Rancho Ponderosa, CA
Carlsbad
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LEGOLAND® California
The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.

Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

South Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

Tamarack Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
Flower Fields of Carlsbad
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.
Carlsbad Premium Outlets
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your visit to Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.
Rancho Ponderosa Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
We loved the property. We just wished they had free breakfast.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Awesome resort with beautiful surroundings, clean rooms and great amenities. Front desk staff was rude and did not honored expedia gold status perks. Anyway I would definitely come back for a longer stay.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Room was very comfortable and clean staff was very nice
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
I do wish we had more of an ocean view. If I knew when booking to make sure its not partial instead. Which is what happened. It was still amazing!
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
The suite gave our family more space which is great, and there’s def a family vibe to the hotel. The kids loved the outward facing elevators and the feeding the koi fish.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

California Suites Hotel
Excellent service, clean rooms, and great coffee.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Rancho Ponderosa

La Costa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Costa and surrounding area, you can visit La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.

La Costa Oaks South
La Costa Oaks South might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Aviara
Set in the hills of southern Carlsbad, this resort neighborhood boasts stunning ocean and lagoon views, with the luxurious Park Hyatt Resort and the renowned Aviara Golf Club as its main attractions. Just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego, it's a golfer's paradise.

Spinnaker Hill
While Spinnaker Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and Batiquitos Lagoon.

Bressi Ranch
When in Bressi Ranch, you can plan a visit to Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and LEGOLAND® California, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Poinsettia
While Poinsettia isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and Batiquitos Lagoon are some notable places to visit nearby.
