This family-friendly spa property lies secluded amid 200 acres of verdant hillsides and rolling valleys within the master-planned community of Aviara. The hotel's Spanish colonial architecture welcomes guests with a sense of casual elegance. The property comprises a total of 329 rooms, including 19 suites and 25 junior suites. Facilities on offer to guests at this air-conditioned establishment include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, a hairdressing salon and a games room. There is a TV lounge and the younger guests can enjoy the children's playground and the kids' club. There is a cafe, a bar and a restaurant and guests will appreciate the conference facilities and Internet access. They can also take advantage of the room and laundry services. There is covered garage parking for those arriving by car and it is also possible to hire bicycles on the premises.

This property is located on California's sun-drenched Pacific coast, close to the seaside community of Carlsbad. It lies on the north shore of the Batiquitos Lagoon, which is a vast protected wildlife sanctuary and an enclave of natural beauty. Guests will find Carlsbad and Legoland a 10-minute drive away and it is 20 minutes by car to Del Mar and the Oceanside Transit bus station. The hotel lies 25 minutes' from SeaWorld, 40 minutes to the Qualcomm Stadium and 45 minutes' drive from San Diego, San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park.

Guests may select their continental breakfast from a buffet and the midday and evening meals may also be enjoyed in buffet form, as a set menu or à la carte.