge for the weekend of a wedding (3 nights). The service is incomparable: attentive, striving to please and accommodate, friendly, informative, and obviously happy in their work and happy in their welcome of guests. The room was spacious and clean, quiet and restful. The grounds were immaculate, the pool was a delight in spite of the cool-ish weather, and the walking paths on the grounds and beyond at the state park led to some of the coast's most elegant views. Lunch at the main dining room, served on the patio looking out over the pool and on to the ocean, was spectacular. Perfect portions, flavorful, and served by the most attentive wait staff. The dinner following the wedding was astoundingly good, particularly considering the number of guests. The plates were warm, the food was fresh and hot and tasty, and the servers very attentive. The Lodge is the sterling example of what the hospitality of an inn should be. Hats off to the staff and the facility! « less
“5 Star Property”
Apr 22, 2013
Itsabigworld321, Glendale, California | Trip type: Family
My family had an opportunity to stay here for a couple of nights after a day at Legoland. What a great hotel! It is more of an adults hotel, but...
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My family had an opportunity to stay here for a couple of nights after a day at Legoland. What a great hotel! It is more of an adults hotel, but they do have kids menus and they were warmly welcomed. We had a nice room overlooking the 18th green, nice sunny weather, etc. We ate at their signature restaurant and their grill. The fancy restaurant was quite good and the grill was OK. My 5 year old made the hike to the state park, but was pretty tired afterwards. If your kids are not very active, I would not opt for this adventure. If they are, it is a pretty fun hike to the beach. I asked them to tone it down a little in the pool as it is more of a serene setting. I would have to say that this is the hotel you want to stay at in the SD area. « less
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Palisade One King
One king bed with Egyptian-cotton linens. Down comforter. Signature bedding. Triple sheeting. Balcony or patio. Torrey Pines Golf Course and Pacific Ocean view. 600 square feet. Fireplace. Walk-in closet. Stickley-style furnishings. Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Complimentary bottled water. High-end radio/CD player. 36-inch LCD high-definition television. Cable/satellite TV. HBO. ESPN. First-run movies. OnCommand video. Direct-dial phone. Cordless phone. Voice mail. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Blackout drapes/curtains. Marble bath. Separate bathtub and shower. Slippers. Designer toiletries. In-room safe (accommodates laptop). Iron/ironing board (on request). Housekeeping. Nightly turndown service.
Reserve King
One king bed with Egyptian-cotton linens and duvets. Balcony with Torrey Pines State Reserve botanical recreation view. Approximately 600 square feet. Stickley-style furnishings. Sitting area. Walk-in closet. Marble bath, separate commode with telephone. Slippers, bathroom scale, and makeup mirror. Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Complimentary bottled water. High-end radio/CD player. 32-inch high-definition LCD cable/satellite TV. HBO. Pay movies. Video games (surcharge). Multi-line phone. Voice mail. Complimentary high-speed wired and wireless Internet access. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Direct-dial cordless phone. In-room safe (accommodates laptop). Twice-daily housekeeping. Nightly turndown service.
FREE Reserve Room UPGRADE
One king bed. Stickley-style furnishings. High-end radio/CD player. Cable/satellite TV. Pay movies. Video games (surcharge). Multi-line phone. Voice mail. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Complimentary bottled water. Marble bath and separate commode with telephone.
Signature Special
One king bed or two queen beds with Egyptian-cotton linens and duvets (requests for specific bedding type will be noted but cannot be guaranteed). Botanical recreation of the Torrey Pines State Reserve views. 520 square feet. Walk-in closet. Stickley-style furnishings. Marble bath, separate commode with telephone. Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Complimentary bottled water. High-end radio/CD player. Cable/satellite TV. Pay movies. Video games (surcharge). Multi-line phone. Voice mail. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Twice-daily housekeeping. Nightly turndown service.
Signature One King
One king bed with Egyptian-cotton linens and duvet. Botanical recreation of the Torrey Pines State Reserve views. 520 square feet. Walk-in closet. Stickley-style furnishings. High-end radio/CD player. Cable/satellite TV. Pay movies. Video games (surcharge). Multi-line phone. Voice mail. Complimentary high-speed Internet access. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Complimentary bottled water. Marble bath and separate commode with telephone. Twice-daily housekeeping. Nightly turndown service.
Airport & Shuttle Information - The Lodge at Torrey Pines
San Diego International, 15 miles, 15-20 minutes, Cloud 9 Shuttle, Taxi $40 one way.
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
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