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3.0 of 5
710 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014 (Formerly BEST WESTERN PLUS Stratford Inn)
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Stratford Inn of Del Mar
Ranked #1 of 7 hotels in Del Mar
4.0 of 5 stars 148 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Hot tub(4)
  • Continental breakfast(4)
  • Ocean view room(3)
  • Very clean(3)
  • Very nice(3)
  • Staff member(3)
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Dallas, Texas, United States
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Took good care of me.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012
5
people found this review helpful

I was there for an extended stay and they took great care of me even though they were in the middle of a huge remodel. The room was spacious and clean and kept that way for the entire 2 months I was there. I even got a free room upgrade. Next time I'm in the San Diego are that's where I'll be staying.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Susan Knapp, General Manager at Stratford Inn of Del Mar, responded to this review
4 February 2012
Thank you for the nice compliments! We will always take great care of you at the Stratford Inn. Please hurry back when we're Hotel Indigo (March 14) and you can enjoy dinner and a beautiful sunsets on one of our two oceanview terraces!

Sincerely,

Susan Knapp
General Manager
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Snoqualmie, Washington, United States
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Loved this property, newly remodeled and the perfect getaway”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We really enjoyed our time at the Stratford Inn and will be back for a little escape from it all very soon. The staff was very helpful and the newly remodelled rooms were just perfect. Just down the street from the beach and an area to run in the morning, loved this place!!!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Susan Knapp, General Manager at Stratford Inn of Del Mar, responded to this review
4 February 2012
We're so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thanks for the kind words. When you return be sure to ask our staff where the great trials are in Del Mar that run along the ocean if you didn't find them already! Also, if you like to run there's one of the best marathons in the US called the La Jolla Half Marathon that starts at Del Mar Racetrack and ends at La Jolla Cove. It's April 28th.

Sincerely,

Susan Knapp
General Manager
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Las Vegas, Nevada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Would stay at No other Place!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

I have been coming to the Stratford for almost ten years.... I have always had an amazing experience there. Susan and the infamouse Miss Barbara are amazing, wonderful and always smiling.
The rooms are clean, Spa is great, views are amazing... and wait til all therenovations are done.
It is so worth the drive from Las Vegas to know that I will have a great, comfortable room when I get there....
And its close to all the shopping and eating spots (especially En Fuego) in downtown Del Mar....
You will be pleasantly surprised at this great little Hideaway...

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Susan Knapp, General Manager at Stratford Inn of Del Mar, responded to this review
4 February 2012
WOW! We love you too! Thank you so much for your loyalty and friendship throughout the years.You'll have to sign up for Priority Club when you return. It's been voted the best loyalty program there is and the benefits are great.

I will be great having a restaurant, bar and entertainment on the terrace once we open as Hotel Indigo just a month from now. We can't wait to have you back!

Sincerely,

Susan
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Phoenix, Arizona, United States
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“The Stratford Inn”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We've been staying at the Stratford Hotel in Del Mar for over seven years. We generally stay in the 'suites'. The staff and the accomodations are always superb. Our last visit in November had been our only visit to Del Mar in the past two years. My wife and I live in Phoenix, AZ and our son is a student at SDSU, so this past Thanksgiving weekend we had a little family reunion as my daughter came in from North Carolina. We booked our reservation direct with Barbara. Barbara always remembers us and she goes beyond the scope to accomodate my wife and I and our two maltese pets. (yes, this is a pet friendly hotel...hard to find a good one these days). Barbara is the kind of person who welcomes you with kindness and care and even recommended a restaurant for our reunion. We look forward to our return this spring and dining at the new restaurant at the 'Stratford'

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Susan Knapp, General Manager at Stratford Inn of Del Mar, responded to this review
28 January 2012
It's always a pleasue having you with us at the Stratford Inn. We're glad that you enjoyed your time with your family and stay with our family! Barbara is really caring and loves to greet our furry little guests with treats! Thank you for taking the time to give us such a great review and most of all your loyalty to our hotel. We'll see you next time!

Susan Knapp
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New York City
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Back Each Year”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Each year i visit my nephew and his family in Del Mar and always stay at the Stratford because it offers all the amenities higher price hotels offer, is conveniently located, and has good service.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Susan Knapp, General Manager at Stratford Inn of Del Mar, responded to this review
28 January 2012
Thank you for staying with us each year and for taking the time to give us a review. On your next visit be sure to invite your nephew to have dinner on our new oceanview terrace opening on March 14. The sunsets are breathtaking!

Susan Knapp
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  • Best Western Stratford Hotel
  • Best Western Del Mar
  • Del Mar Best Western
Address: 710 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014 (Formerly BEST WESTERN PLUS Stratford Inn)
Price range (per night):* INR8,004 - 14,340

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