Lodge At Torrey Pines, Del MarLodge At Torrey Pines in Del Mar, United States has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 5 of 11 hotels we score in Del Mar. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.7 before correction.The Lodge at Torrey Pines is a Five Diamond, Craftsman-style resort in La Jolla, California. It sits beside the Torrey Pines Golf Course, with views over the fairways to the Pacific Ocean, and is next to Torrey Pines State Beach. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a full-service spa with sauna and massage services, a restaurant, room service, a gym, a business centre, and both valet and secure parking. Wi-Fi is available throughout, and children and pets are welcome. The large rooms, landscaped grounds and professional staff suit golfers, beachgoers and families wanting a resort stay near the coast. It is a large, upscale property, so rates and the overall atmosphere reflect that level rather than a budget option.What stands out

Golf course and ocean views

Full-service spa and sauna

Large, spacious rooms

Adjacent to Torrey Pines State Beach

Watch out for

Luxury pricing may not suit budget travellers

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