Gay & Lesbian Welcoming Hotels & Resorts in Carlsbad

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Top Carlsbad LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

1 Ponto Rd Carlsbad CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

AU$309

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6450 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA

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AU$253

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5805 Armada Dr Building B Carlsbad CA

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AU$313

29 Oct - 30 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)

"Comfortable"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

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5420 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad CA

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AU$432

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

5480 Grand Pacific Drive Carlsbad CA

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AU$379

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (772 reviews)

"We had a great stay at the Westin Carlsbad while attending a wedding there. The location was convenient, the staff was very accommodating, and the bed was extremely comfortable. We did have a minor issue with the AC, but it wouldn’t deter us from staying here again. Overall, a very enjoyable ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

751 Raintree Drive Carlsbad CA

Fully refundable

AU$171

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)

"No"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

1901 WRIGHT PLACE Carlsbad CA

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AU$223

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

"There were ants in the bathroom and it took 2 requests to have anything done. Kind of gross."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

2725 Palomar Airport Rd Carlsbad CA

Fully refundable

AU$205

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

2735 Palomar Airport Road Carlsbad CA

Fully refundable

AU$297

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)

"We had a great stay! The hotel was clean, the accommodations were comfortable, and it was perfect for our family. It shares a courtyard with the Holiday Inn, where the kids had plenty to do: Connect Four, darts, miniature golf, and even a basketball they could check out. The pool was clean and inviting, ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

5835 Owens Avenue Carlsbad CA

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AU$219

30 Oct - 31 Oct

includes taxes & fees

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