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Terranea Resort

Terranea Resort

Rancho Palos Verdes, California · WITT Certified™

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Terranea uses just one-quarter of its expansive 102-acre property, giving guests access to more than 75 acres of pristine natural landscape.

Terranea uses just one-quarter of its expansive 102-acre property, giving guests access to more than 75 acres of pristine natural landscape. The resort boasts extensive walking, hiking and bird-watching trails along the picturesque Discovery Trail, part of the Palos Verdes Peninsula trail system.

At the heart of Terranea Resort’s wellness offerings is a 50,000-square-foot oceanfront spa, wellness and fitness center. This impressive facility features a Himalayan salt sauna, eucalyptus steam room, outdoor relaxation areas, an adults-only pool and the Solviva café. The 5,000-square-foot wellness center within the spa includes a movement studio, workout studio, personalized training and a variety of fitness classes. Solviva café also serves locally and sustainably grown produce, ensuring that your wellness journey extends to your plate.

Terranea is also incredibly family-friendly, warmly welcoming special needs children. The Kid’s Club offers engaging outdoor play, science-based learning and creative art activities for potty-trained kids aged 3-12, all under the supervision of CPR-certified staff.

Wellness highlights

5 of 5 wellness areas · 24 documented strengths
Nourishment4Rest & recovery5Nature immersion5Fitness & movement5Culture & connection5

Nourishment

4 documented strengths
  • Mar'sel serves seasonal dishes using locally sourced ingredients, including herbs and citrus from the grounds.
  • Bashi offers dishes influenced by Chinese, Japanese, and Southeast Asian cuisines.
  • Sea Beans serves coffee, tea, salads, sandwiches, and smoothies.
  • Solviva uses seasonal produce. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are described in the supplied write-up; confirm current dietary arrangements with the resort.

Rest & recovery

5 documented strengths
  • Oceanfront spa with treatments organized around different times of day.
  • Indoor and outdoor relaxation spaces, saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, and cold plunges.
  • Himalayan salt sauna and eucalyptus steam room.
  • Wet treatment rooms and treatments using ingredients such as honey and lavender.
  • Singing-bowl sessions mark the end of the day.

Nature immersion

5 documented strengths
  • Coastal grounds on the Palos Verdes Peninsula with preserved open space.
  • Discovery Trail and footpaths for walking, hiking, and bird-watching.
  • Beach cove and coastal telescopes for observing marine life.
  • Habitat for local wildlife, including the El Segundo blue butterfly.
  • Guided kayaking, tide-pool outings, and falconry experiences.

Fitness & movement

5 documented strengths
  • Fitness and wellness center overlooking the Pacific.
  • Weight and cardio equipment, with personal training options.
  • Scheduled classes include yoga, Pilates, TRX, and water-based exercise.
  • Walking, cycling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding activities.
  • Nine-hole par-3 golf course.

Culture & connection

5 documented strengths
  • Work by local painters, designers, and sculptors throughout the resort.
  • Stone reuse and preservation of mature trees during development.
  • Uniforms made from recycled plastic and low-emission vehicles on-site.
  • Vegetated bioswales, ponds, and rainfall collection for water management.
  • Paper straws, biodegradable golf tees, and optional linen reuse.

Why this stay stands out

Expert-led falconry sessions introduce the birds and their roles in the local environment.

Coastal trails, fitness classes, and spa facilities give guests several ways to organize a day.

The chef's garden supplies herbs and produce for seasonal dining at Mar'sel.

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