While driving a luxury 2023 Lexus LX 600 F Sport to Palos Verdes to stay overnight at the oceanfront Terranea Resort, I learned that Lexus owners can enjoy a $100 resort credit and complimentary valet parking during their stay.

Terranea Resort – Photo by Jill Weinlein

Guest also have a choice of Lexus vehicles to test drive while staying at the resort. Complimentary Lexus shuttles transport guests from the front of the lobby down to Nelson’s for lunch, drinks or dinner.

Drive a Lexus LX 600 F Sport to Terranea. Photo by Jill Weinlein

Visit the Experience Concierge to take a coastal drive along the peninsula. The Southern California’s premier oceanfront resort offers unique themed drive itineraries for guests to experience, while using of one of Lexus’ latest vehicles.

The Links Golf Course – Photo by Jill Weinlein 

Staying at the tranquil oceanfront retreat is an ideal vacation haven. The Mediterranean design resort features views from almost every hotel suite, bungalow, oceanfront casita, and luxurious villa.

ACTIVITIES AT TERRANEA

One can start their day at The Links at Terranea, a nine-hole, par-3 golf course offering bucolic greens and ocean views. The resort also offers a stretch morning yoga class at the spectacular Spa at Terranea. The 50,000 sq. ft. oceanfront spa also has a large fitness gym and wellness center.

Everywhere you look is the ocean at Terranea – Photo by Jill Weinlein

The four heated swimming pools offer ocean views, food and drink service. There are plenty of lounge chairs and umbrellas for those seeking shade. The family pool has a tall and curly 140-foot waterslide, play fountain, ping pong table and lawn games.

Al fresco dining at bashi – Photo by Jill Weinlein

DINING AT TERRANEA

Executive Chef Andrew Vaughan oversees eight distinctive dining venues. He and his staff create innovative menus for hotel guests, those attending meetings, weddings and special events. “Andrew brings over 27 years of luxury culinary experience, talent and management skills to this position,” said Ralph Grippo, president of Terranea Resort. “We know he will continue to elevate Terranea’s acclaimed culinary program by outsourcing the best seasonal products, applying well-executed classic techniques and keeping flavor profiles clean and distinctive.”

Terranea’s bountiful herb and vegetable gardens, lemon groves, and Sea Salt Conservatory salts are used for fresh ingredients at the oceanfront mar’sel for sophisticated gourmet cuisine. Also at bashi the eclectic menu is filled with Asian delights and local flavors paired with creative cocktails and whiskey flights.

The Spa Pool and Cafe’ at solviva – Photo Jill Weinlein

Other venues include The Grill at the Resort Pool, The Spa Café at solviva, the Lobby Bar & Terrace and the inventive grab-and-go offerings at sea beans.

The resort’s all-day dining venue catalina kitchen offers a beautiful outdoor dining terrace with Catalina View Farm-to-table menu items by Chef de Cuisine Jona Guijarro.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner at catalina kitchen. Photo by Jill Weinlein

Another favorite outdoor dining venue for lunch and dinner is the more casual Nelson’s. Diners sit at tables and picnic benches along a bluff for guacamole and chips, tacos, burgers, and salads.

SOUND SERIES AT NELSON’S

During the summer live music and epic sunsets can be discovered at Sound Series at Nelson’s. This annual concert series offers some of the top cover rock bands, jazz groups, and beach wave music. There is a menu available for local craft beers, margaritas, gourmet picnic fare, and cool ocean breezes every Friday and Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission is complimentary for resort guests. Locals and visitors can purchase $15 tickets online.

Sipping Veuve Clicquot Champagne at Terranea. Photo by Jill Weinlein

SIP CHAMPAGNE

In the afternoon Veuve Clicquot Champagne is poured at the Lobby Terrace. Guests can choose from Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Veuve Clicquot Non-Vintage Rose, and La Grande Dame by the glass or bottle, alongside Champagne cocktails. This special spot on the overlook view terrace is open until 10 p.m.

Sunsets at the Lobby  Terrace. Photo Jill Weinlein

WINE TASTING

Sunsets are magical sunsets the first Friday of the month. Guests are offered a complimentary glass of ONEHOPE wine during a hosted wine tasting in the Lobby Terrace at 6 p.m..

Kayak in the coves to see marine life at Terranea. Photo by Jill Weinlein

Set on 102 acres of natural habitat and landscaped gardens, guests can explore its natural wonders with hiking along the ocean trail, or kayaking to the secluded coves to see sea lions, dolphins and even whales.

Book three consecutive nights at Terranea and receive your fourth night complimentary.

Use promotional code: SUNSHINE.

This review is featured in Luxe Beat Magazine, July 2023.