Rancho Bernardo Inn

17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive

San Diego, CA US

Rating: 4, MOBIL 4STAR, TOP 100 HOTELS IN AMERICA BY ZAGAT, MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS MAGAZINE GOLD KEY AWARD.

Weather-perfect San Diego is home to the Rancho Bernardo Inn, selected in 2008 to host auditions for the hit show "American Idol." The elegant hotel offers deluxe accommodations, state-of-the-art meeting spaces, golf, a full-service spa and fitness center, and superb dining. This magnificent venue has received awards such as the Gold Key Award, the Executive Choice Award, Mobil Four-Star Award, and for 32 consecutive years, the AAA Four-Diamond Award. In 2007, the Inn completed $25 million in expansions and enhancements including a 27,000 sq ft conference center and ballroom, an expansive Spa with adjacent Spa Garden and 2,500 sq ft Spa pool, and all 287 rooms have been transformed into mini oases.

Room Information

Guest Rooms

287 newly remodeled guest rooms in rich colors. Each with platform bed frames, new couches and chairs, upgraded linens, spacious workspace, 42-inch flat-screen TV, iPod- ready stereo and DVD player, private patio or balcony, and WiFi access.

Suites

Early California/European decor with custom furnishings. All rooms have lovely views with patios or balconies. Suites offer private patios, robes, honor bar, on command video system, upgraded amenities and upgraded phone system with modems and some with wet bars, fireplace, and kitchens.

Tax

There is a 13.70% tax per room/per night.

Directions

Take Interstate 5 south to Highway 163 north (163 merges into Interstate 15 north). From Interstate 15, take the Rancho Bernardo Road exit, turn right; follow to Bernardo Oaks Drive, turn left.

Restaurants

Dining- El Bizcocho

El Bizcocho, one of the Zagat's most highly rated San Diego restaurants, serves contemporary French cuisine. The Veranda serves brasserie fare indoors or on an expansive patio overlooking the resort's golf course.

Area Attractions

San Diego

San Diego Zoo

World Famous San Diego Zoo. Over 3,400 rare birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. More than 100 acres of award winning gardens and $50 million of new and innovative bioclimatic habitats. Entertaining and educational tours and shows. Just 30 minutes from our resort. 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, California 92103; (619) 231-1515

Sea World

Sea World's dazzling shows add sparkle to your visit, bringing many stages to life with quality entertainment, with the world's biggest stars, Shamu and Baby Shamu, hilarious sea lion team, Clyde and Seamore and more. You'll enjoy non-stop action, adventure and comedy. Just 35 minutes from our resort. 1720 South Shores Road, San Diego, California 92109-7995; (619) 226-3845

The San Diego Wild Animal Park

The San Diego Wild Animal Park is just 20 minutes from the Resort. A trip to the Wild Animal Park is like a journey to the world's most exotic places. See wild animals roaming freely in settings resembling their native homelands. The Wild Animal Park is located on 2,100 acres and houses many endangered species. 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, California 92027;; (619) 747-8708

Recreation

Facilities and Services

18-hole championship golf course, 27-hole executive course, 45,000 square feet of meeting space, tennis courts, pools, new spa & fitness center, bike rentals, concierge, dry cleaning, and nearby local activities for families and other groups.