Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Del Mar travel guide

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You're Going to Love Del Mar

With a population of 4,161, Del Mar is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Del Mar deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Del Mar

If you’re looking for affordable options, Steak 48 - Del Mar (12995 El Camino Real) and Jake's Del Mar (1660 Coast Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Del Mar

Del Mar in January
Estimated package price
$662
2 travelers
Flight to Del Mar
3 nights at hotel
Del Mar in January
Estimated package price
$662
2 travelers
Flight to Del Mar
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Del Mar

Plane

When flying to Del Mar, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 19 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Del Mar departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Del Mar is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 156 km from Del Mar. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Del Mar Denny's, located 2.4 km from downtown Del Mar. Del Mar Mango Drive is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Del Mar, you’ll arrive at San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar (CLD), which is located 19 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Del Mar departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Del Mar is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 156 km from Del Mar. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Del Mar Denny's, located 2.4 km from downtown Del Mar. Del Mar Mango Drive is also a commonly used station, and is 2.0 km from the city center.

Airports near Del Mar

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Del Mar

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,574 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,094 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,438 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,505 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,522 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,448 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
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Where to stay in Del Mar

From 5-star hotels such as the L'Auberge Del Mar to great affordable options like the Hotel Indigo San Diego Del Mar By IHG, Del Mar offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $337 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $381 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Del Mar, with prices from $115 to $4,777 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Del Mar are about 17% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Del Mar by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Del Mar

Most booked hotels in Del Mar

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Del Mar Beach Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 735 reviews)
$226+
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Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (10, 26 reviews)
$1,191+
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Lakehouse Hotel And Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 484 reviews)
$136+
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Les Artistes Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 435 reviews)
$152+
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Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 908 reviews)
$115+
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LEGOLAND California Resort And Castle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 821 reviews)
$250+
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Renting a car in Del Mar

Renting a car in Del Mar costs $55 per day, on average, or $109 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Del Mar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Del Mar is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Del Mar costs $55 per day, on average, or $109 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Del Mar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Del Mar is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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