Title: Visit Rancho Ponderosa: 2026 Rancho Ponderosa, Carlsbad Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Rancho Ponderosa](https://expedia.com/Rancho-Ponderosa-Carlsbad-Hotels.0-n553248635976476581-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Carlsbad](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Carlsbad](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Rancho Ponderosa](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Rancho-Ponderosa.d553248635976476581.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rancho Ponderosa Vacations](https://expedia.com/Rancho-Ponderosa.d553248635976476581.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Rancho Ponderosa, CA ## Carlsbad ## Visit Rancho Ponderosa Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Carlsbad Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad.dx6056550) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Legoland California featuring rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051767/64899349-fe6f-45bc-b02c-7cd687e013fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### LEGOLAND® California The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination. [](https://expedia.com/LEGOLAND-California-Carlsbad-Ranch.d6051767.Vacation-Attraction) ![A Panoramic Aerial UAV Drone View of Carlsbad State Beach, California, in the Morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173215/fc047199-0b8e-4c8a-95d5-f85cc53b6eef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad State Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-State-Beach-North-Beach.d6173215.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ranunculus field](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128020/08d647f1-27df-4ced-9dfc-40ab47d4730e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Flower-Fields-Of-Carlsbad-City-Center.d6128020.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/ce7acd27-b067-41f6-9d22-86b4ab435aff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Carlsbad State Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? [](https://expedia.com/South-Carlsbad-State-Beach-South-Beach.d553248635976195369.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rode bikes from a bike shop in Carlsbad to this spot! Absolutely gorgeous! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/f139a6d5-42e5-4269-877c-7c3b32212881.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamarack Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? [](https://expedia.com/Tamarack-Beach-City-Center.d553248635983988677.Vacation-Attraction) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638713/50ffdb1c-64a9-4047-b712-19ac35358dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad Lagoon If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Carlsbad. [](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-Lagoon-Hedionda-Point.d553248621532638713.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/477590/c90eced8-f748-43cb-bc12-69167ef25be6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures $57 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) ![Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389585/954ac13c-4b1b-4a3b-8ced-5220eadcbff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission $8 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details) ![Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48290375/e2c862f9-c282-4a98-96d2-d1930538c067.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals $25 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/solana-beach-surfboard-rentals.a48290375.activity-details) [See all activities in Carlsbad](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Rancho Ponderosa Hotel Deals ![DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15300/15236/5afe6cec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar 11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA $130 nightly $149 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 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! (2,047 reviews) The staff was great but the hotel wasnt. My door and toilet was broken. It didnt even have an area to do online work (most places have an office area). The worse part about the hotel, they charged for parking per night. I expect to pay for parking in a downtown or beach area. This was off the highway ... Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=15236&PinnedHotelID=15236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976476581) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8500/8434/49079311_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla 4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA $178 nightly $204 total Feb 21 - Feb 22 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F21%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026&selected=8434&PinnedHotelID=8434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976476581) ![San Diego Marriott La Jolla](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2100/2097/05285107_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### San Diego Marriott La Jolla 4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA $171 nightly $197 total Feb 27 - Feb 28 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,253 reviews) Great stay Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=2%2F28%2F2026&selected=2097&PinnedHotelID=2097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976476581) ![GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428500/428450/ee1bc66b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay 4540 Mission Bay Drive San Diego CA $93 nightly $106 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,934 reviews) Great stay Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=428450&PinnedHotelID=428450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976476581) ![California Suites Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/40600/40531/4d1b251a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### California Suites Hotel 5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA $80 nightly $92 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,329 reviews) Lovely place will be coming here again next time! Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=40531&PinnedHotelID=40531&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976476581) ![Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/ee70bfa4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA $150 nightly $165 total Feb 25 - Feb 26 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! 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[](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-La-Costa.dx553248635976481690) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Costa Oaks South La Costa Oaks South 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. [](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-La-Costa-Oaks-South.dx553248635976475960) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480927/ad63b790-b3e6-46d5-b55c-003c485d55ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aviara 4.5/5(142 area reviews) Set in the hills of southern Carlsbad, this resort neighborhood boasts stunning ocean and lagoon views, with the luxurious Park Hyatt Resort and the renowned Aviara Golf Club as its main attractions. Just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego, it's a golfer's paradise. 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