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Wellness Resort & Spa

Embodying wellbeing since 1940

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A Personalized Experience

Discover wellbeing at Rancho La Puerta, nestled in natural surroundings at the foot of Mount Kuchumaa with 40 miles of hiking trails, world-class fitness classes, and farm-to-table dining. Only an hour from San Diego, experience genuine Mexican hospitality that feels like home.

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Voted #1 Destination Spa in the World

by Travel + Leisure Readers' Poll 2024

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Your home at the Ranch

Casitas

Dwell in beauty and privacy in one of our 86 casitas tucked away in luxuriant grounds. Each has a distinct personality and architectural flair.

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Experience the evolution of Rancho La Puerta, an oasis of well-being over 80 years in the making.

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Founder’s Story

The Szekely Family and the History of the Ranch

Origins of the Ranch – Family-owned and operated since 1940

Since the beginning our motto has been Siempre Mejor! — the Professor’s favorite greeting, delivered in his booming voice. “Always Better!” still guides us every day: Rancho La Puerta has been recognized around the world since the 1950s as the progenitor of the modern fitness resort and spa movement, and has been lauded by every major travel awards program.

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Celebrating Life: The Tradition of Pan de Muerto

Pan de muerto, or “bread of the dead,” is a traditional Mexican bread made for Día de los Muertos. This slightly sweet, soft bread is shaped like a round loaf and decorated with bone-shaped dough pieces to symbolize life and death. It honors deceased loved ones and is often placed on altars with sugar skulls […]

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4,000 Acres

Rancho La Puerta’s 4,000 acres include 40 miles of hiking trails, 32 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, an organic farm, and La Cocina Que Canta cooking school.

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