Title: The Best Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA Resorts from $134 | Expedia.com [Cardiff-by-the-Sea Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-By-The-Sea.dx9833)[Hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-By-The-Sea-Hotels.d9833.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-By-The-Sea-Vacation-Rentals.d9833.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Cardiff-By-The-Sea.d9833.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff-By-The-Sea.d9833.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Cardiff-by-the-Sea](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Cardiff-By-The-Sea.d9833.Car-Rental-Guide)[Cardiff-by-the-Sea Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-By-The-Sea.d9833.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![San Elijo Beach, Cardiff By The Sea - CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9833/056bca62-3a8c-45ce-b300-de4c420457db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9833/056bca62-3a8c-45ce-b300-de4c420457db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light_bundle_and_save.svg) ### Bundle & Save Get more, spend less whenever you see Bundle & Save deals - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictograms-expedia/light__onekey.svg) ### OneKeyCash Earn OneKeyCash on all your eligible bookings - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light_ftc.svg) ### Upfront pricing We are not like the others - we include taxes and fees ## Check prices for these dates Next weekend [Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9833&startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&adults=2&lodging=HOTEL_RESORT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9833&startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&adults=2&lodging=HOTEL_RESORT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In one month [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9833&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&adults=2&lodging=HOTEL_RESORT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two months [May 1 - May 3](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=9833&startDate=2026-05-01&endDate=2026-05-03&adults=2&lodging=HOTEL_RESORT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea resorts ![5 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/d0f041ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/bc1e5add.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/a9d5662a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed (Bayside Bungalow Bay) | Living area | 60-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3731/2fecbf54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Paradise Point Resort & Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Paradise-Point-Resort-Spa.h3731.Hotel-Information) Mission Bay 8.8/10 Excellent (2,438 reviews) "Clean Rooms, staff very friendly, very relaxing place " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) AlmaDelia $250 nightly $288 total Mar 25 - Mar 26 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Paradise-Point-Resort-Spa.h3731.Hotel-Information) ![One Bedroom King Suite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59830000/59823000/59822958/b4256d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59830000/59823000/59822958/980c0bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Grandview Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59830000/59823000/59822958/4b9d7f24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59830000/59823000/59822958/38e1bcb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort [](https://www.expedia.com/Encinitas-Hotels-Alila-Marea-Beach-Resort-Encinitas.h59822958.Hotel-Information) Encinitas 8.8/10 Excellent (254 reviews) "Beautiful!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Zina $563 nightly $630 total Mar 25 - Mar 26 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Encinitas-Hotels-Alila-Marea-Beach-Resort-Encinitas.h59822958.Hotel-Information) ![8 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/c5b8d981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/33aa0127.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/020d327f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bars/lounges, 4 poolside bars](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22928/c3d43239.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Omni-La-Costa-Resort-Spa.h22928.Hotel-Information) La Costa 8.2/10 Very Good (1,001 reviews) "Yes updated junior suite was beautiful, recently renovated...gorgeous view of courtyard" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sharon $315 nightly $391 total Mar 6 - Mar 7 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Omni-La-Costa-Resort-Spa.h22928.Hotel-Information) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4511/3cc764d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4511/81b29e94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4511/49413851.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4511/eca7ffa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club [](https://www.expedia.com/La-Jolla-Hotels-La-Jolla-Beach-And-Tennis-Club.h4511.Hotel-Information) La Jolla Shores 8.8/10 Excellent (501 reviews) "Great hotel " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Margo $291 nightly $334 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/La-Jolla-Hotels-La-Jolla-Beach-And-Tennis-Club.h4511.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/f36d5f00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/e337897b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/db6e30e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/f200eb42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Cape-Rey-Carlsbad-Beach.h4772239.Hotel-Information) South Beach 8.8/10 Excellent (1,005 reviews) "Great stay! " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) WILLIAM $182 nightly $204 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Cape-Rey-Carlsbad-Beach.h4772239.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/b5f2a64d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/24eddfb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/de48676b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25600/25598/4c453903.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### San Diego Mission Bay Resort [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-San-Diego-Mission-Bay-Resort.h25598.Hotel-Information) Mission Bay 8.4/10 Very Good (1,351 reviews) "Great place for our family getaway! Loved the S’mores on the beach! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Dani $285 nightly $328 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-San-Diego-Mission-Bay-Resort.h25598.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/1602b9cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, Multiple Beds | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/ad6a4dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, Multiple Beds | Living area | Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/9f45aefe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/909800/909721/baa5165a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakehouse Resort [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Marcos-Hotels-Lakehouse-Hotel-And-Resort.h909721.Hotel-Information) San Marcos 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,372 reviews) "Beautiful hotel!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jamile $169 nightly $183 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Marcos-Hotels-Lakehouse-Hotel-And-Resort.h909721.Hotel-Information) ![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17535/55395a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, pay movies](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17535/01ed4f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17535/ea6aeb29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17535/325f3dcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/Rancho-Santa-Fe-Hotels-Rancho-Valencia-Resort-And-Spa.h17535.Hotel-Information) Rancho Santa Fe 9.8/10 Exceptional (141 reviews) "It was a perfect get away for our anniversary!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sam $1,197 nightly $1,295 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Rancho-Santa-Fe-Hotels-Rancho-Valencia-Resort-And-Spa.h17535.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18241/1b98f5a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18241/a9901fbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Resort view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18241/a9226b83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View (Marina Suite King 2nd Floor) | Dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18241/9090f3e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bahia Resort Hotel [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) Central Mission Beach 8.6/10 Excellent (1,905 reviews) "Amazing place " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Richard $243 nightly $279 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24669/0780b7e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24669/1ebcc57c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine, beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24669/dd54db0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24669/c112222b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Catamaran Resort and Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Catamaran-Resort-And-Spa.h24669.Hotel-Information) Mission Beach 8.6/10 Excellent (1,178 reviews) "Location! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jennifer $325 nightly $374 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Catamaran-Resort-And-Spa.h24669.Hotel-Information) ![Couples treatment rooms, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/3bc70247.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/a57018ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/df0c3588.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couples treatment rooms, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/07e7eacd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rancho Bernardo Inn [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Rancho-Bernardo-Inn-San-Diego-A-Golf-And-Spa-Resort.h3007.Hotel-Information) Rancho Bernardo 8.8/10 Excellent (1,000 reviews) "The spa was amazing! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Heather $298 nightly $340 total Mar 7 - Mar 8 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/San-Diego-Hotels-Rancho-Bernardo-Inn-San-Diego-A-Golf-And-Spa-Resort.h3007.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60600/60576/1c58b171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60600/60576/w3839h3837x0y3-ed727cbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60600/60576/7b7ee568.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/60600/60576/4b18cca2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Park-Hyatt-Aviara-Resort.h60576.Hotel-Information) Aviara 9.4/10 Exceptional (1,001 reviews) "Very nice resort.Loved our stay there." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) inder $647 nightly $726 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Park-Hyatt-Aviara-Resort.h60576.Hotel-Information) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92709000/92708935/80936738.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92709000/92708935/f4b60c41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92709000/92708935/w1024h765x0y3-85a45a36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92710000/92709000/92708935/c5eceb52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Executive Villa 2 BR/ 2BA at La Costa Resort & Spa [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Executive-Villa-2-Bedrooms-At-La-Costa-Resort.h92708935.Hotel-Information) La Costa 9.6/10 Exceptional (10 reviews) "Thank you for a wonderful stay. Rooms were clean, easy check in, great communication. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Bryan Y. $923 nightly $1,020 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hotels-Executive-Villa-2-Bedrooms-At-La-Costa-Resort.h92708935.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4698/630a166c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4698/063e164a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4698/80ca404d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4698/w3839h2555x0y0-4c6855d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines [](https://www.expedia.com/La-Jolla-Hotels-Hilton-La-Jolla-Torrey-Pines.h4698.Hotel-Information) Torrey Pines 7.8/10 Good (1,003 reviews) "All the staff, from valet, check in, servers, maintenance gentleman etc were nice, professional, efficient and great at their jobs. The location and scenery is amazing and food was delicious. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Christy $191 nightly $219 total Mar 6 - Mar 7 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/La-Jolla-Hotels-Hilton-La-Jolla-Torrey-Pines.h4698.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/06ebc015.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool views, open daily](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/3ad5fce3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/2ed72852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24895/w3840h2557x0y3-7e849d97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton San Diego/Del Mar [](https://www.expedia.com/Del-Mar-Hotels-Hilton-San-Diego-Del-Mar.h24895.Hotel-Information) Del Mar Heights 8.6/10 Excellent (1,016 reviews) "The room was clean and the front desk was very nice. 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