Park Hyatt Aviara, Carlsbad

Park Hyatt Aviara - A luxury coastal resort with golf, spa, and ocean views

Park Hyatt Aviara, a Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond resort, spans 200 lush acres overlooking Batiquitos Lagoon and the Pacific Ocean. The property features 327 rooms, including suites with balconies, 55" LED smart TVs, and marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs. Guests can dine at five on-site restaurants, including Ponto Lago, specializing in fresh seafood under Chef Richard Blais. The 3200-square-foot pool includes a two-story waterslide, while the spa offers 20 treatment rooms, steam rooms, and a coed solarium. An 18-hole Arnold Palmer-designed golf course, six tennis courts, and shuttle service to Carlsbad Premium Outlets are available. Nearby landmarks include The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch (2.5 miles) and South Ponto Beach (2 miles).

Pros

The resort features an 18-hole Arnold Palmer-designed golf course, the only one of its kind in coastal California.

Six tennis courts, including Har-Tru clay courts and stadium seating, cater to sports enthusiasts.

The spa includes 20 treatment rooms, aromatic steam rooms, and a coed solarium lounge.

Five dining options, including a restaurant by celebrity Chef Richard Blais, offer varied culinary experiences.

Private cabanas at the Ocean View Pool Deck provide a relaxed setting with lagoon and ocean views.

Cons

The family pool area, featuring a waterslide, may be crowded during peak seasons.

The resort’s secluded hillside location requires a car or shuttle for off-site exploration.