From the Flower Fields to LEGOLAND, There’s So Much to Experience This Season in Carlsbad
Is it just us, or do these winter days seem to stretch on and on? Cue the sunshine and blooms! Spring is on the horizon, and we’re on the edge of our seats. It’s time to plan the ultimate getaway, and we know you’re looking for something that pleases the entire family. Finding the perfect place to vacation can be a daunting task, but let The Cassara Carlsbad enter the chat! This North County hotel boasts all the onsite amenities (including two pools!) and is just minutes away from Carlsbad’s best attractions. With LEGOLAND nearby, along with The Flower Fields blooming, not to mention Carlsbad’s stunning beaches, The Cassara will win over every member of your crew. Here are six reasons we love this Carlsbad hotel for a spring getaway with the fam.
The Flower Fields Are in Full Bloom
An iconic San Diego landmark, The Flower Fields in Carlsbad will leave you reveling in spring cheer. Vibrant stripes of sunset-shaded ranunculus stretch for 50 acres and only bloom for a short time. Peak season is from March to May—just in time for spring break in San Diego! Adult tickets are $27, and children are just $17 for the 2025 season. The best part? While staying at The Cassara, the fields are in your backyard! Take a walk along the hotel’s adjacent pathways for sweeping views of the fields, and be sure to take advantage of the hotel’s seasonal Stay and See package! This includes overnight accommodations, two tickets to The Flower Fields, two flower-themed welcome beverages and waived parking fees.
Local Insight: Before your visit to The Flower Fields, be sure to check out their 2025 activity calendar, which features unique springtime events like Tea in the Garden, Golden Hour Pilates, Sunset Wine Tasting and more!
Two Pools to Make a Splash In
At The Cassara, there is plenty of space for kids to act like kids without looks from other guests. Head to the family pool, where kids can splash to their heart’s content and play all afternoon at the splash pad (look out for the spray cannons)! Over at the main pool, find vacation bliss with stunning coastal views, poolside beverage service and shady cabanas to relax in. There are even lap lanes to fit in a vacay workout! Lounge the day away, then cozy up by the crackling fire pits at night.
Activity Center for the Kids
Get a mini parent retreat with the help of The Cassara’s activity center for kids. Open every day from 8 a.m to 9 p.m., this fun spot will keep your kiddos entertained with activities like basketball scrimmages and arcade competitions. They will even have the opportunity to craft—think painting picture frames and building birdhouses. But the best part (depending on who you ask) is that all activities end with a sweet treat. Hello, ice cream sundaes and root beer floats!
Places to Wine + Dine
The mosaic tiles and Mediterranean menu at the Cassara Kitchen & Bar will take you from San Diego to Santorini. This Carlsbad restaurant delights guests with dishes like the garden hummus, barbacoa street tacos and BLT flatbread. Pair your meal with the seasonal Flower Power Sour, which is crafted with Cali Fino blanco tequila, grapefruit juice, aquafaba, lemon juice, agave nectar, bitter-hibiscus syrup and a lemon twist garnish.
Karl Strauss Brewing Company is also located across from the hotel and is great for a relaxed bite any time of day. And if fireside drinks and bites are your jam, Campfire is a cozy spot for some comfort food, along with Park 101, which features expansive outdoor spaces that are both kid-friendly and dog-friendly.
Proximity to the Beach + Local Attractions
While staying at The Cassara, you’ll have access to the best of Carlsbad with a parent-of-the-year-worthy itinerary. Stop one: LEGOLAND! The park’s SEA LIFE Aquarium will keep your kids entertained for hours, while the dragon coaster offers more of a thrill. Be the first in the park and get ahead of the lines, as LEGOLAND is just a 3-minute drive or a short walk across the street via the pedestrian entrance from The Cassara. For stop two, pack your beach bags and spend a day on the soft sand at Terramar Beach or Carlsbad State Beach. Parking is free, and both are in proximity to local restaurants and shops.
Local Insight: If you’re looking to add a third stop, spend some time exploring Carlsbad Village, where you’ll find everything from fine dining restaurants to charming boutiques!
Shopping at The Forum Carlsbad
Spring shopping in Carlsbad is a breezy, sun-soaked experience and The Forum Carlsbad is the ultimate destination for fresh finds and stylish splurges. Start your day with a health-boosting juice from Pressed Juicery before adding a little sparkle to your wardrobe at Gorjana. Then, refresh your closet and home at Anthropologie, or snag some stylish denim at Madewell. Wrap up the day at Kaiseki Sushi, where expertly crafted rolls take center stage. From fashion and fitness to food and adventure, this Carlsbad shopping center makes a spring day a seamless blend of style and fun.
The Cassara Carlsbad
5805 Armada Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008
760.827.3232
Reservations: 833.447.9195
