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Top Carlsbad LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$299 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$299
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

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Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$253 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$253
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Great location, beautiful facility, and nice accommodations! Would definitely recommend!

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

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The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 out of 5
5805 Armada Dr Building B, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$292 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$292
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Room was great and the staff, as always, were exceptional.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

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Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
5420 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$352 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$352
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Staff were excellent. Property is beautiful.

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
5480 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$357 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$357
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (683 reviews)
Excellent restaurant. I was surprised that was no safe in the room.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$163 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
AU$163
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very comfortable setting

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3 out of 5
1901 WRIGHT PLACE, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$238 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$238
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Love the room amenities - fridge with freezer, microwave, dishwasher. Amazing breakfast with 4 waffle makers made getting waffles a breeze! Would definitely consider staying here for a longer period of time next time we’re in the area.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

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Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3 out of 5
2725 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$166 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$166
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Everything was great!

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

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Staybridge Suites Carlsbad by IHG
3 out of 5
2735 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$232 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$232
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Just breakfast room too small

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3 out of 5
5835 Owens Avenue, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$183 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$183
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
The young lady at check in really made our experience great. I didn’t catch her name, but we checked in around 8-9pm on Sat night. She was great!

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Carlsbad


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Carlsbad?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Carlsbad, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Carlsbad like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Carlsbad depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Carlsbad gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Carlsbad. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


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Are gay-friendly hotels in Carlsbad fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Carlsbad offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.

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