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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$444 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$444
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room but smelled musty

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

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Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
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The price is AU$273 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$273
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
The restaurant and the servers in the restaurant. Extremely kind and accommodating.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 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$285 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$285
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Loved the patio , peaceful

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

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Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
5420 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad CA
The price is AU$444 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$444
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 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$378 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
AU$378
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (688 reviews)
Great property! Highly recommend

Reviewed on 9 Dec 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$164 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$164
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
This places is reliable, budget‑friendly, with a solid breakfast.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 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$243 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
AU$243
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Clean room, staff and amenities. Customer service they were great. We had an issue with our original room and they fixed it right away.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 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$163 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$163
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room. Great staff.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 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$226 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$226
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Good continental breakfast. Nice kitchenette in room

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Opens in a new windowStaybridge Suites Carlsbad by IHG
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$171 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$171
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
It was fine.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 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?


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