Escondido, CA

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Aerial view of The East Canyon Area of Escondido with mountain on the background, San Diego, California
Aerial view of The East Canyon Area of Escondido with mountain on the background, San Diego, California
DYARBW Lake Hodges Dam. Escondido, California, United States.
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Where to stay in Escondido

Aerial view of Kit Carson Park, municipal park in Escondido, California, USA

Lawrence Welk Resort Village

Lawrence Welk Resort Village might not have many top sights, but Twin Oaks Golf Club and The Oaks Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lawrence Welk Resort Village
Lake Hodges Panoramic Landscape From Fletcher Point in San Dieguito River Park.  Beautiful Southern California Winter Day Hiking

West Ridge

When in West Ridge, you can plan a visit to Stone Brewing and California Center For The Arts, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Ridge
Pool of 3 Sisters Falls in Cleveland National Forrest California

Central Escondido

3.5/5(217 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Central Escondido, California Center For The Arts and Grape Day Park are top sights worth seeing.

Central Escondido
Wooden buildings nestled amoung the huge pine trees, on the edge of a meadow in the American wilderness

Hidden Meadows

Golf courses, mountain views, and spas highlight some of the notable features of Hidden Meadows. Make a stop by The Oaks Course while you're exploring.

Hidden Meadows
Matilija Creek, Los Padres National Forest

Felicita

While Felicita isn't home to many top sights, California Center For The Arts and Stone Brewing are some notable places to visit nearby.

Felicita
Landscape View of Inland Lake Hodges and Bernardo Mountain from great hiking trail near Rancho Bernardo and Escondido in San Diego County California USA; Shutterstock ID 639289603; Purchase Order: -

Lake Hodges

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lake Hodges and surrounding area, you can visit The Vineyard at Escondido and Orfila Vineyard and Winery.

Lake Hodges
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
$154 nightly
The price is $170 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$170 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a 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 our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,618 reviews)
Everything was beautiful and perfect! I gave this as a Valentine's and birthday gift for my son and his wife!

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

4 out of 5
1775 E Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$245 nightly
The price is $282 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$282 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,352 reviews)
Lovely resort!

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
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
$126 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$144 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,087 reviews)
The hotel is nice but should have stated there is $28 for parking before the booking or at the check in. Surprise surprise.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,652 reviews)
Easy check in and plentiful amenities

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Modern Beachfront Cottage

Modern Beachfront Cottage

Oceanside CA
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Oceanside Strand Beach and Oceanside Pier ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
Great spot to stay in Oceanside. Close to walk to many amenities. The pink houses are so cute!! Complimentary coffee, can sit on the porch and watch the waves and surfers. Will gladly come back!!

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Modern Beachfront Cottage
San Diego Country Estates

San Diego Country Estates

2.5 out of 5
15501 Davis Cup Ln, Bldg 8, Unit 5501 Ramona CA
Book a stay at this golf condo in Ramona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews)
Clean, very spacious room with excellent amenities. Comfortable bed and big couch.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

San Diego Country Estates
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Escondido

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
221
5 - Excellent 34%
4 - Good
285
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
121
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
19
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
10
1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I can’t wait to go back

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Escondido was ok

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

escondido has a lot of visible cops. cops are mostly unapproachable. a simple question can turn into a go-to-jail situation. i'm more afraid of them than anything, unfortunately. city is shut down - coronavirus so you can't venture out.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Escondido is a nice place to stay. Would like to move out this way some day.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love the weather the beaches and choices of entertainment and shopping. Unfortunately cost of living keeps me from moving there

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

First time visitor (in town for a family event). Downtown looked nice but did not get to see much more than that.

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