$249 - Carlsbad: Legendary La Costa Getaway for 2, Reg. $529

The Deal

Wander 400 tree-shaded acres at what Fodor's dubs a "legendary '50s-style resort" turned "chic Spanish colonial oasis" near San Diego. Head off to the mission-style La Costa Resort and Spa with an exclusive Travelzoo package for two including $270 in golf and spa extras.

Retreat for $249 per night weekdays or $289 per night over the weekend to lounge in recently updated, spacious accommodations. Plaza rooms overlook the landscaped courtyard -- with hammocks galore -- and offer an oversized marble spa shower.

The resort has been home to championship golf for nearly 50 years, and welcomes top golf professionals, heads of state and celebrities alike. With this offer, guests receive a $90-per-person credit to enjoy a day at the links at either of the resort's two PGA championship golf courses. This was the only property in Southern California to receive the prestigious Gold Medal Resort Award from Golf Magazine in 2012. 

When ready for a bit of R&R, walk down a "reflexology pathway" to the 43,000-square-foot spa and holistic center founded by Deepak Chopra. Take advantage of a $45-per-person credit to experience what Spa Magazine named both the No. 1 Wellness Spa in the nation and the No. 1 Resort Spa in California in 2011.

Renowned for its kid-friendly Splash Landing water park, the 4-star property's recent $50 million renovation also added an adults-only swimming pool and whirlpool bath area overlooking the fairway. In addition to eight pools, there are 17 tennis courts and a sprawling fitness center with more than 50 classes per week (some fees apply).

About the location: The hotel is about 30 miles north of San Diego and about 95 miles south of Los Angeles. The galleries, antique shops and boutiques of Carlsbad Village are less than 10 miles away.

Terms and Conditions
Once the room is reserved with the hotel, hotel cancellation policy prevails, and cancellations or changes must be made seven days prior to arrival or the voucher is subject to forfeiture. Hotel-imposed penalties may apply. Any unused credit will be forfeited upon checkout. This deal cannot be combined with other offers. No cash value. Taxes, nightly resort fee ($26.20) and gratuity are additional. Resort fee covers wireless Internet access, limited local and toll-free calls, turndown service, in-room coffee and tea and access to the fitness center. Must be used in one visit.