A Personalized Experience
Discover wellbeing at Rancho La Puerta, nestled in natural surroundings at the foot of Mount Kuchumaa with 40 miles of hiking trails, world-class fitness classes, and farm-to-table dining. Only an hour from San Diego, experience genuine Mexican hospitality that feels like home.
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The freedom to choose your own path at the ranch. Whether you prefer quiet moments of reflection, soothing therapies, or gentle activities, you can create your own schedule and immerse yourself in whatever helps you relax and recharge.
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Casitas
Dwell in beauty and privacy in one of our 86 casitas tucked away in luxuriant grounds. Each has a distinct personality and architectural flair.
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Voted one of the top five “World’s Best International Destination Spas”
by Travel + Leisure magazine Readers’ Choice Awards 2010-2025
Events Calendar
Week of January 31st
A Music Lover’s Festival: Broadway Week
Broadway on Television with Josh Berman
Josh BermanBroadway Week with Adam Kantor
Adam KantorBroadway Week with Eden Espinosa
Eden EspinosaBroadway Week with Michele de la Reza
Michele de la RezaBroadway Week with Monique Mead
Monique MeadBroadway Week with Nick Adams
Nick AdamsBroadway Week with Stephen Neely
Stephen Neely, PhDBroadway Week with Van Kaplan
Van KaplanCooking with the Seasons with Chef Vivian Mercado
Chef Vivian MercadoDance with Heather Winia
Heather WiniaFireside Tales
Chris SalisburyHappy Hour for Hormones with Nancy Cetel
Nancy Cetel, MDIntuitive Ink Painting with Karen Boren Gerstenberger
Karen Boren GerstenbergerLaughter Yoga with Cherie Kephart
Cherie KephartRetrain the Brain for Greater Joy, Connection and Purpose with Randy Kamen
Randy KamenValle de Guadalupe Wine Tour
Rancho La PuertaIlluminate Your Life
Jeannie DuBoseHands-On Cooking Classes with Alex Carballo
Chef Alex Carballo View all Events
Founder’s Story
The Szekely Family and the History of the Ranch
Origins of the Ranch – Family-owned and operated since 1940
Since the beginning our motto has been Siempre Mejor! — the Professor’s favorite greeting, delivered in his booming voice. “Always Better!” still guides us every day: Rancho La Puerta has been recognized around the world since the 1950s as the progenitor of the modern fitness resort and spa movement, and has been lauded by every major travel awards program.
History of the Ranch
Blog
Seven Ways We Get You Moving at the Ranch
What does movement look like when it’s part of everyday life?At The Ranch, movement shows up everywhere—across our 40 miles of groomed hiking trails, three major pools, seven gyms, and more than 40 fitness and wellness classes offered daily. With so many ways to stay active, our instructors and their classes provide the perfect starting […]
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Rancho La Puerta’s 4,000 acres include 40 miles of hiking trails, 32 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, an organic farm, and La Cocina Que Canta cooking school.
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