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- Matt DermodyOctober 20, 2016It's only $40 to get a day pass to the spa facilities which grants you access to a sauna, steam room, cold water plunge pool, hot tub, and a semi-private saltwater spa pool.
- West coast cool with California elegance. World class spa, great restaurants, and ocean activities for all enthusiasts. Wonderful place for families and business conferences
- JamesJune 4, 2013Visited once and I already felt like I could LIVE there. Views are amazing. I've also never been impressed with the lobby of any hotels but this one had great atmosphere! I'd visit again.
- Clean Bay Restaurant ProgramJune 18, 2014Congrats to Bashi in Terranea Resort for passing their Clean Bay Restaurant Certification! They're doing their part to keep the Santa Monica Bay clean! Learn more: www.santamonicabay.org
- Sarah SG.March 29, 2015A very amazing place for a little getaway. It's a little bit crowded at the weekend but you'll enjoy it for sure! Lots of good restaurants, amazing pools and awesome places to run. Recommended!
- Amelia BurstynSeptember 1, 2014The food at the spa cafe is WAY better than the poolside or room service food. Love this resort so much. So incredibly beautiful. Kayaking was amazing too!
- Rally by EventbriteJuly 25, 2017Even amongst stiff competition from Malibu, the stretch of California coastline occupied by Terranea is one of the most beautiful within Los Angeles County. Read more
- Beautiful resort! Bring your four legged friend too (fee required) because the resort is dog friendly. They even provide a sleeping pad and doggy bowl for the pooch.
- A DuffautFebruary 9, 2014Romantic! Stay in a private ocean front bungalow where they light your fire pit every evening and order s'mores & a bottle of bubbly or two. Watch the sunset and then .......... 😉!
- Travel + LeisureDecember 14, 2012The Vanderlip Suite faces Catalina Island and has a telescope to view passing dolphins and whales. Want to get closer? Cruisve above a nearby kelp forest on a 14-foot, stand-up paddleboard.
- Arturo ChavezSeptember 11, 2015I love that resort is so close to LA but feels so far away. Great for staycations or just lunch by the beach!!
- iPhone JunkieXLJune 24, 2012Do yourself a favor..save up some money, get an ocean view room for a weekend & get away from the LA rat race. Relax, enjoy the views & appreciate life. Worth every penny
- Jordan KongDecember 29, 2017The Links golf course on property is a spectacular par 3 nine hole. Check for the twilight rates!
- Mucho Comida™February 26, 2013Awesome 'get-away' spot for Angelenos. F&B on property good and not overly over-priced. Take a date for a day-trip or stay the night if you're ballin'. Enjoy.
- Los AngelesDecember 4, 2013Guests are surrounded on three sides by tranquil waves, with Catalina Island across the channel and ocean views from almost anywhere on the property.
- Los Angeles magazineMarch 9, 2012The massage experience inside the VIP treatment room at the Spa at Terranea Resort is certainly the most blissful in the L.A. area. - Winner of best massage with a view 2011 Read more
- Terranea will remain one of the best resorts in all of Southern California.
- dug freemanApril 8, 2013this place is amazing! nice rooms, great food, and the pool area is great for the kids... Super busy on the weekends with wedding parties, so mid week is best!
- Penina MezeiJune 27, 2014It has exceptional customer service starting from the concierge, to the housekeeping staff, to the restaurants, to random employees which all smile at you and are quite helpful. - Penina Mezei
- R WilliamsMarch 15, 2014Great whaling museum behind the light house. Also the trails around the resort are open to the public.
- Nice that they allow so much public access. All resorts should be like this for costal access.
- Los AngelesNovember 7, 2013Book a stay between Black Friday & Cyber Monday, Nov. 29 - Dec. 2, 2013, & save 35% on travel through Feb. 28, 2014, based on availability. Promo code: BLACKFRIDAY or CYBERMONDAY.
- Ricky SherrillMay 30, 2015They do everything here correctly. Great service and they will gladly take care of anything you need.
- Taneshia Carr-RayfordAugust 6, 2013Ask for a late checkout when you check in, so you can sleep in, eat, enjoy the sun and scenery before you leave.
- Laura MoyerAugust 12, 2014Great place to walk around and watch the sunset... Nelson's has tasty (but expensive) mai tais.
- Dave HuthDecember 11, 2011Prepare to 'fee'd' to death. Beautiful resort, but my goodness, take it easy on the fees. $20 overnight hotel guest 'self park'. They sting you for every nickel possible. Priceline it if you can.
- TERRY B BULLOCKSeptember 12, 2010ID HAVE TO SAY THE ICE CREAM SANDWICH IS THE BEST THING AT NELSONS ACCORDING TO MY 2YR OLD DAUGHTER!!!!! I PERSONALLY LIKE THE SHRIMP TACOS, THE VIEW, & THE DISCOUNT SINCE MY SISTER WRKS THERE!!!!
- Shakespeare by the SeaJune 12, 2011Bring chairs, blankets, family, friends, and join us for an unforgettable evening of theatre. Much Ado About Nothing 7pm on Wednesday, July 6, 2011. Parking $5. Admission free! Read more
- Wesley HeinApril 30, 2012Watch for the Catalina restaurant's house cat that was working the room. She's cute and well mannered. feed her the fish of the day as we did.
- Samantha JohnstonSeptember 7, 2015A little slice of Heaven near LA. Bashi is legit. A wonderful experience.
- Brittini RaeJuly 30, 2014If you are in the lobby bar try the Castaway cocktail with Mt Gay, it's delicious!!
- Carolyn YehOctober 1, 2011Casita 20 is incredible! I didn't want to leave! Wake up and have breakfast on the balcony while watching the dolphins:)
- Valerie MendenhallJuly 17, 2011The trails on Terranea are open to the public, offering fantastic views. Even doggies are accommodated at the water fountain!
- Melanie WeberAugust 28, 2012Go to the spa and get a hot stone message best thing ever.... Ask for Jessica..... Will blow u away...
- Maynard TannFebruary 27, 2016Very nice location. Generally good service. Stayed twice so far. But if you in a Casitas. Beware very bad pickup service. Waited 20 mins for pickup.
- Taneshia Carr-RayfordAugust 6, 2013Love the lighting and frosted glass doors in the bathroom, but the toilet room smells like fresh dirt/wet grass.
- Greg WillisOctober 25, 2010Check in on Sunday evening and be greeted with complimentary Champagne. If only every hotel was this fabulous all the time
- Helen HodgsonSeptember 4, 2011Make sure you take a jacket ! it was chilly but loved it when we got a table next to the fire;)