Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
Brett Hamblen has extensive experience in the hospitality industry, currently serving as the Conference Services Manager at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa since November 2011, with previous roles including Executive Meeting Manager, Catering and Event Services Coordinator, and Chef Concierge. Prior experience includes working as a Concierge/Bellman at The Lodge at Torrey Pines and as a Concierge at Hotel del Coronado. Earlier roles in customer service and management were held at Qwest Communications International, Inc., Qwest Wireless, Ultra Tan Salon, and Brown Palace Hotel & Spa. Brett Hamblen holds a Paralegal Certificate from San Diego Miramar College and a Certificate in Computer and Information Sciences from the University of Colorado Denver, along with earlier education at the University of Northern Colorado and Aims Community College.
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
The 210-room Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa features a beautiful early California rancho-style setting on approximately ten tree-laden acres. The property pays homage to its rich history by emulating and utilizing materials from the original 1880s equestrian compound. The hotel includes a collection of freestanding Spanish buildings coupled with hidden courtyards and trailing pathways. Equestrian-style doors and sky-lit windows add a light and airy feeling to the plush guest rooms. Estancia’s award-winning landscaping is filled with native plants, signature design and unique botanical gardens. This luxurious Southern California property features 47,000 square-feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, including 22,190 square-feet of state-of-the-art conference facilities. A full service spa, complete with a private Couples Bungalow, and an outdoor relaxation area with adjacent meditation garden. To further promote a heightened sense of well-being, the hotel offers a courtyard, heated, saltwater pool and whirlpool, as well as an executive fitness center. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa also boasts three award-winning restaurants and lounges, including: Mustangs & Burros and Greenfinch Restaurant & Bar.