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LA’s Top: Best Family Staycations in Southern California

With Spring Break on the horizon and the perfect weather for outdoor activities before it gets too hot in the summer, we’ve curated a list of the best family Spring Break staycations in Southern California just for you. From amusement parks to low-key desert resorts and everything in between, we’ve got you covered!

Los Angeles

Terranea Resort
100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Phone: (310) 265-2800

Just minutes away from the busy bustle of Los Angeles, the Terranea Resort is a 102-acre private peninsula paradise that offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. With the ideal Spring weather, families can enjoy beach days, strolls along the beach, hikes, whale watching, and sunbathing.

The Garland
4222 Vineland Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91602
Phone: (800) 238-3759

The Garland offers a wide variety of specials to fit every kind of staycation desire. Whether you want to relax by the pool, have an adventure, or just have some time for yourself and your family, The Garland is an amazing spot for a relaxing staycation in the heart of Hollywood. At The Garland, you’re minutes away from The Entertainment Capital of LA, Universal Studios, and they offer a daily complimentary trolley when you’re ready to go with one of their Universal Studios Hollywood hotel packages.

Shore Hotel
1515 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone: (310) 458-1515

The eco-chic Shore Hotel celebrates spring break with its Fun in the Sun package for families. With over 300 days of sunshine, 26 miles of coastal bike path, and the iconic Santa Monica pier, which includes an amusement park, kids of all ages will totally dig all the seaside fun that abounds just steps from the hotel. This travel package for four includes hotel accommodations, a beach picnic, passes to Pacific Park, bike and helmet rental, kids welcome amenities, and more.

Ojai Valley Inn & Spa
905 Country Club Rd., Ojai, CA 93023
Phone: (805) 646-1111

Located just about an hour’s drive north of Los Angeles, the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa offers a gorgeous stay in a 220 tree-shaded acre breathtaking resort. Not to mention that the weather in Ojai during the springtime is amazing. Besides the gorgeous weather and awesome small-town vibe of Ojai, the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa offers “Camp Oak” for kids ages 4-12 with daily themed-based programming including outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, swimming, and more.

Orange County

Sunset Cove Villas
683 Sleepy Hollow Ln., Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Phone: (888) 845-5271

Each of the eight distinct Villas at Sunset Cove offers breathtaking oceanfront views of the Pacific Ocean and private access to Sleepy Hollow Beach. How much more spring staycation does that get? Each Villa has been professionally decorated and thoughtfully appointed for the utmost comfort, convenience, and pleasure for families.

Grand Californian Resort & Spa
1600 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA 92803
Phone: (714) 630-2300

Quite possibly the quintessential Southern California staycation destination, Disneyland and Disneyland California Adventure offer families the magic of a lifetime, and the Grand Californian Resort & Spa offers ultimate comfort for a relaxing stay. Guests of the Resort can enjoy a special theme park early entrance, themed pools with water slides, a spa, and a children’s care center.

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa
21500 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Phone: (714) 698-1234

Surf City USA is the ideal location for a relaxed Spring staycation. You can walk the pier, shop downtown, rent bikes, and cruise the boardwalk. Or, best yet, you can surf! Staying at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa puts you in a perfect place to catch your first wave or polish your skills. Leave kids to have fun in Camp Hyatt, roll the top of your convertible down, and go for a spectacular drive along the Pacific Highway.

Palm Springs

Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa
44600 Indian Wells Ln., Indian Wells, CA, 92210
Phone: (760) 776-1234

Palm Springs and the cities around it are quickly becoming popular family staycation destinations thanks to the amazing family-friendly resorts and amenities. The Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort and Spa located just outside of Palm Springs in Indian Wells offers tons of family-friendly amenities such as 7 pools (including a kids-only pool!), Camp Hyatt, 530 deluxe rooms with one and two-bedroom villas, and more.  

San Diego

Hotel Del Coronado
1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA 92118
Phone: (619) 435-6611

The city of San Diego offers a plethora of perfect Spring staycation activities such as the zoo, safari park, Seaworld, shopping, dining, and the beach. The gorgeous and historic Hotel Del Coronado will place your family in the ideal location to really enjoy your staycation and there’s no shortage of exciting activities designed just for kids and teens at The Del. From arts and crafts and action sports to games, dive-in movies and bonfires on the beach, The Del celebrates the art of play.

LEGOLAND Hotel
1 Legoland Dr., Carlsbad, CA 92008
Phone: (760) 918-5346

Quite possibly the coolest kid-perfect hotel I’ve ever stayed at, the Legoland Hotel offers 250 fully LEGO-themed rooms. You can choose from Pirate, Adventure, Kingdom, or brand-new LEGO Friends. There is also nightly entertainment, early access to Legoland, a heated pool, a hotel room treasure hunt, and amazing hotel elevators!

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