Experience
Best known for his pioneering surf photography, internationally acclaimed photographer and local Aaron Chang is Alila Marea’s artist-in-residence. View beach life through Chang’s lens in a permanent exhibit of vivid, often large-scale scenes of sea and shore. A rotating installation is also located in VAGA Restaurant.
Discover the muses and methods behind the beauty by scanning QR codes located next to the photographs for a video tour led by Aaron.
Alila Journeys
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Cycle the Coast
Take one of our electric-assist Electra Go! bikes for a spin along the coast.
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Day at the Beach
Make your beach day even more idyllic with the help of our Beach Concierge.
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Admire the Southern California coast
Admire the San Diego coast from above it all with an open-air biplane adventure by San Diego Sky Tours.
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Learn to Surf Like a Local
Dip a toe into the world of surfing.
CELEBRATORY MOMENTS
A Seaside Concert & Dinner Series
A series of intimate seaside music experiences with proceeds going to the Rob Machado Foundation.
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Coastal Fairways
Tee off at San Diego’s top greens, including championship and private club courses, while taking in stellar ocean and canyon views.
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Paddle to Adventure
Explore the Seven Sea Caves set in 75-million-year-old sandstone and La Jolla Ecological Reserve’s abundant marine life.
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San Diego Surf Tour
Get an in-depth introduction to the San Diego surf scene.
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Serene Beach Walk
Crowned with breathtaking bluffs, soft white sand stretches along Encinitas for three miles with six beaches along the way.
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Surfboard Quiver
Our quiver of Almond and Firewire surfboards offers a variety of shapes and sizes suitable for all ages and levels.
CELEBRATORY MOMENTS, LOCAL CULTURE
Tour the Craft Beer Capital
Cheers and toast your way along the coast on what Forbes named one of America's most unique beer tours.
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Traverse the Trails
Away from the waves, Southern California’s natural beauty endures on land.
HOLISTIC EXPERIENCES, THRILLING ADVENTURES
Wake Up to Wellness
Start your day inspired with one of Alila Marea’s daily morning wellness experiences that are included in your stay.