HILTON CARLSBAD OCEANFRONT RESORT & SPA FACT SHEET ADDRESS 1 Ponto Road Carlsbad, CA 92011 CONTACT Phone 760-602-0800 Fax 760-602-0805 WEBSITE www.hiltoncarlsbadoceanfront.com MANAGEMENT Wave Crest Hotels and Resorts, Encinitas, CA - General Manager Robert Moore - Vice President Sales & Marketing Kathy Van Vechten DEVELOPER ARCHITECT INTERIOR DESIGN Wave Crest Oceanfront, Encinitas, CA Joseph Wong Design Hatch Design (Lobby and Chandler's Restaurant) Raad Ghantous (Ocean Crest Spa) Hospitality Design & Project Coordination (rooms and meeting space) LOCATION With a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean and a short walk to gorgeous South Carlsbad State beaches, the ocean is integrated in the very identity of the Resort. Sitting at the crest of a series of gently rolling berms, the Resort takes full advantage of its western exposure and sweeping ocean views. DESIGN & DECOR The Resort architecture was inspired by the work of the famous architects Charles and Henry Greene whose interest in wood and metal work while studying architecture at MIT in the late 1800s merged with the inspiration from examples of Japanese architecture at the World’s Columbian Exhibition in 1892. The architecture firm of Greene & Greene, started in the early 1900s in Pasadena, is credited for creating the Southern Californian Craftsman Architecture such as the Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Hotel & Spa Fact Sheet famous Gabel House in Pasadena. Inspired by their work, the Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Resort and Spa went a step further and integrated comfort, modernity and new construction technology to the traditional Southern Californian Craftsman style. The result is a stunning example of contemporary Craftsman architecture - built the way the Greene Brothers might do it today. ACCOMMODATIONS Features 207 deluxe rooms, many with panoramic ocean views and an average size of 415 square feet, and 8 oneand two-bedroom ocean view suites ranging in size from 850 to 1,425 square feet. Total room count is 215 of which 81 are connecting rooms and 17 accessible rooms (7 fully accessible, 3 fully accessible with roll in showers and 7 hearing impaired.) Room décor is consistent with contemporary craftsman theme of the design of the hotel. Carpets are of rust colors and warm gold hues while draperies pull in hallway accent colors of ocean blues and greens and the sheers feature a small scale embroidered pattern reminiscent of vines or kelp. Wall coverings and headboard features subtle metallic look. GUEST ROOM AMENITIES Spacious dimensions Fully stocked mini bar refrigerator 40” flat-screen television and state of the art in-room entertainment In room safe Complimentary high-speed Internet access Iron and ironing board Robes & slippers Comfortable sitting area Guest bathroom offers make-up mirror, scale and hair dryer Many rooms with balconies and outdoor seating areas Many interconnecting rooms (available) Valet service available DINE & WINE Departing drastically from the general concept of a hotel restaurant, Chandler’s is a world of its own. Destined to become the most sought after restaurant in North County San Diego, Chandler’s brings innovation and style to the local restaurant scene, with eclectic, seasonal menus Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Hotel & Spa Fact Sheet inspired by locally grown fresh products. By popular demand, three outdoor seating areas, one with fire pit, will allow guests to enjoy the best of California weather. A spectacular bar with inspired signature cocktails is the heart of the restaurant. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Chandler’s seats 250 indoor and outdoor. For more intimate gatherings, the Private Dining Room, an ocean view, outdoor covered terrace, can accommodate up to 40 people. The Wine Room allows guests to personally select their favorite wine from a spectacular world-class selection of wines. Superior, knowledgeable and attentive service, never transcending into overly formal, will enhance the quality of the dining experience and provide guests with an unparalleled memorable experience. Room service is available from 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS Located just minutes from Palomar Airport and Carlsbad Business Park, it is the perfect destination for a stimulating and highly productive meeting. State-of-the-art technology and highly flexible and adaptable conference and meeting space are sure to meet any needs. Outstanding food quality and service enhances the banquet experience. With over 25,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, the hotel offers a prime location for any size business group. The 8,500 square feet of indoor event facilities include the 5,700 square foot oceanfront ballroom which divides into five, four meeting rooms and a board room. There is 5,000 square feet of flexible pre-function space. The 12,000 square feet of outdoor space includes ocean view gardens that can seat 500 guests outdoors for lunch or dinner. The setting takes full advantage of the unparalleled ocean views making it a desirable oceanfront wedding destination with indoor/outdoor options for ceremonies and receptions. Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Hotel & Spa Fact Sheet Just 2 miles north is the multi-award winning Hilton Garden Inn (also an oceanfront property and managed by Wave Crest). Combined, the two properties can accommodate any size group from 10 to 350 rooms offering a combined total of over 30,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. SPA & FITNESS The masterfully designed Ocean Crest Spa is also inspired by the Pacific Ocean. Elements like energy, power, serenity calmness and beauty are at the core of the interior design through the generous use of teak, bronze, stone, amber and glass generating an instinctive connection at the deepest level of one’s soul. The gentle and private environment allows guests to completely surrender to deep and restorative relaxation a perfect retreat for our guests and local community members. - 5,600 square foot spa - 7 treatment rooms - Couple’s room with tub and private outdoor relaxation area - Steam rooms - Indoor and outdoor relaxation areas - Full array of massages, facials and body treatments as well as manicure and pedicures The 1,200 square foot ocean view Fitness Center offers an aerobic area, free weights and state-of-the-art cardio equipment. RECREATION The central west-facing courtyard features a 4,000 sq. ft. free-from swimming pool surrounded by a vibrant coastal desert garden of palms, succulents and grasses. Columns of statuesque palms frame the poolside deck with lounge seating creating an extension of the lobby An undulating, mosaic-tiled water wall across the pool lends a visual and aural sparkle. A series of intimate seating areas are set in the surrounding perimeter including an elevated spa area, a children’s splash pool, an outdoor fire pit with comfortable ocean view seating and an outdoor lounge tucked next to a ponytail Palm forest. Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Hotel & Spa Fact Sheet Families will enjoy seasonal children’s activities, easy access to the beach and a special “waterwall” for viewing movies at the pool. Drawing inspiration from the setting, the handsome and abundant plant palette echoes the coastal landscape with large use of mounding fragrant and flowering coastal shrubs and trees. Paving materials and colors have been selected to reflect and harmonize with the natural sandstone formations of the Carlsbad coastline. AMENITIES & SERVICES AREA ATTRACTIONS 24-hour complimentary business center Sanderling Library Complimentary internet services Complimentary USA Today (weekdays) Complimentary local paper (weekends) Same day laundry service Same day shoe shine service Complimentary shuttle services within the Carlsbad area Beach chairs, umbrellas and towels available for beach visits Stuffed animals for kids at check in (seasonally) Specialty coffee and tea services available in the lobby area Hilton Honors members Surf enthusiasts, with easy access to Ponto Beach and surfer friendly storage facility Numerous championship golf courses Minutes to LEGOLAND Within 30 minute drive to all of San Diego parks including Sea World, Zoo and Safari Park 45 minute drive to Disneyland ### Media Contacts: Lori Kennedy or Shae Geary JLK Marketing and Communications 760-941-4121 Lori_Kennedy@hotmail.com or Shae.Geary@sbcglobal.net