LEGOLAND Castle Hotel is an upper-middle-range, medieval castle-themed property with 250 rooms and a convenient location right at the entrance to LEGOLAND. Hotel guests get early admission to the park and free parking, plus a floor-to-ceiling themed LEGO wonderland with interactive play pits and several LEGO sculptures. Castle-themed rooms have separate kids' rooms with bunk beds and LEGO play features, flat-screen TVs, a minibars, Keurig machines, and balconies. Unfortunately, they also have thin walls. The free breakfast buffet receives decent reviews, but otherwise food doesn't score high with guests. Features include a small gym, laundry room, electric car charging stations, and a zero-entry pool with oversized LEGO blocks, cabanas for rent, and a bar. A resort fee covers Wi-Fi, valet and self-parking, and average nightly entertainment. For a more affordable option nearby, the pet-friendly Carlsbad by the Sea Resort is worth a look.
LEGOLAND Castle Hotel is an upper-middle-range, medieval castle-themed property with 250 rooms and a convenient location right at the entrance to LEGOLAND. Hotel guests get early admission to the park and free parking, plus a floor-to-ceiling themed LEGO wonderland with interactive play pits and several LEGO sculptures. Castle-themed rooms have separate kids' rooms with bunk beds and LEGO play features, flat-screen TVs, a minibars, Keurig machines, and balconies. Unfortunately, they also have thin walls. The free breakfast buffet receives decent reviews, but otherwise food doesn't score high with guests. Features include a small gym, laundry room, electric car charging stations, and a zero-entry pool with oversized LEGO blocks, cabanas for rent, and a bar. A resort fee covers Wi-Fi, valet and self-parking, and average nightly entertainment. For a more affordable option nearby, the pet-friendly Carlsbad by the Sea Resort is worth a look.
The Grand Pacific Palisades Resort occupies a beautiful spot overlooking the Pacific Ocean -- across the highway from Legoland -- but it's a bit isolated, and it doesn't have direct beach access. The timeshare property's 210 units range from standard guest rooms to three-bedroom condos with full kitchens, and all have microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, but decor is rather bland. There are numerous family-oriented amenities, and highlights include two large pools, a splash pool for kids, a fitness center, and an on-site restaurant and microbrewery. Shuttle service to area attractions, underground parking, and Wi-Fi throughout is included in the resort fee. Travelers looking for accommodations on the beach can consider the hotel's sister property, Carlsbad Seapointe Resort, but rates are often higher.
The Grand Pacific Palisades Resort occupies a beautiful spot overlooking the Pacific Ocean -- across the highway from Legoland -- but it's a bit isolated, and it doesn't have direct beach access. The timeshare property's 210 units range from standard guest rooms to three-bedroom condos with full kitchens, and all have microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, but decor is rather bland. There are numerous family-oriented amenities, and highlights include two large pools, a splash pool for kids, a fitness center, and an on-site restaurant and microbrewery. Shuttle service to area attractions, underground parking, and Wi-Fi throughout is included in the resort fee. Travelers looking for accommodations on the beach can consider the hotel's sister property, Carlsbad Seapointe Resort, but rates are often higher.
Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa is a four-pearl resort with its own private entrance to Legoland. The 250 rooms are clean and spacious with microwaves and Starbucks coffee, but there’s a fee for microwaves. In fact, the resort has a number of additional fees that may make guests feel nickel and dimed, including a resort fee, a fee for breakfast, and another fee for parking. There’s plenty for families to do at the upscale chain resort, including a 24-hour heated outdoor pool and whirlpool and a number of games including billiards, ping-pong, foosball, and shuffleboard. The hotel has a grill and bar on-site with outdoor seating, and during the summer there’s a free shuttle to the beach. Families wanting to be even more engulfed in the Lego experience should check out rates at LEGOLAND California Hotel, a colorful Lego-themed hotel located inside the park.
Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa is a four-pearl resort with its own private entrance to Legoland. The 250 rooms are clean and spacious with microwaves and Starbucks coffee, but there’s a fee for microwaves. In fact, the resort has a number of additional fees that may make guests feel nickel and dimed, including a resort fee, a fee for breakfast, and another fee for parking. There’s plenty for families to do at the upscale chain resort, including a 24-hour heated outdoor pool and whirlpool and a number of games including billiards, ping-pong, foosball, and shuffleboard. The hotel has a grill and bar on-site with outdoor seating, and during the summer there’s a free shuttle to the beach. Families wanting to be even more engulfed in the Lego experience should check out rates at LEGOLAND California Hotel, a colorful Lego-themed hotel located inside the park.
Almost every inch of LEGOLAND California Hotel is a Lego experience, from the character visits at the free breakfast, to the daily Lego building contests, to the nightly entertainment in the lobby's castle. Access to the amusement park isn't included in the rate, but guests do get early morning access, allowing them to beat the crowds. Rooms have fun adventure, pirate, or kingdom themes, and all have separate kids' rooms with bunk beds. This property caters to parents with two- to 12-year-olds, so guests should be prepared for the noise and occasional messes that can accompany so many children. Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel next door lacks all the official Lego allure, but it's a suitable alternative for those looking to spend half as much on their lodging and still be within walking distance to the theme park.
Almost every inch of LEGOLAND California Hotel is a Lego experience, from the character visits at the free breakfast, to the daily Lego building contests, to the nightly entertainment in the lobby's castle. Access to the amusement park isn't included in the rate, but guests do get early morning access, allowing them to beat the crowds. Rooms have fun adventure, pirate, or kingdom themes, and all have separate kids' rooms with bunk beds. This property caters to parents with two- to 12-year-olds, so guests should be prepared for the noise and occasional messes that can accompany so many children. Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel next door lacks all the official Lego allure, but it's a suitable alternative for those looking to spend half as much on their lodging and still be within walking distance to the theme park.
The MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort is an upper-middle-range timeshare property with 208 rooms and a private entrance to Legoland. A golf course, shopping center, and restaurants are within walking distance, but a car is best for those who plan to leave the property. Rooms are large with full kitchens and balconies, but there’s nothing spectacular about them, and some receive noise from Legoland. The property includes two pools, only one of which is heated, and two oddly shaped whirlpools that are open year round. Free Wi-Fi and parking are available throughout the resort, and there is an airport shuttle for a fee.
The MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort is an upper-middle-range timeshare property with 208 rooms and a private entrance to Legoland. A golf course, shopping center, and restaurants are within walking distance, but a car is best for those who plan to leave the property. Rooms are large with full kitchens and balconies, but there’s nothing spectacular about them, and some receive noise from Legoland. The property includes two pools, only one of which is heated, and two oddly shaped whirlpools that are open year round. Free Wi-Fi and parking are available throughout the resort, and there is an airport shuttle for a fee.
This 400-acre, 611-room megaresort near Legoland is packed with family features, including large rooms, six pools with waterslides, and an impressive kids club. The spa, golf courses, tennis courts, and on-site shopping help ensure adults have fun as well, but there are extra fees for almost everything.
This 400-acre, 611-room megaresort near Legoland is packed with family features, including large rooms, six pools with waterslides, and an impressive kids club. The spa, golf courses, tennis courts, and on-site shopping help ensure adults have fun as well, but there are extra fees for almost everything.
The Beach Terrace Inn is a boutique-style hotel whose stated mission is to create a climate of relaxation for its guests, which the family-owned establishment calls getting "slow." It's only a few minutes off Interstate 5, providing easy access to popular attractions in the area, such as the inimitable Legoland. The rooms are large by any standard, and many have excellent ocean views. The hotel accommodates families, including young children, but is much more suited to couples seeking a relaxing holiday.
The Beach Terrace Inn is a boutique-style hotel whose stated mission is to create a climate of relaxation for its guests, which the family-owned establishment calls getting "slow." It's only a few minutes off Interstate 5, providing easy access to popular attractions in the area, such as the inimitable Legoland. The rooms are large by any standard, and many have excellent ocean views. The hotel accommodates families, including young children, but is much more suited to couples seeking a relaxing holiday.
The 110-room La Quinta Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad is a budget hotel conveniently located just off Interstate 5, about a 10-minute drive from Legoland and a 15-minute walk from South Carlsbad State Beach. Rooms are basic but clean and come with flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. The free breakfast buffet consists of hot and cold selections, including a make-your-own waffle station. The outdoor pool is small, but it's refreshing on a hot day, and there's an adjacent patio that's a popular hangout spot. There's also a small fitness center and business center. Non-fussy travelers who'd like to save a few more dollars but stay in the same area could check out the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Near Legoland, a barebones motel-style property.
The 110-room La Quinta Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad is a budget hotel conveniently located just off Interstate 5, about a 10-minute drive from Legoland and a 15-minute walk from South Carlsbad State Beach. Rooms are basic but clean and come with flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. The free breakfast buffet consists of hot and cold selections, including a make-your-own waffle station. The outdoor pool is small, but it's refreshing on a hot day, and there's an adjacent patio that's a popular hangout spot. There's also a small fitness center and business center. Non-fussy travelers who'd like to save a few more dollars but stay in the same area could check out the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Near Legoland, a barebones motel-style property.
The 246-room luxury condominium complex is more a residence than a hotel, with two "neighborhoods,” each with its own heated outdoor pool and well-equipped fitness center. The vibe is laid-back and expansive grounds are filled with greenery and beautiful landscaping. Spacious villas are outfitted in pleasant contemporary decor and offer the comforts of home, including fully equipped kitchens, large living rooms, and washers and dryers. There’s a farm-to-table restaurant on-site, as well as two cafes and poolside snack bars, plus a stylish spa with a nail salon. Families with kids will find plenty to do here, with children’s pools, a kids’ club, and various organized activities. There’s not much within walking distance though, so a car is necessary. Travelers might also want to consider the nearby Park Hyatt Aviara Resort.
The 246-room luxury condominium complex is more a residence than a hotel, with two "neighborhoods,” each with its own heated outdoor pool and well-equipped fitness center. The vibe is laid-back and expansive grounds are filled with greenery and beautiful landscaping. Spacious villas are outfitted in pleasant contemporary decor and offer the comforts of home, including fully equipped kitchens, large living rooms, and washers and dryers. There’s a farm-to-table restaurant on-site, as well as two cafes and poolside snack bars, plus a stylish spa with a nail salon. Families with kids will find plenty to do here, with children’s pools, a kids’ club, and various organized activities. There’s not much within walking distance though, so a car is necessary. Travelers might also want to consider the nearby Park Hyatt Aviara Resort.
