From the moment you enter the gates of La Costa Resort and Spa, you are embraced by the picturesque beauty and leisurely charm of its coastal California lifestyle. Within this quaint village setting, you'll discover an idyllic Southern California getaway nestled among 400 lush garden acres. Just minutes from the beach in Carlsbad, CA, this coastal luxury resort is a haven of rejuvenation, comfort and escape where you can do it all or, if preferred, nothing at all.

The facilities

The picturesque resort offers an impressive array of recreation options. Five outdoor pools, some with waterslides, 17 tennis courts, an athletic club and five championship golf courses are on site. Guests unwind at the exceptional spa, offering an extensive treatment menu, Roman waterfall showers, a serene courtyard for adults only, and sauna. Dining options include BlueFire Grill, a chic Mission-style restaurant with local produce and fish and an outdoor patio with fire pits and fountains.

The rooms

La Costa's cosy guestrooms are outfitted with crisp bedlinens, plush furniture and custom-designed workspaces. All guestrooms encircle a peaceful courtyard with large Jacuzzis and lounging hammocks, some with private terraces. Bathrooms all have oversized marble showers, and many have luxe separate soaking tubs and dual vanities.