The Pala Casino, located approximately 50 miles north of San Diego, boasts a full-service spa, 507 hotel rooms, 87 table games, more than 2,000 slot machines and regular live entertainment. The casino complex is in the heart of the Temecula Valley wine country, which is home to more than 25 wineries. Overnight visitors can book a room right at the casino, or choose one of the lodging options a few miles west and northwest, just off the I-15 highway.
Comfort Inn La Estancia
Located 6 miles west of the casino, near the junction of I-15 and state Route 76 (Pala Road), the moderately priced Comfort Inn La Estancia is set in a Mediterranean-style building with a patio featuring tall palm trees and a swimming pool. Guest rooms come equipped with one king-size or two queen-size beds. All rooms are outfitted with a microwave, refrigerator and coffeemaker, as well as flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi service. Some rooms have balconies, and all come with a free continental breakfast. For on-site lunch or dinner, try the hotel's Da Giorgio's restaurant, featuring Italian favorites, steaks and salads.
Comfort Inn La Estancia
3135 Old Highway 395
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(888) 820-8220
laestanciainn.com
Pala Mesa Resort
Located 8 miles west of the Pala Casino, the Pala Mesa Resort sits on a 205-acre property surrounded by citrus and avocado groves. It's a great option for travelers who want to combine golf with gaming, as the resort is home to its own par-72 championship golf course. The hotel offers a package deal, combining accommodations with unlimited golf, as well as other bed-and-breakfast and winery tour packages. The rooms come in three classes (Fairway, Hillside/Fairway Deluxe and Hillside Executive King) and feature amenities such as down comforters, plush armchairs, wet bars and cable TV with on-demand movies. Some rooms have high-speed Internet service and/or private balconies with views of the mountains and golf course. The on-site Aqua Terra steak-and-seafood restaurant serves three meals a day at either a dining room overlooking the fairways or on an outdoor patio next to an artificial waterfall. The lounge boasts an open fireplace and live entertainment on the weekends. In addition to the golf course, on-site recreation options include four lighted tennis courts, a swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
Pala Mesa Resort
2001 Old Highway 395
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 728-5881
palamesa.com
Hampton Inn and Suites Temecula
The Hampton Inn is located approximately 9 miles northwest of the casino in Temecula, a historic town that's home to art galleries, antique shops, restaurants and the Old Town Temecula Community Theatre. The hotel, set off I-15 about a half-mile from the historic town center, offers 99 guest rooms and suites with standard amenities like leather recliners, flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. For an extra luxurious stay, ask for the suite with and electric fireplace, king-size bed, two leather recliners and a wet bar. Or book a stay in the suite that includes a whirlpool bath. All rooms and suites come with a complimentary breakfast and use of the hotel pool and fitness room.
Hampton Inn and Suites Temecula
28190 Jefferson Avenue
Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 506-2331
hamptoninn.hilton.com
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