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Grand Pacific Palisades

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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

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  • Resort view
  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • Resort view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Carlsbad Ranch stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Carlsbad Ranch hotel, you'll find SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium and LEGOLAND® California. Also, Flower Fields of Carlsbad is within half a mile (1 km) and Carlsbad Premium Outlets is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • LEGOLAND® California - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • GIA Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Knights' Smokehouse BBQ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rubio's Coastal Grill - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Grand Pacific Palisades

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium
As a guest of Grand Pacific Palisades, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs along with a sauna, a fitness center, 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 center and 3 meeting rooms are available. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Grand Pacific Palisades. For a fee, parking is available.

This Mediterranean Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1999
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
Grand Pacific Palisades offers 90 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchens with coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. In-room wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

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
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.

Property payment types

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 center 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 199512510011

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 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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Grand Pacific Palisades Resort Hotel Carlsbad
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Grand Pacific Palisades to the airport?

Grand Pacific Palisades is 2.9 mi (6-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Pacific Palisades on Apr 12, 2026 start from $247, including 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.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Grand Pacific Palisades.

How close is Grand Pacific Palisades to the beach?

This hotel is 3.3 mi (11-min drive) from Carlsbad State Beach and 7.1 mi (9-min drive) from Moonlight State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Grand Pacific Palisades offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Grand Pacific Palisades, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 30 for adults, USD 10 and 30 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Grand Pacific Palisades?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Grand Pacific Palisades?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Grand Pacific Palisades?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 35.84 per stay.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades have a pool?

Grand Pacific Palisades features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Grand Pacific Palisades have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Grand Pacific Palisades to downtown Carlsbad?

Grand Pacific Palisades is 3.1 mi away from Carlsbad.

Grand Pacific Palisades Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 637 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lidia

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rose, at the front desk was very helpful and went above to answer all of our questions and help make our vacation memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Eunice, Oxnard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great, especially for families with children. It has a heated pool, splash pad, playground, and hot tube. Also great to have a full kitchen. Excellent views.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing ambiance. Great for children. Quick walk to Legoland.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First of
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALDO, HEBER

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

tiffani

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family friendly.

Staff was very helpful and friendly. Was able to borrow sand toys to take the Beach and they had complimentary swim diapers available. My daughter loved the activities that are planned daily. The size of the room with the full kitchen made our stay comfortable. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was incredibly spacious. Lots of amenities. Loved that it was in walking distance to Legoland.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Had a great gentleman check us in. The woman who worked the register on the right side should probably not be your customer service person. Checked all the boxes but condescending and rude with a smile. Bothered I was asking questions and hoping to pass me off anywhere where possible. Loved the room, amenities and all else. She took up head space on a family trip for a bit and that was annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

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

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fire alarm wouldn’t stop going off at property after they had a fire in the activity room the day we checked in. One of the two elevators was shut down and they put us in the furthest room possible from the work elevator. Mind you this all happened while we were waiting for 2+ hours after check in time for our room to be ready with zero perks or comps for the troubles. The only reason I’d ever stay here again is for it’s proximity to Legoland.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Toronto

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The overall facility in the common areas (not including the lobby) is a bit dated. The condo rooms were nice. Though the couch was a bit hard to sit on for a long period. Everything else was fine. The elevator situation was bad. Most people using one elevator shaft since another was out of service. And it appears it is a prolonged outage. - they built a bridge to accommodate it. Wish breakfast was included. The price you pay it should be good but it’s on par with free breakfast at holiday inn… my kids likes the splash pad, the activity room and arcade. Though the fire alarms got old.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo, Yuma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rozlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closeness to parks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025