'Perched on 102 acres of dramatic Palos Verdes Peninsula coastline, this Mediterranean-inspired resort feels like a secret Californian escape just 30 minutes from LAX.'
What's Special?
Built on the former site of Marineland, Terranea sits atop ancient volcanic rock formations and offers the only oceanfront resort experience in LA County. The property features its own cove beach, tide pools perfect for exploring, and stunning views of Catalina Island on clear days.
WhatAHotel! Pro-Tip: Visit the resort's falconry program – one of only a few hotel-based raptor experiences in California where you can interact with hawks, owls, and falcons against the Pacific backdrop.
Don't Miss
The resort's signature spa treatment using sea salt harvested from their own coastline, and sunset whale watching from the bluffs during migration season (December-April). The Trump National Golf Course next door was carved directly into the coastal cliffs.