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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 star property
Family-friendly stay with 8 outdoor pools in Escondido

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

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, CA, 92026
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • LEGOLAND® California
    ‪25 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-size 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 drapes

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 drapes

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

Lawrence Welk Resort Village stay.Your stay at this Lawrence Welk Resort Village hotel places you within 20 miles (32 km) of San Diego Zoo Safari Park and LEGOLAND® California. Del Mar Racetrack and Wilson Creek Winery are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Twin Oaks Golf Club - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • California Center For The Arts - 11 min drive - 14.6 km
  • California State University San Marcos - 13 min drive - 15.7 km
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 22 min drive - 25.7 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 25 min drive - 28.5 km

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 stay with 8 outdoor pools in Escondido
As a guest of Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area, you'll find a full-service spa, a golf course, and a complimentary water park. 8 outdoor swimming pools and 8 hot tubs are also on site. Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

A business center and 5 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 4800 square feet (446 square meters) and includes a conference center. A children's pool, a health club, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area. Free self parking is available.

This Escondido hotel is smoke free.

  • 714 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 70 buildings
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 4800 sq ft of conference space
  • 446 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2000
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
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.

Elevate Day Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 8 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free water park access
  • Full-sized refrigerator
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Playground
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. 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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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. 548 out of 1137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 1137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 1137 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

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is getting “tired”. Stayed here a number of years ago and it was much more up to date. This time there was floor moulding broken, toilet was loose from the floor, bathroom fan was worn out, lamp shade ripped, etc. Nice and helpful staff though. Probably won’t stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

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

8/10 Good

Wilbur

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ARTUR

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mathryn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really like staying here. This time we stayed mountain side. All was great aside from a staff member trying to come in to our room stating we had called in asking for a half cleaning. I called to the front to inquire and no one ever bothered to check in on it and get back to me - pretty unprofessional. I’m Just glad that my husband was in the room when the staff member tried to come in. Funny thing is this person tried to come in a few minutes after my daughter and I left the room. Pretty suspicious in my opinion.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amenities for everyone
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Angelica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful property, but we were hoping to get away and relax. Unfortunately, our room was across from the highway and we could not sleep all three nights or completely relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter, Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was mostly pleased
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

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