Fill up on cheer with Grand traditions, from festive tea service to artfully prepared dinner at our award-winning dining destinations, Amaya and Addison — California's only Five-Star/Five Diamond restaurant. It's all your holiday favorites with a gourmet twist.
Amaya
Monday, December 24, 4:00 pm — 9:00 pm
Tuesday, December 25, 11:00 am — 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm — 9:00 pm
Gather with loved ones over holiday specialties, such as Seared Sea Bass with Squash Gnocchi, Arugula and Roasted Chicken Jus and Rotisserie Prime Rib with Herb-Roasted Potatoes, Garlic Broccolini and Red Wine Jus.
Three-course dinner menu:
$75 per adult / $110 with wine / $30 per child (ages 6 — 12)
Christmas Day three-course brunch menu:$49 per person
Addison — Five-Star/Five Diamond Dining
Monday, December 24, 5:30 pm — 9:00 pm
This Christmas Eve, enjoy seven courses of exquisite holiday fare, including Sea Scallops with Baby Romaine, Capers and Sauce Meunière, as well as Squab Rôti with Vanilla, Parsnips and Black Truffles.
Seven-course menu:
$195 per person / $290 with wine
Customary four-course menu also available:$110 per person
Holiday Afternoon Tea
November 28 — December 30, Wednesday — Sunday only,2:00 pm — 4:00 pm
Enjoy the resort's traditional Afternoon Tea infused with holiday cheer and seasonal treats in the elegant Lobby Lounge.
Tea service starts at $45.
Slip into the new year — and a total state of relaxation — with an array of specials and packages at San Diego's only Five-Star spa and salon.
Holiday Bonus at The Spa
December,
Monday — Thursday only
Unwind from the holiday hustle and bustle with a 30-minute complimentary upgrade on a Therapeutic massage.
90 minutes, from $190
Peppermintini Pedicure
December
Stay on your toes through the holidays with a seasonal aromatherapy pedicure, featuring a soak, exfoliation, wrap and moisturizer.
Pedicure, $125
The Grand Entrance Package
November — December
'Tis the season to turn heads. Primp for holiday soirées with hair, makeup and a manicure by Haim Salon's experts.
All-inclusive package, $250
Make the whole family's season bright with an array of warm festivities, from Jingle Bell Pony Rides to chestnut roasting. This year's events will put a twinkle in the eyes of children — and the child within — at California's only triple Five-Star resort.
Holidays at the Equestrian Center
November 20 — December 23, Tuesday — Sunday,
9:00 am — 4:30 pm
Give your little one a leg up on their warmest holiday memories with a Jingle Bell Pony Ride (ages 2 — 6). Or take to the trails for a festive family adventure with a scenic ride through Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve (ages 7 and up).
Pony ride, $35 per child / Trail ride, from $135 per person
Note: The Equestrian Center will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and
New Year's Day.
Chestnut Roasting on the Aria Lawn
November 30 — December 29, Friday and Saturday only,
4:00 pm — 6:00 pm
Don't just sing about this nostalgic tradition — join in on the seasonal fun with guests of all ages by the resort's festively decorated tree in the Aria Pavilion.
$5 per ½ dozen / $9 per dozen
4th Annual Nutcracker Holiday Tea
Saturday, December 22, 11:00 am and 1:30 pm
Sunday, December 23, 11:00 am and 1:30 pm
Treat your family to an entertaining abridged performance of Tchaikovsky's holiday classic by Scripps Performing Arts Youth Academy accompanied by a two-course, child-friendly tea service.
$58 per adult / $30 per child (ages 4 — 12). Pricing is inclusive of tax and gratuity.
Miracle on 34th Street Pajama Party
Friday, December 21, 8:00 pm
Snuggle up in your favorite pajamas and grab your fluffiest pillow for a memorable screening of "Miracle on 34th Street," accompanied by yummy snacks and hot cocoa.
Complimentary for resort guests.
Story Time with Santa
Sunday, December 23, 4:00 pm
Join Santa for a special reading of the holiday classic, "The Night Before Christmas" by The Grand Del Mar's festive tree in the Aria Pavilion.
Complimentary for resort guests.
Winter Wonders Animal Visit
Friday, December 28, 3:30 pm — 4:15 pm
Meet special guests with impressive winter coats, including a fluffy fox, chinchilla, lynx and more.
Complimentary for resort guests.
