La Costa Travel Guide

Carlsbad

A Panoramic Drone UAV view of the Carlsbad State Beach, California, on a Beautiful Day
A Panoramic Drone UAV view of the Carlsbad State Beach, California, on a Beautiful Day
Suburbia - Houses in a large tract in La Costa, California, USA
A beautiful resort in Northern San Diego.
Evening ambiance at The Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, CA.

Popular places to visit

Legoland California featuring rides

LEGOLAND® California

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

LEGOLAND® California
A Panoramic Aerial UAV Drone View of Carlsbad State Beach, California, in the Morning

Carlsbad State Beach

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
Ranunculus field

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Flower Fields of Carlsbad
Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs

South Carlsbad State Beach

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

South Carlsbad State Beach
Rode bikes from a bike shop in Carlsbad to this spot! Absolutely gorgeous!

Tamarack Beach

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

Tamarack Beach
a gorgeous aerial shot of the blue lagoon waters surrounded by lush green trees and plants with blue sky, powerful clouds and a rainbow at Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad California USA

Carlsbad Lagoon

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carlsbad.

Carlsbad Lagoon

Things to do

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

฿373
per traveller
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

฿237
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental

Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental

฿622
per adult
Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

฿1,252
per adult
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr

Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr

฿3,418
per adult
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals

Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals

฿777
per adult
Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals
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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
The price is ฿7,805 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
฿7,805
฿10,444 total
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,075 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿4,075
฿4,643 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,010 reviews)
Very chill

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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 ฿5,341 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
฿5,341
฿6,144 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,246 reviews)
it was nice and the staff were genuine and warm

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,296 reviews)
nice., quiet, clean and good rates

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

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The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

4 out of 5
101 Mission Ave Oceanside CA
The price is ฿7,380 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿7,380
฿10,239 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (713 reviews)
Great hotel. Attention to detail. Clean.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
The price is ฿3,996 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
฿3,996
฿5,507 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,578 reviews)
Environment & Scenery was quiet, clean & relaxing.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
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Other neighbourhoods around La Costa

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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 La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.

La Costa Oaks South
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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 La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Moonlight State Beach.

Rancho Ponderosa
Carlsbad village, California

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
aerial shot of a gorgeous summer landscape at Batiquitos Lagoon with blue waters, lush green trees and blue sky background with clouds in Carlsbad California USA

Aviara

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center 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 Batiquitos Lagoon are some notable places to visit nearby.

Spinnaker Hill
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Poinsettia

While Poinsettia may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and Batiquitos Lagoon.

Poinsettia

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