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Doesn’t look pretty with renovations happening but great place to stay.
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Carlsbad Village
4.5/5(2 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.
North Beach
While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach.
City Center
If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.
South Beach
If you're spending some time in South Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Olde Carlsbad
While visiting Olde Carlsbad, you might make a stop by sights like The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails.
Aviara
If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$145 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$145
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,194 reviews)
My stay was awesome, quiet the staff was very helpful did my laundry and it was cheap $1.75 to wash and $1.75 to dry. Plus breakfast was a verity of delicious food. Would definitely recommend this Best Western Breakfast & hotel to you
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
1 Ponto Rd Carlsbad CA
The price is AU$288 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$288
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Excellent room, friendly & helpful staff, great restaurant, short walk to the beach. Very family friendly. Loved spending time by the pool. Wish I could have stayed longer!
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
LEGOLAND California Hotel
Legoland Drive Carlsbad CA
The price is AU$464 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$464
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (162 reviews)
My kids have so much fun would most definitely return
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Stay at this beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,659 reviews)
We arrived earlier than expected, so even tho our room wasn't ready, they moved us to another room which was ready and it was awesome! We were on a week long drive down the PCH, and this was our next to last stop, and my husbands favorite!!!! We stayed on Nob Hill in SF, on The Queen Mary, stayed ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
2895 Ocean St Carlsbad CA
Stay at this beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Witch Creek Winery ...
9/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
The upside: Location, location, location. Dogs are allowed. Clean. The onsite manager was very nice. The downside: Attention to detail— to turn the light on by the living room sofa, you have to pull out an 80 lb couch to access the switch on the cord behind the couch. Lack of convenient electrical ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Seashore on the Sand
2805 Ocean St Carlsbad CA
Stay at this beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Witch Creek Winery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Great place
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® California
Ride on a pirate ship, see famous people and wild animals in yellow-block form, or simply enjoy the scenery at this huge resort which brings LEGO® to life.
Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Flower Fields of Carlsbad
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
South Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
Tamarack Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
Carlsbad Lagoon
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carlsbad.
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
AU$81
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
AU$57
per adult
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
AU$11
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Carlsbad
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