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Carlsbad Hotel Guide. Hotels in Rancho Ponderosa, Carlsbad, United States of America

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Our top choices for Rancho Ponderosa hotels

A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

1. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Rancho Ponderosa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,685 reviews)
"Excellent location with very large rooms."
United States
Marie
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.

2. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,065 reviews)
"Reasonable price and close to everything !!"
United States
April
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a window with a view of a parking lot and buildings.

3. Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
2.0 star property
4.5 km from Rancho Ponderosa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Good beach hotel, clean and comfortable room. Good solid choice, gets the job done and would stay again. Good location."
United States
Samantha
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas
Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

4. Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great Hill Beach property to stay at close to everything including restaurants and grocery stores!"
United States
James
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Leucadia Beach Inn
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

5. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
7.4 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,170 reviews)
"Everything we imagined, our stay was exceptional!"
United States
Jesse
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

6. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,840 reviews)
"Great relaxing getaway !"
United States
Tracy
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Lakehouse Resort
A staircase with wooden railings leading to a beach, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

7. Rodeway Inn Encinitas North

Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
2.0 star property
4.9 km from Rancho Ponderosa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Good area to stay at. Liquor store is walking distance and a nice private beach open to everyone."
United States
Luis
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Rodeway Inn Encinitas North
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

8. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
City Center, 10.2 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,078 reviews)
"The staff always nice and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Anthony
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
West Inn & Suites
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

9. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
Bressi Ranch, 6.5 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Lizette
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

10. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
South Beach, 6.5 km from Rancho Ponderosa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"Great location, great amenities, great staff!"
United States
Michael
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

11. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
Aviara, 6.4 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"We loved our stay"
United States
Christine
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center, 6.4 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay so did my family"
United States
Oscar
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

13. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Rancho Ponderosa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,174 reviews)
"Nice hotel and good breakfast"
United States
Brenda
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
South Beach, 6.9 km from Rancho Ponderosa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,731 reviews)
"My prefer to hotel to stay when I come to Carlsbad."
United States
Victoria E
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

15. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (640 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Moonlight Beach Motel
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

16. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center, 6.3 km from Rancho Ponderosa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Super clean and friendly staff."
United States
Rosa
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center, 6.5 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay, the room was clean and quiet."
United States
cynthia
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central island with bar stools.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
3.0 star property
Aviara, 6.3 km from Rancho Ponderosa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Katherine
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center, 7.6 km from Rancho Ponderosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice. Great location, good pool, and nice room."
United States
John
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
10.5 km from Rancho Ponderosa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,016 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was close to where we needed to go."
United States
R
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
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Where to stay in Rancho Ponderosa

Find the best Rancho Ponderosa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Carlsbad Village

If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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City Center

If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.

A sandy beach with a lifeguard tower and people walking along the shore.

North Beach

While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach.

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South Beach

If you're spending some time in South Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Olde Carlsbad

While visiting Olde Carlsbad, you might make a stop by sights like The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails.

Top Rancho Ponderosa Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place to stay and convenient to places like restaurants, shopping mall, office businesses, etc"
Osel 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Frequently asked questions

What is Rancho Ponderosa like?
Travellers to the Rancho Ponderosa neighbourhood in Carlsbad will be sure to enjoy their stay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rancho Ponderosa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Rancho Ponderosa.
What is there to do around this Carlsbad neighbourhood?
Stagecoach Park, Encinitas Ranch Golf Course and La Costa Golf Courses - North and South are just a few of the places to visit in and around Rancho Ponderosa. While you're out sightseeing in Carlsbad, make sure that you visit other sights such as Soul of Yoga or Batiquitos Lagoon.