The best hotel/resort gym I've experienced! Open, natural lighting, full equipment, spacious…read more I have my fair share of travels and my mind keeps coming back to welk gym!

My husband and I were lured in to tour the The Welk in Escondido location with a weeks vacation to…read moreany destination only to find out the week vacation was a motel and not a resort. Don't fall for the misleading promotion. Its all a SCAM!!!!!!!

Celebrated our 60th birthday here, and had a blast! We had dinner at Hells Kitchen! The beef…read moreWellington and lobster riscuito lived up to the 5 star reviews. We had the best customer service with the staff and even won in the casino! Highly recommend!

It's a property great for players. But if you are not into gaming like myself, It's probably not a…read moregood fit for you, especially in winter. There's not much to do within the property or in the neighborhood. The suite is nice with a really big patio. The restaurant is not bad with the great outdoor seating in good weather.

We stayed at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort last week to try Ponto Lago for restaurant week. The resort…read moreis stunning and staff is very hospitable and welcoming. The front desk welcomes you and goes over the layout of the resort very well as it's very big! They also offered a golf cart tour. The amenities are great and the restaurant Ponto Lago was amazing. They have a 4 course dining options for $60 during restaurant week. I highly recommend recommend visiting the Resort and restaurant as its worth the visit!

On May 15, 2026, what should have been a relaxing dinner at Ember & Rye at Park Hyatt Aviara became…read morean incredibly upsetting experience. My husband had just finished working six consecutive shifts at the fire department, and we were simply looking forward to a nice evening together. As we entered the parking lot, two men in a golf cart crossed in front of our vehicle. My husband honked, and there was later a brief verbal exchange about what had happened. There were no threats or physical confrontation from us, and we believed the matter was over. Later, while we were still seated at our dinner table, a woman we had never met approached us and began questioning us about the parking-lot interaction. She told us that she and her husband were club members, repeatedly referenced their membership, said she had never seen us there before, and told us she "didn't want any problems in the future." I cannot speak to what she intended, but the encounter made both of us feel intimidated, unwelcome, and extremely uncomfortable. We later learned that an Aviara Country Club member event was being held at the restaurant that evening. After dinner, we discovered that our vehicle had been extensively damaged while parked on the property. Carlsbad Police investigated, and surveillance footage from the property documented what occurred. An individual associated with the earlier parking-lot encounter became the alleged suspect during the investigation. Our vehicle ultimately sustained nearly $15,000 in repair costs. I am intentionally not identifying anyone or making any statement about guilt. I am simply describing what my husband and I experienced that evening. What has disappointed us most is Park Hyatt Aviara's response afterward. I personally contacted hotel management and was told that Hyatt was cooperating with police, which we appreciated. We were also told that someone from Aviara Golf Club management would contact us to discuss what happened. That call never came. I understand that a hotel cannot control the actions of every person on its property, and I am not assigning legal responsibility to Hyatt. My concern is how we were treated as guests after such a serious and disturbing experience. We experienced an uncomfortable confrontation during dinner, left to discover nearly $15,000 in damage to our vehicle, and had to involve law enforcement. Yet we never felt the level of concern, communication, or follow-through we expected from a five-star property. That is what has been most disappointing. We chose Park Hyatt Aviara because we expected exceptional hospitality and guest care consistent with the Park Hyatt name. Instead, we left feeling uncomfortable, unsupported, and profoundly disappointed. I sincerely hope Park Hyatt Aviara considers how guests are cared for when something goes seriously wrong during their visit.

We live nearby, but Omni La Costa has become our favorite place for a staycation whenever we're…read morecelebrating with family or a big group of friends. One of the biggest reasons we keep coming back is Scott, the front desk manager. Scott has helped our family over the years and always goes above and beyond. We celebrated a family member's birthday this past weekend and had a few special requests when booking our room. He was so kind and thoughtful in accommodating us, and he helped make the whole weekend feel special. Scott truly represents the hospitality we've come to love at Omni La Costa. We wanted to recognize him and say a big thank you for helping make this celebration so wonderful!

Back for another conference... this time, I packed more comfortable heels but the walking…read more(particularly with suitcases) is still annoying, especially when it's warm outside, which was the case when we arrived. Also, it rained one evening, and I got soaked going back to my room. They should do a better job of having golf carts ready to take people to their rooms, since the property is so spread out. Also, this property still feels verrrrry dated. And the room? The bathroom was nicely updated, which I appreciated. But the rest of the room was, again, damp feeling and smelling. I turned the a/c down to 66, and this did help get rid of the dampness: of course I had to take the blanket/covers off of the 2nd bed to stay warm enough. Is this a luxury property? Not by a long shot. Things to note: no real glasses or coffee cups/mugs in the room. No bottled water in the room (even to purchase,) which many of us found very disappointing and inconvenient. At breakfast the next day, we all complained about having to drink tap water in our rooms. The food during the conference was actually quite excellent! I was pleasantly surprised at the quality, flavors, and options available to us. Overall, it was an inconsistent experience... some highs but too many lows. Again.

We experienced a wonderful day at the spa. We had a couples massage and it was amazing…read more My therapist was Elisa and she was incredible! I have been getting monthly massage treatments at my local spot for 20 years. I can honestly say, that the treatment that I received from Elisa, was the best I have ever had!! Thank you Elisa and to the entire team.

I've been going here for years- usually annually for my birthday as a special retreat; Really love…read morethe Balancing Gemstone Massage &/or Deep Tissue Massage. Depending on my energy level, I will sometimes take a yoga class prior to my massage. If this review were solely for the Spa, it would be hands down a 5 star! However, it is also for the restaurant by the pool where most of us go post-treatment for lunch. Yesterday I had Lila, & as soon as I put in my order, she had asked if I were staying there & since I was not a hotel guest, she asked me upfront for my card on file. Typically when I have gone there for lunch, they wait until the end to charge you out and/or assist you with the bill. It felt a bit off, considering that after I sat down, another Caucasian lady and her daughter found a spot to sit near me. Alex was their server, & as he took the order, he didn't ask if they were hotel guests &/or if he could put their card on file. Later I happened to walk by the bar area where the servers hang out, & I asked to speak with Lila. I let her know I have been coming here for years & no one has ever asked for me to give them my card on file upfront. I asked her if they have had a few Dine n' Dash situations? She let me know she has been there under a year but she has been asking for cards b/c some people think their food is taken care of when they leave the pool & then check out for their treatments. As a result, they are out of tips and can't go after the customers. I told her it is disappointing to hear that at such a nice place at Rancho Valencia that people would do such a thing. Even if people are coming for the first time, most humans would ask what is the best way to charge out and work it out with the waiter and/or when I have been there, the waiter or waitress will ask if I need anything else, and if not, then they will bring me the check (or I tell them hey I am ready to cash out). I had just had a fabulous massage with Noel (who is my new favorite therapist there) so to have this awkward experience when I am ready to eat and relax by the pool was really not great. To be fair, there are regulars who go there, but it was clear that she didn't recognize me & so decided to ask me upfront for my card. Whereas Alex another server, helping customers next to me, didn't ask the Caucasian lady for her card upfront. And what is so funny is that when the Caucasian lady got her food, the order was all wrong - they put dressing in her salad, put tofu on the side, and put bacon in her salad when she asked for bacon to be taken out etc. Alex was super apologetic for the mix-up in the kitchen, and the whole time I kept thinking, I wished he were my server because he was so nice and treated the lady next to me the way I have always been treated -when I have come here. Lila was more defensive and kept saying "Oh we ask for cards here and you can speak to my manager etc." I didn't come out and ask why there was a disparity from how she asked for my card upfront versus how other servers just took orders like a normal restaurant and then let guests relax and pay at the end. I still love this SPA and will come to get a treatment, but the inequality I felt from being asked for my card upfront was a subtle jab that made my overall experience not as pleasant.

Rancho Bernardo Inn is a magical place for me and my husband. Before we were married we stumbled…read moreupon RBI to eat lunch at one of their restaurants while visiting the area for his birthday. The grounds struck us as so beautiful. We walked around sharing the same thought that someday we would get married here. In 2018 my husband and I had an incredible wedding in one of the Rancho Bernardo Inn ballrooms. The staff made everything so special. When we went back to visit for our anniversary years later, we were treated with such kindness and hospitality. Rancho Bernardo Inn is forever in our hearts. We've had delicious experiences with each of the restaurants as well. The catering at our wedding was also spot on. When we walk the grounds of this place, it feels like a destination that transports us to a magical place. I will forever love Rancho Bernardo Inn and will continue to visit on anniversaries to come. Thank you.

We recently booked a weekend stay at Rancho Bernardo Inn hoping for a luxury resort experience, but…read moreunfortunately, it was marked by severe understaffing and poor service recovery. Service & Dining: Breakfast at Veranda started off on a bad foot with an unattended host stand, an unwelcoming greeting, and a 20-30 minute wait, forcing us to pivot to the coffee shop. While the coffee shop team was sweet, they were visibly understaffed and running low on basic inventory. Food overall across the property was unimpressive for the price point. Housekeeping: The biggest issue was returning to our room late in the evening after being away for over 10 hours, only to find it hadn't been serviced at all. Management: When we texted about our disappointment, management gave us cold, dismissive, copy-pasted responses rather than taking accountability. To top it off, shortly after giving us canned answers, they sent an automated text begging for a 5-star TripAdvisor review! Verdict: The property itself is lovely, but the level of service, staffing shortages, and indifferent management fall far short of high-end standards. Wouldn't recommend for travelers expecting a reliable, high-touch resort stay.

This place is like a Disneyland for adults and I can't wait to come back. I went alone and made the…read moremost beautiful friends for life. I went for Lisa Hubbard's Pilates week and she was phenomenal. For being healthy food, the food was amazing and I probably ate too much of it lol. The activities were amazing. The place is legit like traveling to a five star resort in Tuscany and breathtaking. The servers were amazing, particularly Devon, James, Jacob and Jordan. I loved Victoria- she was a hoot and really listened to me and helped me achieve some of my goals on this trip. Kristen was a great person to talk to life coach- I could talk to her all day. The staff was so accommodating you can even text them all day long if you wanted to ask them for snacks or whatever else you need. I can't say enough good things and I can't wait to go back. also big shout out to the chef we made our own pasta with him and it was the best pasta I've ever had. And also biggest shout out to John the owner he would have dinner with us and was so friendly and had the best stories. Thank you so much.

Sublime. Could not get a more perfect 4 days. The classes, staff, spa, room, accommodations were…read moreamazing. Could not imagine a more perfect girls trip to reset. Cannot wait until I can return.

What a wonderful experience and vacation spent here with the family! We absolutely loved our stay…read morehere! We stayed at a King Bed suite and it was lovely. For us parents, it was quite relaxing - the bed was nice, the living room space and the kitchen was perfect to store all the extra food and snacks we needed to have for our kids. It was peaceful and beautiful! For our kids, they absolutely loved the swimming pools, water park like swimming pools, the playground and the arcade. This is seriously paradise for children! Everything a child dreams of as a vacation is located in this place! My children still talk about the WELK when we discuss about travelling or staying at a hotel. It truly made an imprint on our family and is placed one of our favorite places to stay!

My 11-year-old daughter and I checked into Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk . When we returned…read morearound midnight from an event, our key no longer worked. After verifying my ID, the front desk issued a new key. We opened the door to find a stranger staying in our room. Our luggage was gone, and someone was inside the bedroom. Frightened, we immediately left. Staff could not explain what happened or locate our belongings, including my daughter's medication. After hours of confusion, we drove 50 miles home at 2:00 AM. Our belongings were found the next morning, and I had to return to retrieve them. We received no meaningful explanation or apology and had to request a refund for a room we never used. This was a serious security failure with no accountability and my daughter is now scared to stay at a hotel. Very unfortunate experience all around.

Harrah's Bar - Ask for Casey!…read more If you're at Harrah's and looking for a solid drink and great conversation, do yourself a favor and head straight to the bar and ask for Casey. This guy knows his stuff--he makes a dynamite Bloody Mary that's easily one of the best I've had. Perfectly balanced, just the right amount of kick, and garnished like a pro. But what really makes Casey stand out is the way he handles the crowd. Whether it's a packed bar or a quiet afternoon, he knows how to read the room, connect with people, and make everyone feel welcome. You can tell he's a total professional but also genuinely enjoys what he does. Friendly, fast, and knows how to pour a drink--what more could you ask for? Harrah's is lucky to have him. Cheers to Casey!

Esteban is kind. I caught him. on amazing day.he made great drinks and remembered what customer…read moreservice was about I applause his professionalism. thank you Esteban.