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2249 Somerset Rd., Vista, CA 92084
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Cal-A-Vie Spa and Resort
Ranked #1 of 10 hotels in Vista
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
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sanf
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“A nice spa with a big price tag”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2007
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As soon as you arrive don't expect to relax. If they don't get you to settle your bill as you first set foot on the property they will be calling your room ASAP. There is massive construction happening. A pool, at least two other buildings, and a second home for the owners.
The rooms are very nice, beds are soft and fluffy. The bathrooms are beautiful. Sometimes the pipes are a little noisy, but hot water always comes out.
The food is delicious. The chef is very accommodating if something is not to your liking.
The hikes are beautiful but seem to be too challenging for some of the other guests that like to hike. The other option was to walk a golf course.
The fitness classes were fun and the instructors seemed educated although the younger ones were a little more dynamic.
The treatments were the best part. Fitness is scheduled for the morning and treatments for the afternoon. The hot stone facial was a favorite.
Overall, I had a nice getaway. However, I don't believe that it was worth the price. Perhaps when the construction is finished a weeks stay will be worth over $7000. It takes more than some extra buildings to hold a hefty pricetag.

  • Liked — Bed
  • Disliked — Construction, staff policy/service
  • Stayed June 2007, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
    • 1 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
“Total Tranquility”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2006
3
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My sister and I decided to have a girls' vacation at a spa and chose Cal-a-Vie because of its convenient location. The setting is gorgeous, the gardens are immaculate, and the decor is impeccable. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was well-prepared but bland. The choice of exercise classes was wide but some of the instructors seemed to be novices whereas others were very experienced. The only drawback was the tiny, unattractive pool. At over $3500 for 3 days, it was hardly a bargain but I did enjoy every minute of it.

  • Liked — The surprising use of French antiques
  • Disliked — The outdated and tiny pool
  • Stayed July 2006, travelled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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Address: 2249 Somerset Rd., Vista, CA 92084

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