10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Carlsbad State Beach in Carlsbad from AU$94

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

1. West Inn & Suites

City Center, 2.7 km from Carlsbad State Beach

William

AU$235

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the ocean.

A seaside property with a balcony overlooking the ocean, featuring outdoor seating and a bicycle.

A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the sea.

2. Beach Terrace

0.7 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Beth

AU$466

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, each with a built-in fire feature, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, balconies, and palm trees.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, a glass coffee table, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Carlsbad Village, 0.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Mark

AU$373

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a wooden fence.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern room with a mounted TV, wooden flooring, a checkered rug, and a wooden door.

A living room with a staircase, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a yellow cabinet.

4. The Green Room Hotel

2.1 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Alison

AU$291

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A resort with a well-lit entrance, palm trees, and a stone facade.

5. Ocean Palms Beach Resort

Carlsbad Village, 0.5 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Julie

AU$405

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

A covered corridor with a beige door, windows, and a tiled floor.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a covered patio area with outdoor furniture.

A hotel with a red facade, multiple balconies, and a parking lot with palm trees.

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Olde Carlsbad, 1.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Carla

AU$141

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the ocean.

A reception area with a counter, baskets, and shelves with various items.

A stone fireplace with framed artwork above, a dining area with chairs and a table, and large windows with a view.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and pendant lights.

7. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

Carlsbad Village, 0.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Kelly

AU$333

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A coastal hotel with a prominent tower, multiple balconies, and lush tropical landscaping.

A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with sofas, a dining table, and a TV.

A pathway leading to a white building with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

A covered outdoor area with a white lattice fence, a concrete patio, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

8. Pelican Cove Inn

North Beach, 0.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Jennifer

AU$241

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a skylight, and a modern open-plan layout with seating areas and a dining space.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the kitchen.

9. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

North Beach, 0.1 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Jody

AU$309

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a wardrobe, and a mirror on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and artwork on the walls.

A sign for Oceanside Inn & Suites indicating a vacancy.

A Oceanside Inn & Suites sign with a vacancy notice, a white car parked in front, and palm trees in the background.

10. Oceanside Inn & Suites

2.6 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Hector

AU$139

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A resort with multiple-story buildings, outdoor seating areas, and a pathway leading to the beach.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, wooden chairs, and a palm tree.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

11. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Village, 0.4 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Jeff

AU$357

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large landscape painting above the beds.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with balconies in the background.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Olde Carlsbad, 1.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Darlene

AU$139

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a towel rack, and a soap dispenser.

A building with a large arched entrance, a sign reading "HYLAND INN", and a parking lot in front.

13. Hyland Inn Near Legoland

Olde Carlsbad, 1.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Amy

AU$131

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A motel with a signboard, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a clock on the wall, and a potted plant.

A living room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

14. Scandia Motel

Carlsbad Village, 1.1 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Joyce

AU$94

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A Stay America hotel with a lobby entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

A coffee station with two coffee makers, a selection of coffee pods, and disposable cups.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a small dining area with a bench.

15. Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea

Carlsbad Village, 1.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Christopher

AU$166

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

16. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

12.1 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Jana

AU$223

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

A woman sitting in a teal hanging chair on a wooden deck with a view of trees and a building in the background.

17. Twelve Senses Retreat

14.4 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Felipe

AU$557

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a wicker side table.

A wooden wall with planters labeled "SUCCULENT LIBRARY" containing various succulents.

A hallway with a circular window featuring a statue, surrounded by labeled columns and a wooden wall.

18. Inn at Moonlight Beach

12.7 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Cesar

AU$543

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a blue seating area.

A gym with treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

17.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Fessehai

AU$207

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

20. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara, 7.8 km from Carlsbad State Beach

Christine

AU$194

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Carlsbad State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
West Inn & Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,087 reviews	View
Beach Terrace	9.6 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad	9.4 Exceptional 367 reviews	View
The Green Room Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 322 reviews	View
Ocean Palms Beach Resort	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Carlsbad State Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Palms Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Right across the street from the beach and easy walk to many restaurants and Handel's Ice Cream. Room was clean and staff were nice. Hot tub was out of service during our stay."

Beach Terrace

10/10 Excellent

"The room had such a great view and we were so close to the ocean."

Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed all aspects of my stay. Wouldn't change a thing - except maybe for instructions on how to use the TV! Everything else was all good."

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"great time, great place"

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place in the perfect location. Rooms are very spacious beautiful ocean view 💙"

Pelican Cove Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms are large with custom decor, a bit dated but charming. Comfy beds with windows views. Nearly walkable to everything & charming quiet neighborhood."

Carlsbad Village, Great Beach Access, Shops & Restaurants

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great property in a great location at a very reasonable price. It was convenient to walk the short distance to the beach and to walk to restaurants and shops. We did not have to worry about finding a parking spot since there is an attached garage. The host was easy to get in touch with and responded quickly to questions and concerns. We will definitely stay at this property again."

Beachside condo #D

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location and Jason was very responsive and a great host. Will definitely stay here again for future visits."

Carlsbad Cottage by the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and great communication! We had an event late at night and I called the host and she took care of it right away. We had family staying in rentals nearby and the big yard was a perfect gathering place. We had a wonderful stay."

Other attractions near Carlsbad State Beach

A sandy trail with greenery, a beach, and ocean waves.

Tamarack Beach

9.0/10 (124 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

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A river winding through a green landscape with a rainbow arching over it.

Carlsbad Lagoon

8.8/10 (421 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carlsbad.

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State Street Farmers Market

7.6/10 (16 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at State Street Farmers Market during your trip to Carlsbad.

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Holiday Park

8.4/10 (28 reviews)

After visiting Holiday Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carlsbad. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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New Village Arts Theatre

7.6/10 (20 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at New Village Arts Theatre during your trip to Carlsbad. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Magee Park

7.6/10 (14 reviews)

After visiting Magee Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively breweries.

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Saint Malo Beach

8.6/10 (7 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Saint Malo Beach during your trip to Oceanside?

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Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center

8.0/10 (82 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center, a lovely green space in Oceanside. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carlsbad State Beach?

Carlsbad State Beach is located in Carlsbad. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 363 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Carlsbad State Beach?

Adjacent to Carlsbad State Beach, Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel and Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Carlsbad State Beach?

Expedia has 363 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Carlsbad State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carlsbad State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Carlsbad State Beach.

What can I see and do near Carlsbad State Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at GIA Museum, California Surf Museum and Museum of Making Music. Spend some time wandering around Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Poinsettia Park and Magee Park. Dip your toes in the water at Tamarack Beach, Carlsbad Lagoon and Oceanside Beach.

Top Hotels Near Carlsbad State Beach in Carlsbad from AU$94

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Our top choices for Carlsbad State Beach hotels

1. West Inn & Suites

2. Beach Terrace

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

4. The Green Room Hotel

5. Ocean Palms Beach Resort

6. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

7. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

8. Pelican Cove Inn

9. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

10. Oceanside Inn & Suites

11. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

13. Hyland Inn Near Legoland

14. Scandia Motel

15. Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea

16. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

17. Twelve Senses Retreat

18. Inn at Moonlight Beach

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

20. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

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Top Carlsbad State Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Palms Beach Resort

Beach Terrace

Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Pelican Cove Inn

Carlsbad Village, Great Beach Access, Shops & Restaurants

Beachside condo #D

Carlsbad Cottage by the Beach

Other attractions near Carlsbad State Beach

Tamarack Beach

Carlsbad Lagoon

State Street Farmers Market

Holiday Park

New Village Arts Theatre

Magee Park

Saint Malo Beach

Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center

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