Grand Pacific Palisades

3.5 star property

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A hotel courtyard with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit building facades.
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A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.
A lobby with a modern ceiling design, glass doors leading to a seating area with cushioned chairs, and a brick floor.
A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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5805 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Place, SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Family Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About this property

Grand Pacific Palisades

Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has 2 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Wired Internet in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness centre, a poolside bar and a sauna are on-site.
Grand Pacific Palisades offers 90 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchens with coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. In-room wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site. In addition to a kids' pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Grand Pacific Palisades. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from LEGOLAND® California. Features include free wired Internet, plus 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants.
  • Free wired Internet in some public areas
  • The 2 restaurants, poolside bar and 2 bars/lounges offer choices for drinking and dining
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi and wired Internet for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the 2 hot tubs
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a sauna and a golf driving range
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the family-friendly amenities
  • Within a 10-minute walk of SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium and LEGOLAND® California
As a guest of Grand Pacific Palisades, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs along with a sauna, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and wired Internet is free in public spaces.

A business centre and 3 meeting rooms are available. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Grand Pacific Palisades. For a fee, parking is available.

This Mediterranean Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Cassara Kitchen and Bar – On-site café. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 22 per night); wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 35.84 per stay; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Cassara Kitchen and Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Splash pad

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Splash pad

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free pool cabanas
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 6 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 39.20 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Children's club/arcade access
  • Fitness centre access
  • In-room coffee
  • Parking
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 22.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: USD 22.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 35.84 per stay (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 199512510011
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 6 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Grand Pacific
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Pacific Grand Palisades
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Grand Pacific Palisades Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 675 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1006 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this resort when me and my family are in SD! Rooms are very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! The hotel was very clean, the staff were friendly and helpful, and it’s a great place for kids. The location is perfect and made everything so convenient. We would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay! The room was clean, spacious, and everything we needed. Location was wonderful, overlooking the Carlsbad flower fields and ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, nice rooms! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it there and so do our kids
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will 100% stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time at this resort…really family friendly! Will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for parents & kids!!! Can’t beat the location with legoland on one side & the flower fields on the other! My 2 & 10 year old were both entertained!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for families. Beautiful setting. Friendly staff. Great room layout. Try to get a room on the top floor to avoid upstairs neighbor noise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcoming staff, the dining facilities, room service and the entertainment on Sunday all shined. I really adore the fantastic assistance and I will be seeking to plan my future stays here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nenuca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love it my children enjoy a short trip but looking forward to return. It's for family nice overall. The stuff very helpful. Naz the front desk she's very sweet nice .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Large space, very nice room and very infant friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great activities available for the whole family! Love having access to the Flower Fields and the nearby outlets! The power went out in the surrounding area while we were there, but the problem was remedied quickly, and the staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful sunset and live music by the bar and main pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room felt very clean, kitchen had the dishes we needed, staff was pleasant and helpful and quickly took care of requests. We enjoyed the many amenities and beautiful views.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The resort was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large room, very clean. Excellent location for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that there was a lap pool! The room was a bit worn down but it was clean and soacious. Our room had a fill kitchen and with costco so close we made great meals. It is perfect if you are spending time at Legoland but it was away from the beach and there wasn't a shuttle.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Had a few issues with the room at first during check-in but they were able to make it right for us after all. Really close to legoland so that was a plus! Also kids loved the pool and splash pad the next day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort was great! Perfect for families with children! A short 5 minute walk to Legoland was a big plus also! Will definitely be staying here again in the future! Naz at the front desk was nice and helpful with everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here so much. It was within walking distance to Legoland and had so many fun amenities for the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025