La Costa Resort
Location: 2100 Costa Del Mar Rd., Carlsbad, CA; 760-438-9111; www.lacosta.com
Price Range: $$$
If you're looking
for a coastal California retreat that appeals to mom, dad and the kids,
the La Costa Spa Resort is hard to beat.
This
gorgeous Mission-style beach resort is known for its world-class luxury
spa, tennis courts, golf courses and own private water park.
Located
just 15 miles north of San Diego and 10 minutes from sunny Carlsbad
beach, La Costa Resort has been drawing sports luminaries and movie
stars since its opening in 1965, and is one of the most popular spa
hotels in the county.
Tiger
Woods is no stranger to La Costa's two championship Dick Wilson golf
courses, while Venus Williams and Maria Sharapova have claimed titles
at the resort's world-class tennis center and clay courts.
If
that wasn't enough there are eight separate pools competing for your
attention. Toddlers will surely enjoy the warm 3-foot kiddie pool with
its sandy shore and beach toys, while adults can soak up the sun or
rent a private cabana at the resort pool.
Teens
are sure to enjoy the Vibz lounge, packed with tons of activities from
air hockey and pool tables to the latest video games.
In
2006, La Costa completed a $140 million dollar renovation, adding two
gourmet restaurants, redesigned Mission-style guest rooms and a new,
43,000-square-foot luxury spa and salon. It's no wonder this is one of
California's hottest spots for destination weddings.
Spa
at La Costa pampers guests with its serene courtyard pool and
strawberry-seed body exfoliation, while Deepak Chopra and David's
Simon's world-renowned Chopra Center specializes in daily yoga and
Ayurvedic spa therapies.
One of the best kept secrets is the Chopra Center's complimentary meditation sessions, offered twice daily.
It's a great way to start or end your day at this luxury 400-acre resort.
La Costa Resort is located at 2100 Costa Del Mar Rd., Carlsbad, CA; 760-438-9111; www.lacosta.com
