Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
"We stayed in one of the mountain villas and the nearby pool was awesome also had a splash pad, and a grill nearby to order food and drinks. The only bummer was there is no in room dining service which is something we like to do while on vacation but it was easy enough to order something from a delivery ..."
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
"Staff , property , amenities were all wonderful. The tidal restaurant was AMAZING!"
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
"Clean room, but no trash bags for the bins. Staff got up to help just because another employee asked for her to check me in."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
"We thought this place was great! It was our 23rd wedding anniversary. Clean, really nice staff all the way around, right smack in the middle of Carlsbad Village, ocean right there, really nice grounds-pool foosball table, jacuzzi with an ocean view...the only reason we haven't stayed here more is ..."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026

The Marbella
"I wish we could choose the floor we wanted to be on. Theres no way to choose our rooms. We are 4 elderly ladies and could have used the extra room to have had moved around in. But overall we did have a great time at this location. Some rooms get garage parking while othets get street parking. Parking ..."
Reviewed on 12 May, 2026

Modern Beachfront Cottage
"Wonderful, relaxing and absolutely perfect few days in this cute little cottage! The host was very kind, communicative and available if needed. It was clean, just steps from the ocean and had everything we needed. We will be making this our regular getaway spot in Oceanside. Loved everything about ..."
Reviewed on 7 May, 2026
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Popular places to visit

Cardiff State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cardiff State Beach during your trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Encinitas Community Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Encinitas Community Park, a lovely green space in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.
Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park
After visiting Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
- Encinitas Community Park
- Eli Howard Surf School
- LEGOLAND® California
- Mission Bay
- Mission Beach
- Hotel Circle
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- La Jolla Cove
- Marine Corps Recruit Depot
- Oceanside Beach
- La Jolla Beach
- San Diego State University
- Del Mar Beach
- University of California
- University of San Diego
- Old Town San Diego State Park
- Del Mar Racetrack
- SoCal Sports Complex
- Del Mar Fairgrounds
- Mission Beach Boardwalk
- Carlsbad State Beach
- Torrey Pines Golf Course
- Flower Fields of Carlsbad
- Fashion Valley Mall
- Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
- Oceanside Pier
- Belmont Park
- Snapdragon Stadium




