Kid & Family Friendly Resorts in San Diego County

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San Diego
Oct 31 - Nov 1
from CA $99
per night/room
San Diego
Legoland California featuring rides
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Carlsbad
Nov 17 - Nov 18
from CA $74
per night/room
Carlsbad
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Escondido
Nov 4 - Nov 5
from CA $74
per night/room
Escondido
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Chula Vista
Nov 7 - Nov 8
from CA $70
per night/room
Chula Vista
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Oceanside
Oct 25 - Oct 26
from CA $72
per night/room
Oceanside
Coronado Beach showing tropical scenes and a beach as well as a small group of people
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Coronado
Oct 25 - Oct 26
from CA $160
per night/room
Coronado
La Jolla featuring a beach, general coastal views and swimming
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La Jolla
Oct 31 - Nov 1
from CA $120
per night/room
La Jolla

Top San Diego County Family Hotels

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $246 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Nestled on the beach, this Central Mission Beach resort is just steps from Mission Bay and Bahia Point Beach. Mission Beach and Belmont Park are also within ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (2,104 reviews)
"Everything was great about the hotel itself. The room felt a little dark and dated. And the bathroom/sink area was super small. A double vanity was definitely needed. That was our only complaint. Location was perfect and staff was great."

Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2021

Bahia Resort Hotel
Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades

3.5 out of 5
5805 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is CA $228 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 1
This family-friendly Carlsbad hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Sealife Aquarium and LEGOLAND® California. Flower Fields of Carlsbad ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (991 reviews)
"Great resort. Lovely views near pool area and several pool and spa locations on property. Coffee bar and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2021

Grand Pacific Palisades
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is CA $135 per night from Nov 14 to Nov 14
Situated near the airport, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Carlsbad Premium Outlets. LEGOLAND® California and The Crossings ...
4/5 Very Good! (1,311 reviews)
"It’s an ok stay , bathrooms need to be updated and walls to thin."

Reviewed on Oct. 4, 2021

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
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The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $199 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 9
Located in the heart of San Diego, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mission Bay, Bahia Point Beach, and SeaWorld. Belmont Park and Dog Beach are also within ...
4.2/5 Excellent! (2,053 reviews)
"The bill was over $300 a night."

Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2021

The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $283 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Located in Mission Beach, this beachfront resort is on the boardwalk, 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Belmont Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of SeaWorld and La Jolla Cove. ...
4/5 Very Good! (1,709 reviews)
"The staff was great! The Pool area and arcade was awesome. The free arcade really made it for my kids! The pool was clean, and nice. The refill on the towels was awesome! The rooms for sure need to be updated and newer stuff put in the room. Blankets need to be updated and new as well. The bathrooms ..."

Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2021

Catamaran Resort and Spa
Kings Inn San Diego - Seaworld - Zoo

Kings Inn San Diego - Seaworld - Zoo

2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $118 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Located in Mission Valley, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Riverwalk Golf Club, Fashion Valley Mall, and Old Town San Diego State Park. University of San ...
4.2/5 Excellent! (2,171 reviews)
"convenient and lots of parking"

Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2021

Kings Inn San Diego - Seaworld - Zoo
Carlsbad Suites

Carlsbad Suites

3.5 out of 5
5010 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA
The price is CA $150 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Situated near the airport, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. LEGOLAND® California and Sealife ...
3.9/5 Very Good! (2,498 reviews)
"Hotel carpets in hallways are dirty filthy. There was only one fitted sheet on the beds and no big blankets. Dirty band-aid left in shower which was gross. Only one roll of toilet paper in the bathroom so after we had to use the tissue box. The location of the hotel was good and close to ..."

Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2021

Carlsbad Suites
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown

4 out of 5
601 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $249 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 4
This family-friendly San Diego hotel is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Seaport Village, USS Midway Museum, and New Children's Museum. ...
4.2/5 Excellent! (1,633 reviews)
"There’s no restaurant inside the hotel and the housekeeping service was bad."

Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2021

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $296 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 26
Located in San Diego, this beachfront resort is in a regional park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mission Bay, Dog Beach, and Bahia Point Beach. Mission Beach and ...
4.2/5 Excellent! (2,397 reviews)
"Beautiful property with many ponds and ducks that the kids enjoyed feeding. Lots of options for swimming pools. The food onsite is greatly overpriced leaving little options unless you leave the resort."

Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2021

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Staybridge Suites Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel

Staybridge Suites Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel

3 out of 5
2735 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is CA $171 per night from Oct 31 to Oct 31
Located in Bressi Ranch, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Crossings at Carlsbad, Flower Fields of Carlsbad, and Carlsbad Premium Outlets. LEGOLAND® California ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (896 reviews)
"Didn’t like that social hour was only M-W and that breakfast on weekends didn’t start til 7:30. Loved the pool and recreation area."

Reviewed on Oct. 18, 2021

Staybridge Suites Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

3 out of 5
2223 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is CA $208 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 7
Located in Aviara, this aparthotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from LEGOLAND® California and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Sealife Aquarium. Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Carlsbad ...
4.4/5 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice kitchen"

Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2021

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
Welk Resorts San Diego

Welk Resorts San Diego

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, CA
The price is CA $173 per night from Oct 31 to Oct 31
This family-friendly Escondido hotel is located in a rural location, 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and within 20 mi (32 km) of LEGOLAND® California ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (1,187 reviews)
"Would recommend and come back"

Reviewed on Oct. 5, 2021

Welk Resorts San Diego
The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows

3.5 out of 5
2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $172 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 25
Located in University Heights, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Balboa Park, Mission Valley Mall, and San Diego Zoo. Balboa Park Carousel and San Diego Natural ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (971 reviews)
"I love the idea of this hotel and the pool. They need to invest in room up grades (carpet, beds, stairway rails, etc). Seems like a tired property."

Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2021

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

2.5 out of 5
800 Bay Marina Dr, National City, CA
The price is CA $155 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 7
Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from San Diego Bay and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Chula Vista Center. Chicano Park and Petco Park ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (2,312 reviews)
"I have never stayed at a Best Western property and to my surprise it was one of the best experiences. The bed was so comfortable the staff was very pleasant. Checkin was smooth with great customer services. I have absolutely no complaints!"

Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2021

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

3.5 out of 5
2303 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $197 per night from Oct 31 to Oct 31
Located in Point Loma, this hotel is steps from San Diego Bay and Shelter Island. Point Loma Nazarene University and Sunset Cliffs Natural Park are also within ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (1,504 reviews)
"We love staying at Humphrey it’s our home away from home!"

Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2021

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $210 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 19
Located in Downtown San Diego, this romantic hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Seaport Village and New Children's Museum. San Diego Bay and San Diego Repertory ...
4.4/5 Wonderful! (3,433 reviews)
"We felt very safe at the hotel. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We even purchased a necklace as a gift for someone from the gift shop and the young lady put it in a box and wrapped it with tissue paper to make it look festive. We will definitely be back"

Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2021

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Comfort Inn & Suites San Diego - Zoo SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn & Suites San Diego - Zoo SeaWorld Area

2.5 out of 5
2485 Hotel Circle Place, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $116 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Located in Mission Valley, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Hotel Circle and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from University of San Diego. Balboa Park and SeaWorld are also ...
3.4/5 (1,114 reviews)
"Close to Shamo & Seaworld!"

Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2021

Comfort Inn & Suites San Diego - Zoo SeaWorld Area
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

4 out of 5
1441 Quivira Rd, San Diego, CA
The price is CA $255 per night from Oct 31 to Oct 31
Situated on the waterfront, this spa resort is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mission Bay and Bahia Point Beach. Dog Beach and SeaWorld are also within 2 mi (3 km).
4/5 Very Good! (1,037 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and comfortable. Great pool area and the bartenders were outstanding, especially Alex. Not too far of a drive to most tourist things you would want to do in San Diego."

Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2021

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

3 out of 5
2645 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA
The price is CA $146 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Carlsbad Premium Outlets, and LEGOLAND® California. Carlsbad State ...
4.2/5 Excellent! (985 reviews)
"The room was like we were in a small apt. We liked that."

Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2021

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

2.5 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is CA $121 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 24
Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Carlsbad State Beach and North Ponto Beach. South Ponto Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation ...
4/5 Very Good! (988 reviews)
"I loved the location, the property itself & the staff was WONDERFUL! Unfortunately, they had their hot water heater go down during my stay and that was a bit inconvenient. Otherwise, it was a fantastic place to stay & I will be looking to them again when I have to go back to California."

Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2021

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
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