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Review of Park Hyatt Avaria

We recently stayed at the Park Hyatt Aviara for th...

We recently stayed at the Park Hyatt Aviara for the 4th of July. We have had many prior trips to the Resort (over 10+ years going here), but 4th of July is a particularly fun time to go because the Resort has a private fireworks show which is really nice. Most people view the fireworks from the Adult Pool area and there is a buffet for those who stay at the Resort. However, we learned many years ago that the best place to go is the Argyle Restaurant at the Resort s golf club just down the hill, and you can take the Hotel Shuttle. You avoid the crowds and get a great steak dinner. Just before 9PM, the Argyle staff escort you to the 18th green, just off the back of the restaurant, where you have a spectacular view of the fireworks going off above you. If you eat there, 4th of July or anytime, ask for Alex to be your server. Amazing service year after year. When we arrived this year, we had our favorite table and Alex had our favorite wine waiting. We also went for 4 days at Easter and had an amazing suite with the 4th night free. The deals are out there if you just check at random times. When I see the rate I want, I grab it. You can go to Aviara pretty much year round because the weather in Carlsbad is always great. The golf course is amazing and beautifully maintained. The spa is amazing and with Spa access, you get a locker for the day, robe, all the amenities and can wander back and forth between the Spa and the pools. But here is my best tip: when booking this Resort (or any high end property) always check the rates at Whatahotel (Lorraine Travel). I found this site years ago and always book my several trips each year through Whatahottel. Maria Rodriguez is the best ever at getting me great bookings, but everyone there is great. At Aviara, I received the 4th night free deal that the hotel offered and ALSO got the breakfast buffet, $100 resort credit, early check in and late check out, welcome amenity, and spa access (usually $70 a day). I went the Spa 3 days in a row and it was bliss. I always look around at the different offers and packages, but I always end up with a Whatahotel booking because they get the best rate and have all the added perks. This property is great for families and kids and has a game room. I was told that they will be renovating the rooms beginning this Fall, floor by floor, so it will have a complete face lift. One aspect that is nice about this property is that it was a Four Seasons many years ago, so it is not a huge (about 325 guest rooms and 40 or so suites). If you go, and you should, say Hi to Tom when you pull up at the valet and also to Karl at Guest Services. Both are great and it s like seeing old friends when we arrive. They make us feel very welcome and special (but really, everyone is great)