La Costa Travel Guide

Carlsbad
La Costa
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Photo by Robin Chittick
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Photo by Lisa Ann Brlas

Popular places to visit

Legoland California featuring rides

LEGOLAND® California

3.5/5(5 reviews)

The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.

LEGOLAND® California
Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad State Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Carlsbad State Beach
South Carlsbad State Beach

South Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

South Carlsbad State Beach
Tamarack Beach

Tamarack Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

La Costa Golf Courses - North and South

Play a round of golf in Carlsbad at La Costa Golf Courses - North and South, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

La Costa Golf Courses - North and South

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

4/5(17 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your trip to Carlsbad. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

฿2,693
per traveller
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Carlsbad Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)

฿579
per traveller
Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)
Carlsbad Food Tours

Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting

฿2,659
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

฿1,432
per adult
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,943
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Dolphin & Whale Watching

Dolphin & Whale Watching

฿2,557
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching
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Top hotels in La Costa

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
4 out of 5
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿10,052 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
฿10,052
฿13,124 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Gorgeous 500 acre property with manicured lawns and flower gardens. Large room, nice restaurant and bar, extremely friendly staff, some facilities a little dated but my room renovated."

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2024

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 out of 5
7830 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA
The price is ฿4,573 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
฿4,573
฿5,145 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,386 reviews)
The great stay.
"The manager on duty and staff were excellent. We stayed at hotel for a wedding and the accommodated is very well."

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2024

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is ฿4,907 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
฿4,907
฿5,538 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,522 reviews)
"The staffs are all friendly. Nice place to stay!"

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
California Suites Hotel
California Suites Hotel
2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿3,684 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
฿3,684
฿4,145 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,698 reviews)
"Was more than adequate for what I needed for my stay. Easy to get to with plenty of eating options near by."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

California Suites Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
3.5 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿5,182 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
฿5,182
฿5,839 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,306 reviews)
"Very quite"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3 out of 5
10044 Pacific Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿4,626 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
฿4,626
฿5,214 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great room, excellent condition. Friendly staff. Coin laundry."

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2024

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
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Other neighbourhoods around La Costa

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Rancho Ponderosa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rancho Ponderosa and surrounding area, you can visit San Diego Botanic Garden and Encinitas Ranch Golf Course.

Rancho Ponderosa
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La Costa Oaks South

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Costa Oaks South and surrounding area, you can visit Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and San Diego Botanic Garden.

La Costa Oaks South
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Bressi Ranch

While Bressi Ranch may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and LEGOLAND® California.

Bressi Ranch
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Aviara

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Poinsettia Park and Batiquitos Lagoon are top sights worth seeing.

Aviara
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Spinnaker Hill

While Spinnaker Hill isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Spinnaker Hill
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South Beach

If you're spending some time in South Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach and North Ponto Beach are top sights worth seeing.

South Beach

La Costa Travel Guide