Rancho Ponderosa Travel Guide

Carlsbad

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
Carlsbad State Beach

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
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 seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

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

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

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

฿2,564
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Carlsbad Food Tours

Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting

฿2,889
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting
French Bistro Class in San Diego Includes 4 Course Meal

Elegant French Bistro Class in San Diego (Includes 4-Course Meal)

฿4,836
per adult
Elegant French Bistro Class in San Diego (Includes 4-Course Meal)
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

฿1,363
per adult
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

฿389
per traveller
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,850
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
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Top hotels in Rancho Ponderosa

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 ฿3,695 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,695
฿4,210 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,441 reviews)
"Clean and quiet and comfortable bedding. Anything else was gravy. Pool, mini gym, bar, breakfast were all great."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

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 ฿5,564 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿5,564
฿6,401 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,004 reviews)
"I did not like the dining and bar closed too early even when the lobby was full of people. Parking is a bit excessive, it motivates using UBER instead (this would be a lose-lose situation for Marriot)"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
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 ฿6,048 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿6,048
฿6,952 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,628 reviews)
"This property was conviniently located in La Jolla."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿5,579 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿5,579
฿6,413 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,642 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay ! My little ones enjoy coming here ."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego 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! (1,985 reviews)
Michelle and Andrew
"My stay was reliable and comfortable. The WiFi did not work too well but I did not need it."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

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GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

2.5 out of 5
4540 Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿3,129 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,129
฿3,597 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,645 reviews)
"Stay was satisfactory. Not fancy. Old building that has been refurbished. Most good. Breakfast excellent. I would probably stay again. Price $115 very fair"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Rancho Ponderosa

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La Costa

La Costa might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 Stagecoach Park and La Costa Golf Courses - North and South.

La Costa Oaks South
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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 South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Spinnaker Hill
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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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South Beach

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

South Beach

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