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Wine Growers Association

The wineries of the Temecula Valley invite you to enjoy the irresistible charm of our friendly tasting rooms and savor the hundreds of award-winning wines offered by over 30 member wineries. These passionate souls open their winery doors daily to greet wine lovers old and new, from near and far, for wine tasting, wine tours and private groups.

The Temecula Valley is a veritable paradise encompassing an area that includes over 35,000 acres of rolling hills and vineyards. We are centrally located and within an hours drive from San Diego, Orange County or the Palm Springs area. Each of our family owned wineries are easily accessible and situated just close enough in proximity to one another to make your wine country tour a breeze.

Pechanga Resort and Casino

Whether you’re a first-time casino goer or love to experience the excitement of 24-hour casino action, Pechanga Resort Casino is your place. It’s time to see for yourself why Newsweek readers voted it the Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas.

One of the largest casinos in the country, Pechanga offers 200,000 square feet of gaming space. You’ll find 5,500 state of the art slot machines, 152 table games, a High Limit Gaming Salon and private gaming rooms.

Take a stroll over to the Round Bar, Corner Bar or the elegant yet approachable Great Oak Steakhouse for a specialty cocktail, appetizer and a meal to remember. Catch a show with headline entertainment and get pampered at the premier Spa Pechanga.

Everywhere you turn, you’ll see the best selection of slots – from classic favorites to the newest games. Discover themed reels, keno and video poker machines while enjoying the convenience of our easy ticketing system, plus plenty of redemption kiosks.

No matter your game of choice, Pechanga Resort Casino has everything you need to play your perfect combination and win big.

Visit Temecula Valley

Visit Temecula Valley is a resource to find what there is to do, where to dine, and places to stay within the Temecula Valley. Temecula consists of three main attractions: Temecula Valley Wine Country, Old Town Temecula, and Pechanga Resort Casino. All are within minutes from each other.

• Temecula Valley Wine Country is seven miles from the airport, about a 15-minute drive.
• Old Town Temecula is also seven miles and about a 20-minute drive.
• Pechanga Resort Casino is just under 11 miles and about a 25-minute drive.

Temecula Valley Wine Country consists of about 50 wineries, several with accommodations, dining, and live entertainment. There are also plenty of luxurious vacation rentals minutes from the wineries.

Old Town Temecula started developing in the late 1800s. Restaurants and retail shops are all small, locally owned businesses. In this 12-block area, you can find great dining options, locally made products, museums, entertainment venues, City Hall, and two parks.

Pechanga Resort Casino is one of the largest casinos in the country. Pechanga offers 200,000 square feet of gaming space. In addition, there are 11 restaurants, a 4.5-acre pool complex, a luxury spa, and a championship golf course.

Where to Stay

There are several options of where to stay in Temecula Valley. Places to stay in Temecula Valley Wine Country are winery resorts, inns, and vacation rentals. Other resorts can be found at Pechanga Resort Casino and Temecula Creek Inn. Other hotels can be found in or near Old Town Temecula and in Uptown.

For more information on any of these attractions, where to stay, events, and other things to do, go to VisitTemeculaValley.com.

Local Hotels

South Coast Winery

This Temecula Valley, California, destination combines working winery with luxurious sanctuary, adding a new dimension to an increasingly popular wine country. The intimate resort offers Southern California residents a very drivable getaway. It's also easily accessible from the San Diego, Los Angeles and Ontario airports and central to the region's many attractions. And the guest experience here? Peaceful walks through the vines, winery tours and tastings, gourmet food paired with award-winning wines, vineyard views from a villa terrace with the highest standards of service. A slightly romanticized version of the vintner lifestyle. Just the way founder/proprietor Jim Carter originally pictured it.

Quality Inn Temecula

The Quality Inn® Wine Country hotel is centrally located between San Diego and Orange County. This Temecula, CA hotel is close to Interstate 15, the Pechanga Casino and Pala Casino. Visit historic Old Town Temecula which has over 640 antique and specialty shops, boutiques and art galleries. Guests can enjoy a horse drawn carriage or stroll through the wooden boardwalks. Old Town Temecula is the site of many special events including the Farmer's Market, car shows, semi-annual Rod Runs, Western Days and summer weekend entertainment.

Pechanga Resort and Casino

Embassy Suites Temecula

All suites have a private bedroom and living area, with a couch that pulls out to a double bed. In the bedroom the guest has a choice of a King bed or 2 Double beds (based on availability). Amenities include coffee maker, mini refridgerator, microwave, 2 line telephones with voicemail, high-speed Internet, and 2 remote controlled televisions with cable in in room movies. Complimentary morning newspaper M-F, AM-FM alarm clock radio, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, in a well-lit dining/work table.

La Quinta Inn & Suites Temecula

Located just two miles from Old Town Temecula, the all-new La Quinta Inn & Suites Temecula is surrounded by antique shops, golf courses, wineries, and just about the half point between Los Angeles and San Diego. Seal the deal in our large meeting room, stay connected in our full business center, take a refreshing swim in outdoor heated outdoor pool, work out in the on-site fitness center; and let our Jacuzzi relax you. It's all here at the La Quinta Inn & Suites Temecula. Unwind in your spacious guest room where you will find amenities like a 32-inch flat screen TV, microwave, refrigerator, iron w/ironing board, free high speed Internet access (wired and wireless), and much more! Wake up each morning to a Free Bright Side BreakfastTM and enjoy fresh brewed coffee 24-hours a day.