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    Grand Pacific Palisades

    2.9 (529 reviews)
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    Kids splash pad located right next to the family pool.
    Vanessa R.

    Enjoyed a one night stay with the kids. The one bedroom suite was perfect for our family of 4. Our room included a kitchen (w stove, oven, full fridge, microwave and cookware), dining table, pull out couch and patio. Located near the fun activities- family pool, playground, activity room, game room and fitness center. I would love to come back when the Carlsbad Flower Fields are in full bloom since the resort sits right above the fields. The views must be amazing!

    Living room
    Chris S.

    The room is huge and we needed it to be as we're traveling with our grandkids. There is a full size bed and two twin beds with a full size fridge and a kitchen area. This room would work well for either a long time stay or a family who wants to cook for their family. The only problem we had was the elevator was broken which means you have to drag your luggage up flights of stairs. It was clean and close to our destination of Carlsbad. We would stay here again. We would request a ground floor room if the elevator was not working.

    The spacious living room in our condo!
    Kathleen T.

    An awesome Girl's night at the Grand Pacific Palisades! The minute we walked in your staff made us feel like VIPS! Thank you for hiring Rose, Joy, Lauren, Ty (the concierge) and the rest of your team-they started our trip off with the warmest welcome ever! We booked the 2 bdr. condo-it was huge and beautiful for all six of us girls! The hotel is gorgeous and there are so many pools. If you're looking for a staycation or a birthday celebration the Grand Pacific Palisades is the perfect try resort!

    Marshmallow over fire
    Michelle T.

    Enjoyed my time here with my friends and family! The quiet pool was nice and the views were great. I recommend visiting during the flower fields season so you can enjoy a pretty view. The place was easy to navigate and room was clean. You can buy a s'mores kit from the lobby for $3 to enjoy the fire pits.

    Skid marks
    Eddie C.

    We are new to the HGVC, and this was our first booking. I am extremely disappointed in this place. First, the staff are very friendly and accommodating. Now for the bad news. On our last day, we noticed bugs in our kitchen. When I turned on the lights they all scattered. I managed to kill one and took a photo. I then noticed spider webs and spiders in corners of kitchen. I brought this up to front desk and they accommodated with food vouchers and said they would put points back on my time share. Again on the last night stay, this time it was in the evening, we noticed rodent droppings in our bed and "skid" marks on the sheets. I don't sleep naked, nor does my wife, so I know it wasn't us. I again told front desk and they switched us rooms. I'm writing this review on our last night, we will see if they contact us.

    Lobby of Grand Pacific Palisades.

    This place is a very nice timeshare. Beautiful grounds, pools, and BbQ areas. Great place for kids and adults. Legoland is literally across the street. Close to downtown Carlsbad Village,about 3 1/2 miles. There pools are very lovely, evensime with Cabanas. Rooms are nicely decorated and very large. Ourshad an Oceanview which was amazing.

    Winter W.

    Came here to leave a positive review. Stayed here with my husband, my two daughters and my mother in law. This place is so awesome all the amenities for the kids alone was such a perk. The building was beautiful. Literally 2 minute walk from Legoland. Came to mention a few people Ryan, Janet, Evan, Tom and Joy who really stood out to my mother in law. She was running around like a chicken with her head cut off hassling people (I'm sure some people will remember lol) and she was just extremely please with these people and how accommodating and kind they were. We really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend

    Pool
    Maureen J.

    Nice place to go to for 4th of July fireworks because you can find a view of Legoland fireworks around 8:45pm. The two bedroom suites are nice and spacious! The pool has a cute little water park. Great place to stay with the family!

    Playground
    Monica H.

    This resort has all the amenities of 4-5 star hotel but it fails to perfect or focus on the details. The hotel overall is on the nicer end. It's in a prime location for those visiting Legoland, Carlsbad beaches, flower fields/outlets or all the above. I stayed in a 2-BR suite and it was well stocked with plates, cups, silverware, and all other kitchen essentials. The beds were made and the surfaces seemed clean. However, I could tell the room was kind of falling apart. For example, every door handle has some issue where you can only successfully open the door by either turning up or down... The hard floors were also lifting in certain areas which is not a big deal but still an eyesore. I will say though that the furniture was in great shape. Every shower also came stocked with 12oz bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. I assumed there would be housekeeping every day but it's actually on Tuesdays and Thursdays only so just FYI to those staying the weekend. I'm sure you can request it if needed though. They offer a ton of amenities like free parking (included in resort fee), two pools, activity room for kids, playground, splash pass for young kids. All these look nice in pics but we're a bit dingy in real life. The playground was definitely showing signs of wear/tear and fading. The splash pad had a bunch of debris from leaves which was odd because the hanging trees had no leaves on them. There was also a bandaid in the middle of the splash pad which was really gross. We checked out the activity center which was really just a TV room with books. I think there are scheduled activities for kids but we didn't partake. The redeeming qualities at this resort include: breathtaking views of the flower fields and the ocean (if you are in a coastal room), close proximity to outlets, walking distance to Legoland and Karl Strauss. These are the reasons we will definitely be coming back!! Oh btw If you are hoping for early check in or late check out, don't count on it. My guess is they are understaffed. Still, the staff I did interact with was extremely cordial and helpful.

    Naveen W.

    Loved this hidden gem that I didn't knew about. The rooms were very spacious and quite clean except the carpets in the rooms besides that they had most of the supplies in the kitchen.. it is a very beautiful property and very family friendly and super close to Lego land. They had kids and family activities and so much to do. We had a great time. Will be definitely recommending to friends and family.

    beautiful walk around
    Heliana M.

    What a great place this was. My sis and family was staying at one of their 2 bedrooms. Very very spacious inside, with living room and a nice fully functional kitchen which they used for cooking! The property is gorgeous. There is a very long track for walking overlooking the field where they used to grow flowers (didn't see any this time) and the ocean. There are many sections for pools - lanes, adults, family etc the family pool is a lot of fun for the kiddos - lots of water play fun! We spend every morning here and kids loved it.They also have a very cute playground right outside the pool on the grass. Clean bathrooms close to the pool and table tennis and some other games. Lots to be busy with! The brewery right outside the hotel is a gem of a location - great place for lunch or dinner (gets busy at dinner time). Food is spectacular, had a lot of amazing meals and tried most things on the menu and they are all very good and great portions! The resort is expensive but if ur sharing a 2 bedroom with another couple then totally worth it! Book in advance as they get sold out fast since it's super close to LegoLand. They have a lovely bar with bar food too!

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    Ask the Community - Grand Pacific Palisades

    Is there a bar at the family pool?

    Nope.

    Do they have EV charging stations?

    Is the pool open 24/7? And is dining only open on the weekends?

    No the pool is only open from 8am-9pm

    Do they charge for parking or is it included when you book a room?

    The "resort fee" is $20/night and it "includes parking."

    Do the 2 bedrooms each have a bathroom?

    Yes! The unit we had, had a private restroom in the master bedroom and then a central bathroom accessible through the 2nd bedroom or living room, very spacious!

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    Review Highlights - Grand Pacific Palisades

    “We stayed here last weekend to go to Legoland, it was our first time and didn't know what to expect.”

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    Park Hyatt Aviara

    Park Hyatt Aviara

    4.2(640 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    We stayed at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort last week to try Ponto Lago for restaurant week. The resort…read moreis stunning and staff is very hospitable and welcoming. The front desk welcomes you and goes over the layout of the resort very well as it's very big! They also offered a golf cart tour. The amenities are great and the restaurant Ponto Lago was amazing. They have a 4 course dining options for $60 during restaurant week. I highly recommend recommend visiting the Resort and restaurant as its worth the visit!

    On May 15, 2026, what should have been a relaxing dinner at Ember & Rye at Park Hyatt Aviara became…read morean incredibly upsetting experience. My husband had just finished working six consecutive shifts at the fire department, and we were simply looking forward to a nice evening together. As we entered the parking lot, two men in a golf cart crossed in front of our vehicle. My husband honked, and there was later a brief verbal exchange about what had happened. There were no threats or physical confrontation from us, and we believed the matter was over. Later, while we were still seated at our dinner table, a woman we had never met approached us and began questioning us about the parking-lot interaction. She told us that she and her husband were club members, repeatedly referenced their membership, said she had never seen us there before, and told us she "didn't want any problems in the future." I cannot speak to what she intended, but the encounter made both of us feel intimidated, unwelcome, and extremely uncomfortable. We later learned that an Aviara Country Club member event was being held at the restaurant that evening. After dinner, we discovered that our vehicle had been extensively damaged while parked on the property. Carlsbad Police investigated, and surveillance footage from the property documented what occurred. An individual associated with the earlier parking-lot encounter became the alleged suspect during the investigation. Our vehicle ultimately sustained nearly $15,000 in repair costs. I am intentionally not identifying anyone or making any statement about guilt. I am simply describing what my husband and I experienced that evening. What has disappointed us most is Park Hyatt Aviara's response afterward. I personally contacted hotel management and was told that Hyatt was cooperating with police, which we appreciated. We were also told that someone from Aviara Golf Club management would contact us to discuss what happened. That call never came. I understand that a hotel cannot control the actions of every person on its property, and I am not assigning legal responsibility to Hyatt. My concern is how we were treated as guests after such a serious and disturbing experience. We experienced an uncomfortable confrontation during dinner, left to discover nearly $15,000 in damage to our vehicle, and had to involve law enforcement. Yet we never felt the level of concern, communication, or follow-through we expected from a five-star property. That is what has been most disappointing. We chose Park Hyatt Aviara because we expected exceptional hospitality and guest care consistent with the Park Hyatt name. Instead, we left feeling uncomfortable, unsupported, and profoundly disappointed. I sincerely hope Park Hyatt Aviara considers how guests are cared for when something goes seriously wrong during their visit.

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    Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

    Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

    3.2(1.4k reviews)
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    We live nearby, but Omni La Costa has become our favorite place for a staycation whenever we're…read morecelebrating with family or a big group of friends. One of the biggest reasons we keep coming back is Scott, the front desk manager. Scott has helped our family over the years and always goes above and beyond. We celebrated a family member's birthday this past weekend and had a few special requests when booking our room. He was so kind and thoughtful in accommodating us, and he helped make the whole weekend feel special. Scott truly represents the hospitality we've come to love at Omni La Costa. We wanted to recognize him and say a big thank you for helping make this celebration so wonderful!

    I've stayed at Omni La Costa several times and have always had a wonderful experience, which is why…read morethis stay was so disappointing. I checked in on a Tuesday after Memorial Day. My first room was adorable. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and I love the unique layout of the rooms. I also enjoyed the pool, complimentary member drinks, and the overall property. That first evening I called for a wine opener and was told someone would bring one up, but nobody ever came. I eventually went downstairs to get one myself. Not a huge deal, but unfortunately it became the first of several instances where I was told someone would follow up and nobody did. The next day was great. I enjoyed the pool and a fitness class and had an amazing bartender. I was having such a good time that I decided to extend my stay another night. That's when everything went downhill. My new room was EXTREMELY hot. Maintenance came up and said it was 78 degrees and that there appeared to be an HVAC issue. After waiting around 40 minutes I ended up sitting in my car because the room was so uncomfortable. The front desk moved me to another room and told me a manager would call regarding compensation. Nobody called. Later that evening I returned to find the replacement room incredibly hot as well. It honestly felt cooler outside. I was told they would send somebody right up to get me moved again. Thirty minutes later, still no one. At this point it was around 10:30 PM, I had already switched rooms once, and I wasn't willing to pack everything up and move into a THIRD room with no guarantee the AC would work that late at night. I decided to check out and find another hotel. Unfortunately, the evening manager made the situation even worse. Instead of being understanding, he was rude and dismissive and pointed out that I had previously agreed to switch rooms. Yes, I agreed before waiting over 30 minutes with no one having shown up. I was told they would check me out and a manager would contact me regarding a refund. Nobody did. I called the next day and was again told someone would call me back. Nobody did. I finally called again the following day and reached someone who resolved the situation. Initially, I was only offered a waived resort fee, which I found unreasonable considering I paid nearly $500 for a room without functioning AC, moved rooms once, and ultimately had to leave late at night and pay for another hotel. After several calls the issue was finally resolved, which I appreciated, but it should not have taken that much effort. It's frustrating because there is so much I genuinely love about Omni La Costa. The property is beautiful, the beds are comfortable, the adults only pool is fantastic, and they offer tons of activities and fitness classes. I've stayed here multiple times because I enjoy the resort. Unfortunately, the customer service during this stay was seriously lacking. Between the HVAC issues, lack of follow through, repeated promises of callbacks that never happened, and the attitude of the evening manager, the experience left a really bad taste in my mouth. I still think it's a beautiful resort, and most of my previous stays have been wonderful, but this particular stay was extremely disappointing.

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    Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa - Winter Sunset at Cape Rey Resort Pool

    Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa

    3.5(516 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    •$$$

    Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton property, delivered a good experience for my recent 4-night stay…read more To be clear, this is a very casual, low-rise hotel, sitting directly across the street from the ocean. As a result, the weather is milder than inland and the vibe feels comfortable and beach-y, not stuffy. Night one I slept in a room with partially frosted windows to block the site of the rooftop housing a plethora of air conditioning units. Unfortunately, even if I couldn't see them, I heard them all night and in the morning was able to move to a different room for the duration of my stay. (Had a different room not been available this review would look a lot different). The hotel has a nice (not fancy) pool and jacuzzi with ample chaise lounges and a bit less ample umbrellas. Pool toys are available for use making the place kid-friendly. Food and drinks can be ordered poolside but there's also an on-site restaurant, Chandler's which I didn't much care for. Guests here can use bicycles free of charge and also make use of a free shuttle that takes you to and from a nearby beach (South Ponto) where chaise lounges and towels are set up and ready for your use. South Ponto Beach isn't Carlsbad's nicest beach, but it's a nice touch, being able to enjoy it from a chaise lounge on a small bluff. Valet parking is available or you can self-park for $40/day (reduced somewhat if you're a Hilton Honors member). This might be my biggest complaint of all; the nonsense of having to pay any parking fee for a hotel outside the center of a city irks me to no end and even at a discount rate, this one did. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach was a convenient location for driving to central Carlsbad, Encinitas, and even the San Diego Zoo. It wasn't fancy but it was clean and comfortable. I'd have no problem staying here again but only if I could again secure a room away from the rooftop ACs.

    Staff were friendly, including valet (seriously only good part of our stay)…read more Rooms are so outdated, carpets so old looking. Hotel and restaurant staff not on the same page as far as room service goes. Regarding the -chandlers restaurant, that's supposed to be fine dining had the smelliest tuna appetizer, and salmon, yuck. We even ordered an early dinner by 4:45 pm and the fish looked so old! Ugh. We ordered a bunch of food from there that got delivered to our room. Afterwards I informed them to please pick up the dishes (we ordered a lot of stinky fish stuff, and the trays were so big we couldn't put outside our door) staff never came! Had to sleep in a stinky fishy room. Also, The freakin AC in our room was rattling so loud we could hardly sleep! I wish I could attach the video, they must of received complaints on this before us? that crap was so loud and annoying. Ice machine on our floor didn't work, so we had to get the elevator and go to the other floor every time we needed ice. Front desk staff not on the same page. Make sure you record any convo because nobody knows what the other persons talking about apparently.

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    Alila Marea Beach - Guest Room

    Alila Marea Beach

    3.7(241 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    Book this beautiful resort via Amex site…read more Located in Encinitas by coast hey 101. 30miles from San Diego. The hotel is sort of the middle of nowhere. The point is for relax and enjoy. Parking: Valet only $60 overnight Concierge and receptionist table is very simple and 1 person helping only, she is Super duper sweet and helpful. She checked us in, and since we booked via Amex, we received complimentary: - Suite upgrades - early check in - guarantee 4pm check out - daily breakfast for 2 - In room wifi - and $150 resort credit apply for restaurant, spa etc. This place has a e-bike, paddle board an surf board for guests to use anytime complimentary. If you happened to stay in 2nd floor, which they only have 3 floors, where Vaga restaurant is, to find your room is kinda tricky. Look at the signage and the room are through the double door, on your left when you face the restaurant. It requires your keycard access to enter through the double door. The room is so relaxing,the vibe is comforting. It has complimentary coffee, nespresso tea and bottle water. You can ask for more water at concierge. Look at the real life I believe eucalyptus stem on top of the shower head, love it. There's also a gym and spa in 1st floor, also access to beach. We asked for recommended restaurant around the area, she gave a 4 pages list of restaurant and little shops 2nd floor - has venue area with spacious gathering area and balcony overlooking the beach. Evening: you can enjoy cocktails on VAGA restaurant overlooking the beach with outdoor fireplace and patio. Fyi: the room has thin walls. We can hear ppl talking, walking, running on hall way every moment. So on our final bill: They comp all our daily breakfast including tips and room service delivery. They automatically deduct $150 resort credit regardless you spend under. It will apply to any other fees. Like it because they don't Knicks pick every single expenses, that shows their reputation and their hotel guests matter over little charges. Overall, love this place. Will definitely come back. Highly recommended.

    My wife and I recently took a trip to San Diego, and for one night, we stayed at the Alila Maria…read moreBeach Resort Encinitas. While we loved the resort room we were assigned, the water and the sunset, and the VAGA restaurant, we had some challenges with checking in that impacted our stay and made us question whether it was worth our visit. As a Hyatt Globalist, I took advantage of a Suite Upgrade Award in advance to get upgraded to a one-bedroom suite with a nice balcony. Also, as we were needing to depart first thing in the morning, we only had the day of arrival to enjoy the resort, so we also requested an early check-in, which we were told would likely be able to be offered (when we called 24 hours in advance). We requested a noon check-in as we made the reservation using American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts, which offered this as a benefit based on availability. Not only were we not offered an early check-in of noon, the room was not available until 4 PM. As such, we ended up being unable to use the resort amenities as we had dinner reservations and then after watching the sunset, had a low-key evening after it was dark out. When we finally got keys to our room, which was a long walk from the front desk, our keys were not even programmed correctly. We were glad that some staff found us in front of our room unsuccessfully trying to get in. They went to the front desk for us to exchange our room keys with ones that worked. The suite itself was wonderful with a nice living room and a spacious bathroom and bedroom. It had a lovely balcony that we watched the sunset on. It was also near the pool and easy viewing of the water and area. Also, we received four chocolate truffles as guests within the American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts program. While we were also celebrating a birthday, Alila Marea Beach Resort doesn't provide additional amenities for the occasion; however, they acknowledged the birthday at check-in, and during our dinner reservation at VAGA Restaurant, they did provide a birthday dessert. We absolutely loved the VAGA Restaurant and the manager and staff there along with the delicious food and drinks. I wrote a separate 5-star review for the VAGA Restaurant on Yelp. We booked a Fine Hotels + Resorts offer that included early (noon) check-in when available and late (4 PM) checkout guaranteed, room upgrade when available, daily breakfast, $150 credit which we used for a nice dinner, and welcome amenity. We were unable to receive an upgrade the day of our arrival nor an early check-in, and we were unable to take advantage of the late check-out. Thanks to my Hyatt Globalist benefits, complimentary breakfast and other benefits like complimentary dishes at VAGA for dinner and breakfast, the breakfast from Fine Hotel & Resorts was not needed. The Globalist access also waived the $55 daily resort fee, which included 2 welcome beverages, 2 water bottles, access to the fitness center, beach access with chairs, umbrella, and towels, a weekly sound bath experience (not while we were there), and local transportation within 3 miles of property. Again, if we only could have enjoyed some of the resort's amenities, this would have included so many ways to spend our time. All in all, this seemed like a wonderful resort, though my wife and I were unable to experience that. I would strongly advise anyone planning to go to Alila Maria Beach Resort for only one night to find another hotel to stay at. On the other hand, if you plan a full weekend or several days, it sounds like this resort could offer a lot. We simply didn't feel it was a place for a "special occasion" or that we were valued as customers, even as Hyatt Globalists and AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts customers.

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    4.2(331 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    •$$$

    Overall, we had a nice stay, but there were definitely some areas that need improvement…read more The positives first: check-in was quick and easy, the room was spacious, and I really appreciated that there was no carpet. We appreciated the complementary breakfast. The towels and bedding were clean, and the hotel staff kept providing fresh, clean towels throughout the day, which was a nice touch. The beach attendants were friendly, the hotel provides sand toys for kids, and we really enjoyed the live music in the evenings. The location is excellent and made it easy to enjoy the beach. Unfortunately, the cleanliness of our room upon arrival was disappointing. The toilet seat had what appeared to be blood or feces on it, there was urine around the base of the toilet, which made it seem like the bathroom floor hadn't even been mopped, and there were crumbs and bits of food, along with a few dead bugs, around the beds. Thankfully, I had hand sanitizer with me and cleaned the bathroom before my children used it. A few other things to note: the balcony door was difficult to open, there was no screen door, and the complimentary beach chairs are quite small and may not be comfortable for larger adults. The sheets also seemed too small for the mattresses and kept coming off the corners during the night, which made sleeping less comfortable, no mattress covers. The beach itself is beautiful but fairly small, so it becomes crowded quickly. One suggestion for future guests: please rinse the sand off before you are getting into the pool, I witnessed people rinsing off im the pool after beach then after 2-3 minutes they came out and went upstairs. The pool is not a shower and the sand on the bottom of the pool hurt. Also, once you're finished using the beach loungers, remove your towels instead of leaving them behind. It was difficult to tell which chairs were actually occupied and which were available because many loungers had towels left on them. Overall, this hotel has a fantastic location and several nice amenities, but better attention to room cleanliness and a few small improvements would make a big difference. * also bring water shoes, the rocks at the beach are very painful*

    Came here for my partner's birthday - he wanted the beach and I found this gem!…read more The room was incredibly spacious and our balcony had a perfect view of the beach and ocean. The bed was so comfy and there was a large sitting area with a TV. We got room service and every food we chose was delicious! We rented chairs and an umbrella for our beach day and we spent so much time on our balcony watching wildlife, surfers, people fishing, the waves. The pool also was heated and so lovely to jump in after a day in the ocean. They had live music around the pool Saturday night! It was walking distance from so many stores and restaurants. We picked up pizza and enjoyed dinner on our balcony, while watching the sunset. It was truly a magical beach getaway!

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    Beach Terrace - Sun Deck views

    Sun Deck views

    Beach Terrace - Choose your own coffee machine and enjoy our complimentary Petit Breakfast from the comfort of your balcony.

    Choose your own coffee machine and enjoy our complimentary Petit Breakfast from the comfort of your balcony.

    Beach Terrace - Adorable

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    Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

    Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

    3.8(158 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Beautiful Resort property near the beach with excellent views of the ocean. Lobby is clean and…read morecomfortable. Staff friendly and hospitable. Many amenities to enjoy from. Did not to stay at this property but came for a HGVC presentation with a very kind and patient staff.

    I have a timeshare here so I'd like to take advantage of the day pass use. I enjoy the adult pool…read moreand Jacuzzi. The views cannot be beat. In terms of this being a resort, they really don't have any amenities for food. They have a small market near the front desk with snacks and a few drink drinks. I really think they need to add a restaurant because there's nothing within walking distance for eating. But since this is a timeshare the units have kitchens and the barbecue is available. However, since I'm here on my day pass, I don't have use of the kitchen and I don't feel like showing up with a bunch of stuff to barbecue. Anyway, there is plenty of seating at the adult pool, offering tables, chairs, and loungers. In the north west corner of the pool area is a semi private space with a table, an umbrella, and some loungers. It's a nice place to gather with friends. The pool here is always very clean. The temperature is good in the pool and in the Jacuzzi. I feel fortunate to be a part of this timeshare. The timeshare was purchased by Hilton so I think anybody can stay here if rooms are available.

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    Carlsbad Seapointe Resort - Lobby

    Lobby

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    Carlsbad Seapointe Resort - Blocked view of the beach

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    Blocked view of the beach

    Lakehouse Resort - Kid pool

    Lakehouse Resort

    3.8(843 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    •$$

    I give this place more of a 3.8. We arrived early Saturday hoping to maybe check in a little early…read morethe very nice young lady at the counter was accommodating but said room wasn't ready but for a $50.00 up charge she will put our room at top of cleaning list with house keeping.. Fantastic let's do that. In the mean time feel free to use the pool, bathroom on the left to change. Went the pool. Two pools, not huge but has a little bar. The pool wasn't crowded but we struggled to find a chair that wasn't reserved with a towel; we spotted 1 empty chair under an umbrell, as we approached a young gentleman grabbed the chair at took it across the pool to the umbrella his family was under. Lol. Okay. We just sat our things on the concrete under the umbrella hoping it wouldn't be long and enjoyed the pool. After checking a couple times and our encounter with the OTHER, older front desk lady; our room was ready at 4. That's check in time. The room was large and pretty nice; we did notice the floors were a bit "damp". The little patio with the chairs and view, very nice. We were able to hear the live music coming from marina bar as we were sitting outside of our room taking in the view. We took out a paddle boat that was complimentary at check in. The lake itself is very nice, pretty peaceful considering it sits smack-dab in the middle of a neighborhood. What makes my review a 3.8 isnt the accommodation. Recommended. Its front desk staff, in particular the second one i mentioned. She should enjoy her job more.

    Lakehouse Resort in San Marcos has an attractive setting and presents itself as a polished resort…read moredestination, so I was disappointed that the condition of the room did not reflect that same level of care. Upon arrival, we noticed chips and debris left on the carpet, which immediately suggested that the room had not been thoroughly vacuumed or properly inspected before check-in. In the bathroom, there was a woman's hair left in the shower, and some of the towels did not appear as fresh and clean as one would expect from a resort-level property. When staying at an upscale hotel or resort, cleanliness should be seamless and unquestionable. Guests should not have to inspect the carpet, shower, or towels and wonder whether the room was fully serviced before their arrival. Those details are fundamental to the overall guest experience. The property itself has many appealing qualities, but the housekeeping shortcomings significantly affected our impression of the stay. At this price point and level of presentation, I expected far greater attention to detail and a stronger quality-control process before rooms are released to guests. With more consistent housekeeping and room inspections, Lakehouse Resort could provide the experience its setting and branding suggest. Unfortunately, our room did not meet that standard.

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    Lakehouse Resort - Island ceremony!

    Island ceremony!

    Lakehouse Resort - Floors dirty and tables dirty

    Floors dirty and tables dirty

    Lakehouse Resort - Make sure to use the fireplace for snores if it's raining

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    Make sure to use the fireplace for snores if it's raining

    Hilton Grand Vacations Club MarBrisa Carlsbad - Pool

    Hilton Grand Vacations Club MarBrisa Carlsbad

    3.1(501 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    •$$$

    We always have a fantastic time here! Service is always very friendly, hospitable, and welcoming…read moreand the resort and amenities are all very clean and nice. Plus, this resort is in a great location where you can walk to Legoland from here if you want to go. Love hanging out in the main pool area with the slide. Lots of Jacuzzis and firepits throughout the resort. Our room was super nice and I loved the electric fireplace and expansive patio; it really set the mood. They do some cool perks/activities too like free popcorn in the lobby or Sunday Ice Cream Social. We enjoyed playing bingo as well. My one note is that the aqua fitness class at 9 am was short (only 30 minutes). We still enjoyed it but I was hoping to get a full one hour workout in and do more aqua aerobics stuff along with the water fitness. I wish the painting classes were done poolside instead of inside a room, but I am sure there's a reason for that. Love our stay here and definitely recommend.

    We come here annually cause my family has a timeshare here and it's usually ok. The rooms are…read morerelatively clean and it's a convenient location. The newer pool area has a water slide. The burgers at the bar there are good. This last time we checked in though, we had major issues with room cleanliness. There were pill and chewing tobacco left in the room, as well as crumbs all over the cabinet, which made us all wonder how well the room was clean. It wouldn't have been a huge deal if it weren't my son's bday and then I basically had to ask for any remedies, which I guess is my own fault cause I didn't know what to ask for. We ended up getting some reward points and some dining credit which ended up not even paying for the whole meal. I guess what I'm trying to say is, they do try and the place is normally a good find but I probably wouldn't shell out money to stay here if I didn't have a timeshare to offset the cost. Though the private entrance to Legoland is a nice plus.

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    Hilton Grand Vacations Club MarBrisa Carlsbad - The Cove Bar and Grill.

    The Cove Bar and Grill.

    Hilton Grand Vacations Club MarBrisa Carlsbad - Fire pit.

    Fire pit.

    Hilton Grand Vacations Club MarBrisa Carlsbad - Pool

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    Grand Pacific Palisades - resorts - Updated September 2026

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