Golden Door
San Marcos, California
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About the Hotel
On nearly 400 acres of serene Southern California land, lies an other-worldly place called Golden Door. This unique retreat is dedicated to personal wellness, bringing world-class spa amenities, fitness facilities, and zen-like accommodations to guests who are seeking to reenergize and revive. The property is blanketed in verdant greens, Japanese-style gardens, meandering pathways and tranquil natural spaces, inspiring genuine relaxation and sensory pleasure from the moment you arrive. The Asian influence continues in Golden Door's spacious guest rooms, each of which features a private bath, meditation shrine, moon-viewing deck, and complete spa wardrobe. With a staff-to-guest ratio of 4-to-1, your every need is tended to, ensuring your stay is as carefree and unworried as possible at all times. At Golden Door you are embarking on a journey of self-reflection, healing, and nourishment for mind, body, and soul - all in a scenic and beautiful destination.
Location
Golden Door
777 Deer Springs Road
San Marcos, California
92069
Nearest Airport: CLD
Amenities & Services
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
- Tennis Court
Reviews for Golden Door
Bad review
The staff are rude and unprofessional. Especially Gaby at front desk.
Grecia C
Bad news
Terrible place Staff is tweaking they stole some of my luggage really terrible place to go if you’re looking to relax and not worry about being stolen from.
Brad N
Golden Door is Still the Best
This was my sixth visit to the Golden Door, having experienced many other spas across the country the Golden Door STILL stands apart. I love starting my morning with a hike through the bamboo forest following a beautiful breakfast delivered to my room with a schedule that I chose. Water Aerobics, wonderful fitness classes, and broth break at 10 am. I love women's Week immediate, friendless, kindness and camaraderie. I never feel alone. /Daily in room massages included and a host of scrubs and facials usually in the afternoon. Chef has all organic food from the100 acres of land. Best of all proceeds go to Child Abuse Charity, its truly in a class of its own and cannot wait to return next summer, don't waste your money on other places I could write a book!! Kimberly Whipple Bloomfield hills, Michigan
kimberly w - Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
There is truly nothing like the experience of the Golden Door. TRULY.
Reading the less than five star reviews on here are comical. There is TRULY nothing like the Golden Door. In October I was there and had probably the great experience of all. It was my third visit so have been to the "rodeo" there are could see the improvements that have been made since my first visit right after Covid. I went in thinking that things had become very expensive and this might be my last visit because for the money there are so many other fun options of things to do. By the third day, my experience was so exceptional I decided that for as long as I AM ABLE I will return to the Door on a yearly basis. Yes it is expensive, but it is a transformative experience for your health, mind and heart. There is truly nothing like it.
soh519
I will be returning yearly!
This was my 3rd time and I will be back every year, that says it all!! I’m from Los Angeles, so their car picks me up, which is included in cost , and I’m there in 2 hours. It takes me 15 minutes to pack because no makeup jewelry fancy clothes, just workout and swimsuit. I’m up 5:30 every morning choosing different hikes, yoga, classes, meditation, art, spa, facials, massage, or just reading my book next to a waterfall. You do what you like! Eat what you want. Nicest ladies from all over. I am home now ready to take on the wonders like has to offer.
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The Golden Door is more than just a place in Escondido...it's a state of mind you take and carry with you all over the world.
-P.S.
I expected to come back refreshed and invigorated, but I returned with so much more. In fact, the experience was one of the most powerful of my life. During a dream-like week, I had invaluable time and support to do serious intellectual housecleaning, while gaining a more mindful outlook and renewed commitment to better health and fitness.
I now feel like I can forge ahead with clearer vision, confidence and calm for the next portion of my life. It was like the ultimate 100,000-mile check up! Through its nurturing environment, gorgeous, serene setting and infusion of highly personalized and practical life tools, the Golden Door addresses all aspects of the person and makes them whole and happy again.
-A.C.
