Hotel Spotlight: Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

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Set on 250 acres with gorgeous views of Batiquitos Lagoon, the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa is in North County San Diego and wows guests with its incredibly beautiful grounds and luxe amenities. Not only is the luxury hotel home to both golf and racquet clubs, but the Miraval Spa adds a wellness focus with daily programming and personalized treatments.

The resort is spacious enough for both families and couples to comfortably coexist, with programming and unique experiences so you can be as busy (or chill) as you want. Venture off site to check out area beaches and charming downtown Carlsbad, both less than 15 minutes away.

One of our top bookers for the Park Hyatt Aviara, Fora Advisor Nadiah Ford raved about the personalized service her family experienced, including welcome gifts for the kids (Legos for her son and Taylor Swift bracelets for her daughter). 

“My husband and I enjoyed the incredible Miraval Spa and started each morning with a sound bath meditation while the kids slept in,” she said.

To start planning your trip to our number one booked hotel in Carlsbad, connect with a Fora Advisor and learn how to unlock Hyatt Privé perks, like free breakfast, a property credit, an upgrade and extended check-in/out whenever possible.

Stylish guest rooms and suites with balconies

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A huge plus at this resort is that all the rooms have balconies, the perfect space for that first cup of coffee. Rooms have understated and streamlined decor, with marble bathrooms and bathtubs. Standard rooms have king beds, and there’s even the option for two king beds if your group really wants to spread out. For tranquil Batiquitos Lagoon vistas, request a room that boasts a coastal view from its balcony, perfect for savoring a coffee or a pre-dinner cocktail.

For those who want more space, splurge on a suite. These add large living rooms, multiple balconies and guest bathrooms, and some feature amenities like a fire pit or even a putting green (in the Palmer Suite).

Multiple on-site dining experiences

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The Park Hyatt Aviara Resort has two main restaurants, plus a few other spots to grab a bite. For local flavors in a fine dining setting, head to Ponto Lago, where fresh seafood and Baja-inspired cuisine take center stage. Dishing up a laid-back menu (and extensive wine menu) by Chef Richard Blais, Ember & Rye is a steakhouse with a bistro vibe and terrace seating above the 18th hole. For a special night out, reserve private dining space with a custom menu at either restaurant.

For more casual bites, the resort has a bar (Pacific Point) that serves small plates, as well as a poolside option for sandwiches, salad and cocktails. And if you need something in between, there’s always room service or the Aviara Market, stocked with snacks, grab-and-go bites and coffee.

A sanctuary of wellness

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Known for a holistic approach to wellness, Miraval Life in Balance Spa Aviara is more than just massages and a fitness center. Guests can reset with the spa’s herbal-infused treatments or opt for a wellness-focused journey, which includes an itinerary of treatments, classes and mindfulness activities. Choose from innovative options like hanging silks classes (like aerial acrobatics), mindful stretching and floating meditation.

“A highlight at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort is the new Miraval Life in Balance Spa, the first Miraval Spa to open at a non-Miraval resort,” Fora Advisor and local San Diegan Chanda Daly said. “In addition to excellent spa treatments, it offers daily activities, such as cooking classes, aerial yoga, guided lagoon walks, bungee fitness and singing bowls floating meditation.”

The spa also has beauty treatments, perfect for a bit of glam before a night out. Get a refreshed glow with a hydrafacial, or freshen up your nails with a mani/pedi.

And when it’s time for meals, there’s even a spa menu and cooking classes so you can take some skills home. Learn which smoothie ingredients give you more energy, make tortillas from scratch or craft the perfect cocktail (or mocktail) with fresh juices.

Prime location for golfers, beach lovers & more

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Less than an hour north of San Diego International Airport, the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort is perfectly positioned for enjoying all that Southern California has to offer. Nearby Carlsbad is a perfect stop for lunch, with tree-lined streets packed with laid-back terrace cafes and boutique shopping. Beach lovers can take their pick of several nearby, like South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Surf Beach. Check with the concierge to book guided hiking or kayaking tours.

Named Southern California’s top golf resort by Condé Nast Traveler, the Aviara Golf Club is well known for its 18-hole golf course, which was designed by Arnold Palmer. The course is set among rolling hills and has some water features, plus you can get a lesson from a pro, get fitted at the performance center or go all-in by attending Aviara Golf Academy.

Tennis enthusiasts will love the resort’s facilities for racquet sports, which include five tennis and four pickleball courts. There’s even stadium seating for tournaments. And for those sunny California days, large adult and family pools are the place to cool off. Couples can reserve a plush cabana with poolside service, while families won’t want to miss the two-story waterslides and kids’ pool.

To book the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort and to unlock VIP perks (or for other inspiration on your Southern California getaway), reach out to a Fora Advisor.