Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas

What an amazing experience we spent our anniversary here. The service was absolutely first class the food the people, the room, the quality of linens and supplies they provide during your visit is first class. I will continue to visit this resort with friends and family. This will be added to our list of places to continue to create special memories. Thank you Rebecca and the entire staff here at Alila for making it very special.

Wonderful 3 day stay just after Christmas with a family of 5 (older teens). Thought the food and service were amazing! Love the 3 areas and variety. Had a lovely room, slept with slider open because we just couldn’t get enough of the crashing waves. Truly the most restful place we stayed over our San Diego trip. Older kids loved using the e-bikes to ride into town. We took an Uber to dinner one night to downtown Encinitas. Herb and Sea was great! Dinner and breakfast at hotel was perfect. Get the loaf of bread in the bar area. I think we had 7 loaves over 3 days. It was worth every carb! We had a car as we were golfing and doing college tours, but without a car, you might feel isolated unless you love e-bikes. The beach was wild and very rocky but we found the rocks fascinating. Pool /hot tub great. The design is relaxing, though hallways seem stark, and somewhat disorienting at first because they are so neutral and modern, truly something out of a Star Wars movie, and found myself humming the music as we walked down the long halls. Would love to return, think 3 nights is the perfect amount of time. Many thanks!

Our Enchanting Anniversary Escape at Alila Marea Beach Resort: A Review For our five-year anniversary, we craved a coastal escape that whispered intimacy and whispered luxury, and Alila Marea Beach Resort delivered, singing a symphony of senses every step of the way. From the moment we arrived on January 5th to our bittersweet departure on the 6th, it was a weekend woven with moments of pure magic. **A Culinary Paradise:** VAGA Restaurant & Bar was a revelation. From the locally-sourced ingredients that pulsed with freshness to the artistic plating that turned each dish into a masterpiece, it was a culinary adventure for the soul. We savored the melt-in-your-mouth seafood, the vibrant vegetable creations, and the desserts that were as much art as they were indulgence. Each meal felt like a private show put on just for us, an ode to the beauty of both nature and gastronomy. **An Ocean Dream:** Speaking of breathtaking beauty, our room - the enchanting #205 - was an ethereal haven overlooking the endless Pacific. The balcony became our sanctuary, the lullaby of crashing waves washing away all our worries. Sunsets painted the sky in fiery hues, transforming the horizon into a breathtaking canvas. Even a simple cup of coffee enjoyed on that balcony felt like a stolen moment of serenity, punctuated by the salty whispers of the ocean breeze. **Breakfast Bliss:** And let's not forget the delightful indulgence of breakfast room service! Picture this: fresh-baked pastries still warm from the oven, perfectly brewed coffee steaming beside them, and all enjoyed leisurely on our private balcony as the ocean sun rose, painting the sky in shades of gold and pink. It was a moment of pure bliss, a delicious start to every perfect day. **Beyond the Ordinary:** The service at Alila Marea was the embodiment of genuine hospitality. Every staff member we encountered, from the concierge to the housekeeping team, treated us with warmth and a thoughtful attention to detail. They anticipated our needs before we voiced them, leaving us feeling pampered and cared for. The resort itself was a masterpiece of design, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Every corner offered a new photo opportunity, from the infinity pool that seemed to melt into the ocean to the fire pits crackling under the starlit sky. **A Heartfelt Encore:** As we reluctantly checked out, a bittersweet pang tugged at our hearts. Alila Marea had gifted us with an anniversary we'll cherish forever, a weekend where time and worries dissolved, leaving only the intoxicating scent of the ocean and the echo of laughter amidst the crashing waves. It was an escape that rekindled the spark, a reminder of the joy we find in each other and the pure magic that unfolds when we allow ourselves to truly unwind. We left with the promise to return, not just for another anniversary, but for every chance to recapture that enchanting feeling of being utterly and blissfully at home in this oceanfront paradise. **Five stars? No, Alila Marea Beach Resort deserves a constellation, each twinkling light reflecting the memories we made and the gratitude we hold for this exceptional, unforgettable experience.**

One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had. I stayed here with my mom and we were astonished by how amazing every part of the hotel was. The gorgeous architecture and design of the hotel created the most special experience for us, you are on the beach and surrounded by nature. The pool overlooks the ocean, there are complimentary beach items to use (surfboards, snorkels). The food was delicious, the staff was attentive. The town of encinitas is wonderful. I feel so lucky we came here and I can't wait to come back!

Beautiful hotel designed with very serene and tasteful furnishings. The service was excellent. The spa services were great! I have never had better spa service than I did with Brasnick. Highly recommend! The rooms were lovely and we had a great private outdoor space with a fire feature. The restaurant was great. The morning yoga was wonderful. The pool is nice and relaxing. The location is wonderful and just a number of steps up from the beach.