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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 star property

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8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
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8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, CA, 92026
  • The Oaks Course
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Escondido Country Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Moonlight Ampitheatre
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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47-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • 79 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room dining

Villa, 1 Bedroom (Villas on The Green)

  • 76 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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47-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Villas on The Green)

  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Villa, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub (Villas on the Green) | Living area

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub (Villas on the Green)

  • 76 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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47-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Villa, 1 Bdrm, Mountain View Accessible

  • 79 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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47-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

  • 148 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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47-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Suite, 1 Bdrm (Villas on Green) Accessible

  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

  • 135 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View | Living area

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Resort View

  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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In-room dining

Villa, 1 Bdrm (Villas on Green) Accessible

  • 76 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 Bdrm, Mountain View Accessible

  • 53 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Escondido

With a stay at Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area in Escondido, you'll be 16 mi (25.7 km) from San Diego Zoo Safari Park and 17.7 mi (28.4 km) from LEGOLAND® California. .This family-friendly hotel is 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from Carlsbad State Beach and 24.9 mi (40 km) from Del Mar Racetrack.

What's nearby

  • Twin Oaks Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • California Center For The Arts - 11 min drive
  • California State University San Marcos - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 22 min drive
  • LEGOLAND® California - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Oceanside Transit Center - 25 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Chabelita - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Escondido Moose Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Mountain Vineyard - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Family-friendly Escondido hotel in Lawrence Welk Resort Village with 8 outdoor swimming pools
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area offers 714 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Beds feature premium bedding. 47-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and DVD players. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy the facilities at the waterpark with waterslides. 8 outdoor swimming pools and 8 hot tubs are on site. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a health club, a sauna, and complimentary bicycles.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Elevate Day Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 714 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. 47-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can dip into one of the 8 outdoor swimming pools or 8 hot tubs. Additional amenities at this hotel include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Satisfy your appetite at Canyon Grille, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 poolside bars.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Escondido? This hotel has 4800 square feet (446 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 5 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Canyon Grille - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Pizza Hut - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Starbucks - This coffee shop specializes in American cuisine. Open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 20 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 20 per night)

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 poolside bars and 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Canyon Grille
  • Pizza Hut
  • Starbucks

Things to do

  • 8 outdoor pools
  • 6 outdoor tennis courts
  • 8 hot tubs
  • Fitness classes
  • Arcade/games room
  • Basketball
  • Bike parking
  • Bike storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Fitness centre
  • Free bike hire
  • Free water park access
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 8 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free water park access
  • Full-sized fridge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Playground
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Water slide

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Corner/local shop
  • Newspapers in reception
  • Reception hall
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Golf cart
  • Golf lessons
  • Golf pro shop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4800 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms - 5

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 47-inch LED TV
  • TV channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 1 2024 to April 30 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
The property will be renovating from November 1 2024 to April 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the swimming pools

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Outdoor pool

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 37.71 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Shuttle service
  • Hot tub access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 20 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 20 per night (rates may vary)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay and unit size

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

San Diego Welk Resort
Welk Resort
Welk Resorts San Diego Hotel Escondido
Welk Resort San Diego Escondido
Welk San Diego
Welk San Diego Escondido
Welk San Diego Resort
Welk Hotel Escondido
Welk Hotel San Diego
Welk Resort Escondido
Welk Resort San Diego Hotel Escondido
Welk Resorts San Diego Condo Escondido
Welk Resorts San Diego Condo
Welk Resorts San Diego Escondido
Welk Resorts San Diego
Welk Resorts San Diego Hotel

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 1113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 1113 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Business traveller, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So far a great experience. Very polite, friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
FAMILY VACATION JEWEL
Starting at the resort was an excellent experience. Some of the offerings were a little bit “cheesy” — but as far as the room and the environment — we were more than pleased. They were obvious in their desire to pitch a time-share “opportunity” — but not demanding that we invest the hour-and-a-half to hear their pitch. We elected to pass on the invitation, even though they offered $150 Visa card for participating. Basic rooms are nice, but ready for revival. Golf course is very beautiful and affordable, especially for guests she owners. AMAZING PLACE FOR FAMILIES!!! TAKE GRANDKIDS — pool areas are AMAZING. Fitness Center is TOP NOTCH. The Grill is … fine. The Market is … expensive. The Farmers Market is fun. The Beer Tasting is … a waste of time. The Overall Experience — GREAT! Take the WHOLE FAMILY. AMAZING FAMILY FRIENDLY EXPERIENCE!
View from room balcony
Courtyard under the lights
One of MANY pool areas
Great Family Fun
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jarrod

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really love coming to this hotel. It is one of our favorites and we visit every year. Hyatt has done some great things with the property! However, after this visit, we are seriously questioning coming back. One of the main reason we pick hotels is that they have late check out, and the Welk has always been accommodating, until Hyatt took over. They will let you about their late check out policy, which “hasn’t changed” - you must call any time after 7AM to try and get a later time. We always check out on Sunday, since we stay for the 4 day weekend. The last 3 stays, we have called at 7:02AM (literally) and each time they inform us that there are too many guests checked in to give any late check outs. This visit, I asked the front desk who said “weekends are always busy.” So, you, the hotel, know that you are going to have too many people on the upcoming weekend, then DON’T tell us there is a possibility of a late check out and to call at 7AM!!! Just tell us you can’t accommodate it ahead of time. This is SO important, as I work nights and the 2 hours of missed sleep completely ruins the next week’s routine. Something must change about this policy. Either take it away on the weekends and be straightforward about it, or honor what you say and let people check out later. Honestly, you don’t have enough maids to clean 300 rooms in 2 hours, I think they can stagger their times and still allow some rooms to check out late. We may give it one more try. Your move, Hyatt!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lewis

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the friendly staff! Need more rooms that don’t require stairs
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Moonjoo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Nice property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Del Mar

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
The bed was not good. I didn't like being downstairs. Kitchen not clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayuri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was super relaxing with such friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne-Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
I’d give about 3/5. Def a massive property. Less personal being on such a huge property. Our room was really clean but it was a lower suite and had that musty basement odour. Could use some updating on the door handles and outlets but it was a nice big suite. Didn’t like the high pressure time share thing. It feels like a retirement resort to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Priyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Madelyn

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disappointed with check in. Had to wait 10 minutes before someone showed up to check us in. Once more than one person came to the front, it was very easy and efficient and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Darlene

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, wasn’t made aware of our perks- never offered , tried to use the credit and the restaurant had no gad. Last morning there was no hot water, tried calling front desk , no answer. The staff knew there were issues without building but never bothered to reach out to us or share but asked if we had texted them. Disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024