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Hotel overview

Tucked amidst lush tropical gardens and meandering lagoons this lovely California retreat appeals to families, spa-lovers, couples and guests looking to tie the knot with a quiet blend of service and style. With a great location on San Diego’s sparkling Mission Bay, just minutes away from the heart of downtown San Diego and adjacent to the famous SeaWorld® Adventure Park, guests are treated to an oasis of comforts including five swimming pools including one just for children, an adults-only pool and a beautiful lagoon pool with a sandy beach area; lighted tennis courts; an 18-hole putting golf course; critically-acclaimed restaurants; a private, full-service marina where fun-filled activities like sailing, jet skiing and kayaking are there to try; a pampering menu of treatments at the upscale Balinese spa and romantic wedding services. Where the natural beauty of California blends seamlessly with the superior services and amenities of today, this splendid resort provides the ideal setting for unforgettable vacations in the sun.

Location

Mission Bay
San Diego, CA, USA - Lindbergh International Airport (SAN) : 15 miles
Carlsbad, CA, USA - Carlsbad/Palomar Airport (CLD) : 30 miles
Santa Ana, CA, USA - John Wayne Airport (SNA)
Los Angeles, CA, USA Los Angeles Intl Airport (LAX)

Property information

Year Built: 1962
Last Renovation: 2010
Accessible rooms: 14
Floors: 1
Total rooms: 462

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Hotel details

Dining

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Amenities

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Activities

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Hotel advisories

Advisory A minimum mandatory hotel-imposed fee of $28.23 per room, per day, will be charged and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out. This fee is subject to change without prior notice. The information published here is to give the client an estimate of additional fees that they may be responsible for but is not a guarantee of the final amount due. For a detailed description of what is included in the mandatory fee, please see hotel policies.
Advisory A minimum parking fee of $42 per room, per day, per vehicle will be charged and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out. The fee is subject to change without prior notice. The information published here is to give the client an estimate of additional fees they may be responsible for but not a guarantee of the final amount due

General policies & fine print

Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Minimum Check-In Age: 18
General Policies:

Check-in Policy: Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds. 

Convention Policy: Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

General Information: Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

Resort Fee : A Resort fee is not included in your vacation price and is payable directly to the hotel at check-in. This fee includes high speed wireless access in guest rooms, domestic phone calls in guest rooms, unlimited access to fitness center, basketball, tennis, ping pong, croquet, horseshoes, and bocce ball.

Parking Fee : A minimum parking fee per room, per day, per vehicle will be charged and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out.  The fee is subject to change without prior notice. The information published here is to give the client an estimate of additional fees they may be responsible for but not a guarantee of the final amount due
Pet Policy Pets Not Allowed

Ratings & reviews

TripAdvisor traveler rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.0 3571 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Good service and nice people!

    Very nice and fun staff, they help you and play games with you, but you will practice how to not be a sore loser XD. Clean rooms and a lot of choices for food and drinks :) Definitely a good chill resort:)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

    Dec 12, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Zanzibar Bay resort

    We had an amazing experience, the service was great, staff is friendly. The activities and tours provided by the Resort were exceptional. The pools are clean, multiple restaurants to choose from. The drinks were also great, the inclusive plan is amazing with a wide variety of options

    Dec 09, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    It really is little piece of Paradise!

    Had such a relaxing wonderful experience. Room was clean and bed comfortable. Every staff member we encountered was wonderful. Loved the spa and yoga practice outside. Great location to restaurants & activities. We enjoyed our stay so much we cant wait to come back and spend more time with all the amenites the property offers.

    Dec 04, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    A For Real Paradise Retreat!

    Lush landscape, numerous lily pad ponds and meandering nature paths set this resort location apart from ordinary San Diego hotel hi-rises. Perfect retreat for decompressing while enjoying stunning bay views. Swim, have fun ... a little slice of paradise for everyone!

    Nov 08, 2024
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    This place truly is paradise!

    The resort is beautiful. There were activities to sign up for. You can sit by any of the 5 pools and relax. It's amazing! The staff is so accommodating and friendly. Loved every minute if our stay.

    Nov 05, 2024