Grand Pacific Palisades

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, open 9 AM to 10 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Indoor wedding
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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5805 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Family Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Located in Carlsbad Ranch, Grand Pacific Palisades is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium and LEGOLAND® California. This 90-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • LEGOLAND® California - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Crossings at Carlsbad - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Knights' Smokehouse BBQ - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Granny's Apple Fries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Rubio's Coastal Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Grand Pacific Palisades

Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
At Grand Pacific Palisades, guests enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a gym. Self parking is available for USD 35.84 per stay. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this golf hotel include 2 hot tubs, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace.
TVs come with DVD players, and guests can stay connected with WiFi and wired internet. Kitchens, dryers, and balconies are also available.
2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

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

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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 transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35.84 per stay; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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 available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 6 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 35.84 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Children's club/arcade access
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Parking
  • Pool access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

You need to know

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number 199512510011

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Grand Pacific Palisades?

Grand Pacific Palisades offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Pacific Palisades?

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Pacific Palisades on Dec 18, 2025 start from $175.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Grand Pacific Palisades?

This hotel is situated in Carlsbad Ranch, just steps from SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium, and within a 10-minute walk of LEGOLAND® California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. You'll also find Carlsbad Premium Outlets and The Crossings at Carlsbad less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Grand Pacific Palisades?

Yes, covered parking is offered for USD 35.84 per stay with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades have a casino on the premises?

No, Grand Pacific Palisades doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Grand Pacific Palisades?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs. Guests have pool access between 9 AM and 10 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Grand Pacific Palisades?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and 2 restaurants.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy 2 spa tubs at this hotel.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Grand Pacific Palisades has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Grand Pacific Palisades though service animals are welcome.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Grand Pacific Palisades?

The closest major airport to Grand Pacific Palisades is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 2.8 mi away (5 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 29.6 mi away (35-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Grand Pacific Palisades?

Yes, every guestroom at Grand Pacific Palisades comes with a balcony with some featuring resort views.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Grand Pacific Palisades if that's in your vacation plans.