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La Vida Del Mar

850 Del Mar Downs Rd

4.7(44 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
130
Licensed capacity
130 residents

California CDSS

Accreditation
CARF-accredited, meeting over 1,500 care standards
Hospice coordination
Coordinates with outside hospice service providers

What Families Think

Reviewers consistently describe La Vida Del Mar as a warm, upbeat community where staff and residents share genuine, close bonds, and where dining and social events like happy hours stand out as highlights. Multiple families who toured said it surpassed other communities they visited and moved a parent in shortly after. No negative reviews were reported in the available feedback.

The Good

  • Consistently described as joyful, high-energy atmosphere
  • Strong, genuine bonds between staff and residents
  • Dining praised as restaurant-quality, not cafeteria-style
  • Multiple tours described as best of several communities visited
  • CARF-accredited care meeting over 1,500 standards

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About La Vida Del Mar

La Vida Del Mar is an independent and assisted living community in Solana Beach, California. The community holds CARF accreditation, the highest level of senior living certification, indicating that its care providers and services have met over 1,500 rigorous standards.

The community offers both independent living and assisted living options, with personalized care available as residents' needs change. Nursing and caregiving staff provide support for residents requiring additional assistance, and the community coordinates with external providers such as hospice services.

La Vida Del Mar features resort-like amenities in a scenic, landscaped setting. Residents enjoy dining options, social events including happy hours, and activities designed to support ongoing passions and interests. The community is situated in close proximity to the old village of Del Mar, the celebrated Del Mar Racetrack, and the Cedros Design District.

The facility emphasizes connection and community engagement among residents, staff, and families. Programming and daily operations are designed to foster a sense of freedom and discovery, with staff maintaining supportive relationships with residents throughout their time at the community.

Types of Care

Assisted Living

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Reviews

4.7overall · 44 ratings combined

4.7★ on Google (44)

Kerry Cusick

Jun 2026

via Google

I just did a tour of La Vida Del Mar for my mother, and wow, I was impressed. It is a joyful environment with positive energy. I stayed during happy hour and was thrilled to see so many residents up and dancing and happy even the executive director, sales director and staff were dancing. The management and staff appear to have a very positive and genuine relationship with the residents. On top of the energy and joy you feel being there the location is super convenient for people traveling from out of state for a visit to their family or just locally. I think this would be a perfect place for my mom.

Tana

Jun 2026

via Google

Went to the open house event, it was a great presentation and tour. The staff was informative, kind, and seem like they are very close with the residents. Great bonds. Residents are so friendly, welcoming, and some invited me to join them to sit after I got my food. They seem really happy. The bbq was spectacular, not just an average bbq or event. It really was so much different than other communities I’ve toured. What I felt from this community was passion for compassion.

Ariane Reynolds

Jun 2026

via Google

I recently toured the facilities with Adrian, the sales director, and stayed for lunch. It felt like a high end restaurant, not a cafeteria, like so many other communities I have toured. Everything was top notch from the food, community, and the amazing staff. The residents seemed extremely happy to be here . I have toured several locations for my parents, and this place is on the top of my list as a place where I would feel not only feel comfortable with my parents living here, but proud of my choice to have my parents be able to have this to call their home.

Samuel “Sunset Sam” Laisure

Jun 2026

via Google

I have lived here for almost 2 years. This community is much better than my previous place. The care team is exceptional. The food is excellent. I have great conversations with everyone. The staff, residents and their family members are all very understanding and friendly. Extremely friendly administrator, she goes above and beyond her responsibilities for me and the rest of the group.

Josh S.

Oct 2025

via Google

Tour was great by Adrienne. My parents loved the place. Met a bunch of residents that seemed very happy living there. Food was really good with a very diverse menu. Place seemed upbeat compared to others we toured. My parents loved put a deposit down!!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does La Vida Del Mar offer?

La Vida Del Mar offers Assisted Living.

Where is La Vida Del Mar located?

La Vida Del Mar is located at 850 Del Mar Downs Rd in Solana Beach, California.

What do families say about La Vida Del Mar?

Reviewers consistently describe La Vida Del Mar as a warm, upbeat community where staff and residents share genuine, close bonds, and where dining and social events like happy hours stand out as highlights. Multiple families who toured said it surpassed other communities they visited and moved a parent in shortly after. No negative reviews were reported in the available feedback.

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