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Top Cardiff-by-the-Sea 5 Star hotels

L'Auberge Del Mar

1540 Camino Del Mar Del Mar CA

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$445 nightly

$503 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, 2 outdoor tennis courts, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (887 reviews)

"The best part of this property was the ocean view from the lobby entrance and dining area. That’s what you’re paying for. Other than that, the king room was mediocre with a small bathroom and little counter space."

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026

Fairmont Grand Del Mar

5300 Grand Del Mar Court San Diego CA

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$603 nightly

$695 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

This luxury hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. There's fun for all ages with a children's club and a children's pool, and babysitting ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

"Restaurant inside hotel was horrible don’t even try it"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

2100 N Coast Highway 101 Encinitas CA

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$466 nightly

$513 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Spend a day at the beach surfing, or relax with sun loungers ...

The Lodge at Torrey Pines

11480 N Torrey Pines Rd La Jolla CA

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$511 nightly

$588 total

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Total with taxes and fees

This luxury hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

"Everything was great. I do not like the 3 or 5% surcharges and I have to make a point of saying that"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

5951 Linea Del Cielo Rancho Santa Fe CA

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$429 nightly

$464 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (190 reviews)

"Of all of my stays in this area, this was my least favorite hotel. First, although bungalow sounds luxurious, the room is actually in a row of rooms so more like a motel. The outside faces a parking lot so no view. Like any other motel it has two tiny windows so little light in the room. Further, ..."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

7100 Aviara Resort Drive Carlsbad CA

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$547 nightly

$613 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

This luxury resort features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Bring the family and enjoy the children's pool, waterslide, and arcade/game ...

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

5921 Valencia Circle Rancho Santa Fe CA

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$1,031 nightly

$1,115 total

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 outdoor pools are all featured at this luxury resort. Families will appreciate the playground, complimentary bicycles, ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (149 reviews)

"This resort is dreamy! The staff is incredible and sweet!"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego

7210 Blue Heron Pl Carlsbad CA

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$698 nightly

$783 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 hot tubs are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. There's fun for all ages with a children's club and a children's ...

Encinitas Luxury Getaway Home Hms-606

606 Hermes Avenue Encinitas CA

A restaurant, free self parking, and a coffee shop are among this vacation home's amenities. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden, a free grocery shopping ...

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Cardiff-by-the-Sea Resorts & 5 Star Hotels

Looking for your own little slice of heaven during your next trip? Check out all the best 5-star hotels in Cardiff-by-the-Sea to make sure your trip is as extravagantly comfortable as you expect.

Whether you plan on staying in your room the whole time or getting out and enjoying the city, you’ll be living the life while staying at your luxury accommodation. With so many amenities at your beck and call, you might try to turn your stay into a staycation!

Many of the 5-star hotels have award-winning restaurants you can dine at, as well as plush bedding and a concierge service to take care of your every need. Most also offer pools and modern fitness centers, not to mention high-speed Wi-Fi.

For your next trip, book a hotel that can be your own little hideaway, whether you’re in town for business or leisure. Cardiff-by-the-Sea 5-star hotels provide you with all the comforts and amenities you expect from a sophisticated hotel, with a staff that’s happy to ensure you have everything you need to feel at home.

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