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Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea resorts

Terrace/patio
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,318 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful "
United States
Deveone
Lakehouse Resort
5 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,369 reviews)
"Great facility and amenities. We look forward to taking our family back again. "
United States
Andy
The price is ￥16,261
￥27,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,335 reviews)
"Great place for our family getaway! Loved the S’mores on the beach! "
United States
Dani
The price is ￥24,036
￥35,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,843 reviews)
"Front desk was very helpful when checking in "
United States
Kimberly
The price is ￥24,044
￥36,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Bahia Resort Hotel
Exterior
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
4.0 star property
Del Mar Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was clean and the front desk was very nice. "
United States
amy
The price is ￥18,531
￥21,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
Property amenity
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,124 reviews)
"Great location! Wonderful staff, clean facilities, lots to do."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ￥25,388
￥37,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Catamaran Resort and Spa
Couples treatment rooms, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn
4.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Spacious rooms and warm hospitality makes for a great visit!"
United States
Rishi
The price is ￥41,731
￥54,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Beach/ocean view
La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club

La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club

La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club
4.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (494 reviews)
"Excellent staff. "
United States
Sung-Jae
La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club
Fitness facility
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Rancho Santa Fe
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"It was a perfect get away for our anniversary!"
United States
Sam
The price is ￥164,991
￥190,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
Exterior
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
5.0 star property
Aviara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Overcharged me $1500 for bathroom bottles which I didn’t take. Called front desk but they refused to fix it. That’s ridiculous. Try your best to avoid this horrible place. "
United States
Yang
The price is ￥64,317
￥84,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
One Bedroom King Suite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (236 reviews)
"Service made this rating a four. Resort and room were outstanding "
United States
Sanja
The price is ￥69,311
￥87,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
8 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
4.0 star property
La Costa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The most restful stress free vacation our family has ever had. "
United States
Gabriel
The price is ￥43,438
￥57,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
A heated pool
Executive Villa 2 BR/ 2BA at La Costa Resort & Spa

Executive Villa 2 BR/ 2BA at La Costa Resort & Spa

Executive Villa 2 BR/ 2BA at La Costa Resort & Spa
La Costa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Thank you for a wonderful stay. Rooms were clean, easy check in, great communication. "
United States
Bryan Y.
The price is ￥99,274
￥161,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Executive Villa 2 BR/ 2BA at La Costa Resort & Spa
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), sun loungers
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
4.0 star property
Torrey Pines
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay to play Torrey pines!"
United States
Alberto
The price is ￥23,894
￥33,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
South Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was great. Highly recommended staying there. "
United States
Jeff
The price is ￥28,351
￥38,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent service by Larysa!"
Ilyas 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

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Cardiff-by-the-Sea Resorts information

Number of reviews
14,857
Accommodation
133 Resorts
Lowest Price
￥21,079
Highest Price
￥190,364

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a resort vacation in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
You deserve some time off, and a resort is just the place to find all the services and amenities you need for a relaxing time in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. One of the comfortable resorts in the surrounding area might be just what you're searching for, whether you want an amazing pool, shopping possibilities, or fun activities to try.
What's the best resort for my stay in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Here are our top-rated resorts near Cardiff-by-the-Sea: Catamaran Resort and Spa - Beach resort, 5-minute walk from Mission Beach. 16 mi (25.8 km) from Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Features 2 bars, a full-service spa, and a health club. Highly rated for its great location. Paradise Point Resort & Spa - Beach resort. 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Has 5 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars. Highly rated for its pool. Bahia Resort Hotel - Beach resort, 10-minute walk from Mission Beach. 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Guests love the pool. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, fitness center, and free beach cabanas. Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines - Golf resort, 5-minute walk from Torrey Pines Golf Course. 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amenities include a fitness center, a terrace, and pool loungers. Highly rated for its great location. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa - Luxury resort. 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Guests love the pool. Access to a full-service spa, a 24-hour fitness center, and beach sun loungers.
What can I do in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Travelers love exploring the beaches in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, and say that there are lots of great restaurants here. For some time by the water, you can head to Cardiff State Beach and San Elijo State Beach. Other top attractions in the area include LEGOLAND® California and Mission Bay.
What's the seasonal weather like in Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 13 inches.
What's the best way to get to and around Cardiff-by-the-Sea?
Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 7.2 mi (11.7 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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