Grand Pacific Palisades

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

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

Family Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 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

Near beach, shopping .Your stay at this Carlsbad hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of 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 - 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
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rubio's Coastal Grill - ‬14 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)

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

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

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 35.84 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Grand Pacific Palisades to the airport?

Grand Pacific Palisades is 2.8 mi (5-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 Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Pacific Palisades on Sep 9, 2025 start from $167.49, 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.

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 3.7 mi (12-min drive) from Carlsbad State Beach and 7 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. 624 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charlene Thel

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

KRISTA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This property was in a great location. It was within walking distance to Legoland, and it was very spacious. The beach was a short drive away. The only issue we had was the elevator broke, and I had to make 3 trips to the car with my luggage down the stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pool cold. Elevator broken- only access to 3rd floor by stairs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lexi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had an amazing time for my little one’s birthday party. Great views and friendly staff. Huge rooms to comfortably fit everyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alice

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great! Room was clean and they accommodated side by side rooms for my big party! Ohhhh and they allowed us to check in slightly earlier! Service was just great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Cody

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property presented its self nicely. It was very kid friendly. There was plenty of room for our family of 6. There were parts of the condo that you could tell it was an older.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ambrose, Lynnwood

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Pool was nice, property was quiet, walking distance to Lego land, friendly staffs. Possible rodent in room (food left out on kitchen counter was found bit into when return to room), obvious stains on chairs and sofa (needed to cover with towels before sitting). Water pressure can be a bit stronger (didn’t feel completely clean even after showers). BIGGEST COMPLAINT OF PROPERTY: I FOUND IT VERY RUDE TO RECEIVED A TEXT MESSAGE AFTER CHECKING OUT TO BE TOLD TO DO THINGS SUCH AS BEGGING TRASH AND OTHER CHORES ON THE NEXT VISIT!! A COMPLETE TURN OFF AND WILL REALLY RECONSIDER STAYING THERE AGAIN IN THE FUTURE 😡😡😡😡
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

There were several mice.

Mice infestation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Betty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Unfortunately there was not room service, They charged me a resort fee of $38.00 when i checked in. I then asked about a spa or massage area and was informed they dont have one. I asked about the resort fee and the front desk person said" we have heated pools. So staying there was over 300.00 for I night. Not happy..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

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

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here with my family. So much to do after a day at the parks/museums.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raul

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Mice or Rats inside the unit

We had a really bad experience here, sink toilet blocked, elevator not working that made our checkout really hard carrying everything through the stairs. We saw multiple mice or rats dropping in the kitchen. We reported it, it was cleaned and the next morning we saw even more. Management was really poor dealing with this, it is very frustrating to have to deal with this while traveling with your baby, last night we couldn’t sleep thinking about about and if they were going to enter the room or our beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and staff were friendly. Liked there was a restaurant next door to walk to.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel especially if you have young kids. Our daughters played at
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Beautiful

Beautiful stay with the most beautiful scenic walk
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place and good service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAURIE, HUNTINGTON BEACH

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has many options of Restaurants, Shopping, Theme Parks & Ocean Beach fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lidia

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

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025