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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk

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Please note that the Mountain Springs Pool will be closed for refurbishment from Nov. 1, 2024 to Apr. 30, 2025. During this time, the other pools on property are expected to remain open. Thank you for your understanding as we make this important update.

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SPA
MOUNTAINS
Theme Park
A picturesque family-friendly retreat in the San Diego area.

The Welk is a world unto its own, nestled on 450 pristine acres in the hills of Escondido. Make a splash in one of eight swimming pools, tee off on two golf courses, and enjoy family games in the sports yard. Treat yourself to a pampering massage at the on-site spa, and grab a bite at multiple on-site eateries. The San Diego area’s banner attractions, including the San Diego Zoo and Temecula wineries, are just a short drive away. Participate in exciting adventures like a sunset bike cruise, escape room, and more with our Inspired Activities and Experiences program.

AT A GLANCE
  • Parking iconParking
  • Fitness Center iconFitness center
  • Accessibility iconAccessible
  • Swimming pool iconSwimming pool
  • Children's amenity iconKid-friendly
  • Wi-Fi iconWi‑Fi
  • icon of lotus leavesAccess to spa
  • Restaurant iconRestaurant

Resort Amenities1

Aerial view of golf course, resort villas, and desert mountains
Golf Courses2
Shimmering blue resort pool with green and orange shade umbrellas, palm trees, and desert mountains
Swimming Pools
Large workout room with many treadmills and exercise bikes
Fitness Center
Dining room with decorative green potted plants and cactus and succulent art on the walls
Dining
Bubbling outdoor whirlpool surrounded by vivid blue shade umbrellas
Whirlpool Spa
Man in white towel getting a shoulder massage at a spa
Spa Services2

Accommodations3

Choose from 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom residential-style villas with fully equipped kitchens, private patios or balconies, washers and dryers, and other convenient appointments.

Interior view of villa bedroom with a patio with rocking chairs and a scenic view
1-Bedroom Villa
Sleeps up to 4 guests
Interior view of villa bedroom with HDTV and working fireplace
2-Bedroom Villa
Sleeps up to 6 guests
View of a villa bedroom with two beds with red and tan accents
3-Bedroom Villa
Sleeps up to 10 guests

Inspired Activities & Experiences4

From adventurous activities to relaxing moments, it’s vacation time well spent. Our curated program helps you meaningfully experience the San Diego area — and your time together.

Rows of attractive overhead string lights illuminating a courtyard at night
Festival Under the Lights

Gather for some delicious food and fun live music under the lights in front of Theatre at The Welk.

Group of four smiling women working out in a pool
Aqua Fit

This fun in-water class combines a wide range of exercise types for a moderate to challenging workout.

Array of vibrant purple flowers
Ballad of Botany

Join our Plant Whisperer to learn about local flora found in the gorgeous landscaping at The Welk.

Woman in blue yoga pants stretching down to touch the floor
Yoga Sculpt

Boost your metabolism and build muscle with poses that strategically incorporate strength training.

Rows of attractive overhead string lights illuminating a courtyard at night
Festival Under the Lights

Gather for some delicious food and fun live music under the lights in front of Theatre at The Welk.

Group of four smiling women working out in a pool
Aqua Fit

This fun in-water class combines a wide range of exercise types for a moderate to challenging workout.

Array of vibrant purple flowers
Ballad of Botany

Join our Plant Whisperer to learn about local flora found in the gorgeous landscaping at The Welk.

Woman in blue yoga pants stretching down to touch the floor
Yoga Sculpt

Boost your metabolism and build muscle with poses that strategically incorporate strength training.

San Diego Area

Explore the San Diego Area5

A golden-orange tiger looking with interest
San Diego Zoo

Don’t miss this famous 100-acre zoo with over 3,700 animals in natural habitats and animal encounters.

Sprawling, hilly vineyard on a sunny day
Temecula Valley

Visit Southern California’s Wine Country to tour beautiful vineyards and sample locally produced wines.

Surfer with surfboard walking along a rocky beach at dawn, ready to catch his next wave
Swami’s Beach

Get some sun at this famed surfing spot, hit the waves, or watch the surfers from the bluff top park.

Colorful Lego sculpture of a dragon on a small island in a lake
LEGOLAND® California

Head here for 60+ LEGO®-themed rides, shows, and attractions geared toward children ages 2 to 12.

Field of numerous colorful red, white, pink, and yellow flowers
The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch®

This spectacular 55 acres of giant Tecolote ranunculus flowers is in bloom early March to early May.

Rows of festively colored downtown buildings
San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter®

Check out 16 square blocks of restaurants, bars, galleries, shops, and more in Victorian-era buildings.

Other must-see attractions:
  • La Jolla Cave
  • Petco Park
  • Cabrillo National Monument
  • Sunset Cliffs Natural Park
  • Colorado Bridge
  • USS Midway Museum
  • Point Loma
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego
Aerial view of golf course, resort villas, and desert mountains
Attractions
Things to do around San Diego
The Welk Resort sits at the base of the mountains under a blue sky
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 California
An outdoor patio overlooks a calm ocean
Portfolio Program
A stone patio with a fire pit, chairs, foliage, and a view of the ocean
Portfolio Program
Portfolio Program
Portfolio Program
Aerial view of a freeform pool, palm trees, and resort overlooking the ocean
Portfolio Program
Carmel
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn
Details

Accommodations at this resort are part of the Hyatt Vacation Club Portfolio Program; additional accommodations at the resort may also be available through Club-to-Club Exchange.

Poolside view with palm trees, chairs, and the resort at twilight
Platinum Program
Landscaping and resort entrance at twilight
Platinum Program
A flat screen TV and seating adorn a resort living area
Platinum Program
Aerial view of the resort's pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees
Platinum Program
Platinum Program
Palm Springs Area
Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis
Gondola lift taking skiers up the hill with The Village at Northstar in the background
Platinum Program
An outdoor patio overlooks the rest of the snow-covered resort
Platinum Program
The living area of a villa features a flat screen and fireplace
Platinum Program
A high-end kitchenette with appliances, a counter, and barstools
Platinum Program
A resort with windows emitting golden light and evergreens in the background
Platinum Program
Lake Tahoe
One Village Place Residences
Gondola taking skiers up the hill with the resort and evergreens in the background
Platinum Program
The wood and stone façade of a ski resort with ambient light after sundown
Platinum Program
A glowing Northstar Lodge pool rests in front of the snow-capped resort
Platinum Program
The living area of a villa features a flat-screen TV and fireplace
Platinum Program
Sprawling ski resort with a ski slope, gondola, and evergreens in the background
Platinum Program
Lake Tahoe
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge
Details

Also part of Hyatt Vacation Club Portfolio Program, available through Club-to-Club Exchange.

1 Amenities subject to change from time to time without notice. (back)

2 Operated by a third party. (back)

3 Features, furnishings, and amenities are subject to change. Pictures are intended to give a general indication of the layout only and may not represent all various configurations available at the property. Please note that the use of stairs is required to access many of the villas at the resort. Bell attendants are ready to assist with your luggage during your stay. Please contact the front desk prior to arrival with any questions or to discuss additional assistance we can provide.(back)

4 Additional charges may apply for any activity, event, or program. (back)

5 No inquiry has been made into the off-site locations, activities, services, or events, or the qualifications, safety, or quality of the off-site locations, activities, services, or events, and WHV Resort Group, Inc. and HV Global Group, Inc. (collectively, “HVC”) make no warranty, express or implied, as to the condition, capacity, performance, or any other aspect of such off-site locations, activities, events, or service providers listed herein. Do not consider this an endorsement of or recommendation for any of the off-site locations, activities, services, events, or providers. Neither WHV Resort Group, Inc. nor HV Global Group, Inc. assumes liability for attendance at, or visits to, any off-site locations, or the products, activities, or services furnished by independent service providers. Additional fees and costs may apply. Activities and events are subject to change. Some activities or events may require the participant to be in good health and have a certain level of skill. (back)