9 San Diego Resorts for Your End-of-Summer Staycation

LEGOLAND Hotel

Make this summer one to remember with a staycation at the LEGOLAND hotel. Your LEGO-loving kid will flip for themed rooms, including Ninjago, Pirates, Adventure and LEGO-Friends. Overnight packages come with all the perks including, 2-Day Hopper Tickets, free breakfast all day and early park access. Families can enjoy the pool, LEGO decor everywhere and fun activities like the in-room treasure hunt.

Bonus! Don’t miss the newly opened THE LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD and its three new rides. 

Online: legoland.com

Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn offers several special rates and packages that make booking a stay here a must, like their Fall Sale offers 45% off your stay if you book by September 1. This sweet escape will make your staycation memorable and worthwhile. Your family will enjoy swimming, wandering the beautiful grounds, golf, movie night at the pool, lawn games, stargazing and the new falconry encounter program. This destination resort will help your fam relax and rejuvenate during the final dog days of summer.

Online: ranchobernardoinn.com

North Park Neighborhood at The Lafayette Hotel

Check out the hip North Park neighborhood with a stay at The Lafayette Hotel. This retro boutique hotel has a playful, historic vibe and families will love amenities such as bunk beds and chalkboard wall in the Suze Suite and the famed Weissmuller Olympic Pool. When you’re ready to explore, Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are a hop, skip and jump away. Plus save on your San Diego Zoo tickets with this hotel special running through the summer. 

Online: lafayettehotelsd.com

Pacific Beach at the Catamaran Resort Hotel

Channel Polynesian vibes in Pacific Beach at the Catamaran Resort Hotel. With tiki torches, lush landscaping and Mission Bay in the backyard, you’ll all be in that vacation state-of-mind. This beachfront hotel is made for relaxing but also full-on fun with water sports, poolside entertainment and a daily exotic bird show. Ready to hit some bigger waves? The Pacific Ocean is right across the street and ready for boogie boarding, boardwalk bike rides and beach volleyball. Hotel guests will also enjoy movies on the bay lei-making, hula lessons and so many more summer-themed activities.

Online: catamaranresort.com

Seaside at Loews Coronado Bay Resort

Skip the plane ride and soak in every last minute of summer break with a staycation at Loews Coronado Bay Resort. This tranquil property is located on a 15-acre peninsula with stunning views of San Diego. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported to paradise right outside your backdoor with three pools, including one children’s pool and one family pool. Special extras like chilled fruit, beach toys and a Pool Concierge also make vacation mode come easy. When you’re ready for more fun, head to the beach, rent kayaks, sign up for surf lessons or hop aboard a sailboat for a relaxing sail from their private marina.

Online: loewshotels.com

Carlsbad West Inn and Suites

A stay at the West Inn and Suites in Carlsbad means that Fido can come too! Start your day with fantastic complimentary extras, like the free hot breakfast buffet. Don’t forget to make time to check out the nearby beach or splash in the saltwater pool. The hotel is just a hop, skip and jump from LEGOLAND. And for the perfect ending to an already great day, check out the fresh cookies and milk reception at bedtime. Sweet dreams!

Online: westinnandsuites.com

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa