In California it has to be Aviara. Hands down. We go a couple of times a year and the kids love it. V good pool. Staff great with kids. Some reports of long waits for breakfast but we’ve never had an issue. Beaches nearby, Lego land, cheaper eats close by and a Jenni’s minutes away.

Seabird also v good but a different vibe to Aviara.

carmel Valley was a disappointment. Not sure why folks rate it so highly- old rooms and a restaurant that didn’t cater for kids (but they may have changed) and was full of outside locals meaning hotel guests struggle to get a table.

HR in Huntington Beach also looks good and has positive reviews but we have never visited.