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An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean and beach.

1. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Mission Bay

victor

CA $375 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 5 - Dec 6

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and string lights.

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

University City

Tristan

CA $273 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

3. Lafayette Hotel & Club

University Heights

Heather

CA $443 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A resort pool with a lazy river, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

4. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

Mission Bay

Megan

CA $345 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A poolside view with a lounge chair, a towel, a tray with a drink and a coconut, and a pool with palm trees in the background.

5. San Diego Mission Bay Resort

Mission Bay

Aaroosh

CA $363 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

6. Lakehouse Resort

Lake San Marcos

Maureen

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

7. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Mission Valley

Kathy

CA $295 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A modern hotel with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating, a chess table, and a well-maintained lawn.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

Point Loma

David

CA $247 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wooden chair, and a small table with flowers.

9. The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

Townsite

Richard

CA $485 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, string lights overhead, and a view of a building in the background.

10. Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Arantzasu

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a pool in the background.

11. Town and Country San Diego

Mission Valley

Omar

CA $286 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire feature, and a bar area with a stone wall and shelves.

12. San Diego Marriott La Jolla

University City

Ryan

CA $301 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 11 - Dec 12

A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, overlooking the ocean.

13. The Wayfarer San Diego

Mission Beach

Lisa

CA $274 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

14. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Eva

CA $258 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor dining area with brick flooring, wicker furniture, and a stone wall.

15. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

La Jolla Farms

Thomas

CA $584 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A couple walking through a wooden door into a building with a tropical garden view.

16. Catamaran Resort and Spa

Mission Beach

Whitney

CA $372 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A modern living room with a large window, blue furniture, and a view of the ocean.

17. MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt

Townsite

Lisa

CA $490 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

18. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

South Beach

Heather

CA $280 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

Ramiro

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by palm trees and string lights.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

Mission Valley

Monique

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

A modern hotel with a landscaped garden, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Del Mar Heights

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

A modern building with a large open patio area, a visible entrance, and a sign indicating a restaurant or cafe.

Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

Rancho Santa Fe

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

South Beach

10/10 Excellent

Madeline Jean

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, bar, and lounge chairs.

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

Carmel Valley

10/10 Excellent

Rana

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

University City

10/10 Excellent

Christine

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a beach and pier.

Tower23 Hotel

Pacific Beach

10/10 Excellent

We love San Diego. Tower 23 is another reason to love San Diego: a beautiful building perched over Pacific Beach, lulled by the sound of ceaseless waves and blessed each evening with sunset views. My wife and I travelled here for time alone together. We did not drive. We did not over-plan our time. Other than enjoying Pacific Beach - we toured the Salk, walked through UCSD to La Jolla and also spent time downtown. The staff at Tower23 is friendly, the food at Jordan is delicious and the...

Christopher

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Village

10/10 Excellent

Incredible stay. The location is fantastic. It was such a pleasure being steps to the beach and the complimentary beach gear was so amazing so you could really enjoy the full experience. Even had boogie boards and sand toys! So many places to eat within walking distance it was hard to choose! Beautiful sunsets, and the staff were all amazing. The daily activities for guests and the kids felt above and beyond. The adult hot tub temp was nice and hot, with a cooler one for the kids. Free...

Renn

An outdoor patio area with a covered seating arrangement, a view of the surrounding buildings, and a tiled floor.

Grande Colonial Hotel

Village of La Jolla

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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Our top choices for Cardiff-by-the-Sea 4-star hotels

1. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

3. Lafayette Hotel & Club

4. Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina

5. San Diego Mission Bay Resort

6. Lakehouse Resort

7. Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

8. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld Near Old Town

9. The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

10. Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

11. Town and Country San Diego

12. San Diego Marriott La Jolla

13. The Wayfarer San Diego

14. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

15. Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

16. Catamaran Resort and Spa

17. MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt

18. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

19. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Hotel Circle

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

10/10 Excellent

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