Fire pit at Paradise Point
A fire pit at Paradise Point. Courtesy of the resort

The landmark, 56-year-old Paradise Point Resort & Spa on Mission Bay is planning a $24 million renovation that will be completed in 2019.

The resort’s 462 California bungalow-style guestrooms will get new tile floors and quartz surfaces, updated bathrooms with walk-in showers, new coastal decor furnishings and the latest technology from USB ports to 60-inch high-definition televisions.

“It’s the same Paradise Point, but chicer, more modern and family-centric with comfortable floor plans that embrace our laid-back lifestyle,” said Lindsey Amador, director of sales & marketing. “The designers have captured a vacation vibe that is the essence of everything we do here.”

The resort’s mid-century modern exterior will also get a refresher.

What won’t change are Paradise Point’s 14 beach fire pits and its activities including sailing lessons, a marina, paddle boarding, mini-golf and the Paradise Surf Academy.

The resort, developed by Hollywood producer Jack Skirball for film industry executives and their familes, opened in 1962.

Chris Jennewein is founder and senior editor of Times of San Diego.