Terranea Resort & Spa

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Martha Burr

Joined 10 years ago

Citysearch Editorial Review. Once the site of Marineland, this sprawling 102-acre resort perched dramatically over the Pacific Ocean along the coast of Rancho Palos Verdes is now one of the most lavish retreats in Southern California. The natural landscape of the resort’s two miles of hiking trails and lush gardens meld into a myriad of outdoor spaces for dining and lounging, creating a sense that you've just escaped to some enormous Mediterranean estate. The gorgeous hotel features 360 rooms while tucked away into the bluffs is where you'll find 20 oceanfront bungalows, 50 casitas with an ocean view and 32 villas. The eight restaurants on the property range from the more formal Mar’sel to breezy cafes, grills and bars, dishing up top contemporary California fare, healthy treats and artisanal cocktails. The 50,000 square-foot oceanfront spa, yoga classes, kayaking, surf lessons and breezy emerald-hued 9-hole golf course mean you won’t ever have to leave the grounds.