"Running through January 4 inside Greenfinch Bar is the Frosty Saddle, a cozy cocktail lounge that’s been decked out in holiday lights and decorations. Lead bartender Luis Tovar Zarate has created a festive array of cocktails and mocktails that include the Jingle Bell Bomb, a mix of Hendricks gin, chartreuse, pine needle syrup, tonic, and a peppermint and pine cocktail bomb, and the Jewel, a nonalcoholic sipper featuring strawberry-sage syrup, clarified lemon juice, agave, and sparkling water. T" - Candice Woo
"Set on 10 secluded acres, this tucked-away property feels like a secret garden with fragrant botanical gardens, trickling fountains and meandering stone paths. A recent $26 million renovation updated 210 guest rooms with rainfall showers and garden or pool views, and the hotel is especially known for its award-winning spa that uses mostly organic ingredients as well as a heated saltwater pool and whirlpool lined with plush cabanas—making it a top pick for romantic getaways and spa weekends. Note that it is not within walking distance of La Jolla Cove." - Emily Hochberg Emily Hochberg Emily Hochberg is a writer and editor with over 15 years of experience specializing in travel, lifestyle, home, parenting, and reviews. In addition to Travel + Leisure, her work appears in Business Insider, The Points Guy, Yahoo, Buzzfeed, Best Products, Apartment Therapy, PEOPLE, Parents, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"The weight of the world lifts as while meandering through the gardens of Estancia La Jolla. Keep the visit light with mocktails like its Summer Fizz, a bubbly blend of Seedlip Grove 42, ginger beer, lemon syrup, and mulled spices." - Kelly Bone
"Estancia is in the upscale coastal neighborhood of La Jolla, but closer to UC San Diego and Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve than the pedestrian-friendly Village. Terra-cotta hues and charming architecture stand out at this Spanish Colonial-style hotel and spa that also features pristine gardens to stroll in the mornings. The spa has nine treatment rooms, including a couple’s option with an outdoor tub. Make sure to hit up the eucalyptus steam room and the meditation garden. The hotel is peak California: Mission-style architecture, succulents, and gardens galore." - Archana Ram, Beth Demmon
"This La Jolla property recently completed a major renovation of its 210 guest rooms and suites, plus its multiple lawn spaces, and added a new apiary and chef’s garden. The sprawling property includes 10 acres of gardens, stone pathways, serene courtyards, and fountains." - Travel + Leisure Editors