May 13, 2025
After years of planning and construction, it is time. Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center will debut along the Chula Vista Bayfront on Thursday, May 15.
Let’s dive into what to expect at the stunning, $1.3 billion resort that is poised to spur tourism, economic growth, and further development in San Diego’s South Bay.
Splish, splash — one of the resort’s eye-catching features is its 4.25-acre outdoor water park with multiple pools overlooking the bay. The area includes a big water playground with water slides and a lazy river, wave pool, surf simulator, lounge chairs, private cabanas, and two pool bars. Summer staycation, anyone?
Led by Marriott veteran Chef Jakob Esko, Gaylord Pacific will feature 12 dining options from fast-casual to fancy. This includes the Growlers Sports Bar & Taproom with its 75-ft screen, Old Hickory Steakhouse for “refined surf & turf,” and Oeste, an atrium bar with a premium selection of tequilas, craft cocktails, and local craft beers.
Look for these other restaurants, too:
A resort this big is going to need a lot of helping hands. Gaylord Pacific Resort is currently hiring for hundreds of positions, including estheticians, servers, bellpersons, front desk managers, and housekeeping aids.
The resort will host in-person job fairs at Southwestern College’s Learning Resource Center and Library on Friday, March 7-Saturday, March 8 and Friday, March 14-Sunday, March 16, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Pro tip: Apply here prior to attending.
As the opening ramps up, we’ll keep an eye on the Chula Vista Bayfront — and with this towering addition, you really can’t miss the area anymore.
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