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Our top choices for Carlsbad motels

Pillow-top beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"I would stay again."
United States
steven
The price is ฿3,032
฿3,396 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"A very pleasant experience, easy access, clean and friendly staff. I found a new home when I sat in San Diego."
United States
Hunter
The price is ฿2,979
฿3,342 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Always a pleasurable stay"
United States
Joyce
The price is ฿2,502
฿2,886 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Scandia Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,895 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, perfect distance from legoland made our family trip super easy with the beach and restaurants close by"
United States
Liliana
The price is ฿2,830
฿3,170 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Exterior

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,083 reviews)
"Place was clean, nice area"
United States
FELIX
The price is ฿3,207
฿3,592 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,504 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
karimi
The price is ฿2,960
฿3,335 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,023 reviews)
"Staff was extremely friendly and the room was clean. Breakfast was served every morning from 6a-10a."
United States
Lark
The price is ฿3,019
฿3,321 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff and room was great, would stay here again."
United States
Irene
The price is ฿4,371
฿4,808 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (646 reviews)
"Location, location, location. Well maintained property"
United States
Lita
The price is ฿2,830
฿3,113 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Vista Inn Motel
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (625 reviews)
"Comfy beds, fantastic location, good parking"
United States
Jayme
The price is ฿9,977
฿10,974 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Moonlight Beach Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (840 reviews)
"Staff very helpful"
United States
Gretchen
The price is ฿3,245
฿3,650 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (640 reviews)
"Property is close to everything"
United States
sophoeun
The price is ฿2,830
฿3,113 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Franciscan Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (402 reviews)
"Room was clean plenty of parking"
United States
John
The price is ฿2,729
฿3,002 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Escondido Lodge
Exterior

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.6 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Cute place"
United States
Victoria
The price is ฿2,065
฿2,314 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Fallbrook Country Inn
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,008 reviews)
"Room was very spacious. So roomy. Clean and convenient to everything."
United States
Rosa
The price is ฿2,005
฿2,249 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice, safe and affordable"
United States
Antonio
The price is ฿2,763
฿3,044 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Boating

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay and close to everything"
United States
Angela
The price is ฿4,886
฿5,496 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,046 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and conveniently located."
United States
Michael
The price is ฿3,336
฿3,669 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is ฿14,956
฿16,452 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Escondido Inn
Exterior

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (153 reviews)
"Staff was nice. If you have to stay there it’s a bed but bring own sheets not the best or cleanest."
United States
Jason
The price is ฿2,527
฿3,465 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Hacienda Motel
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The kids love the room it very clean and they really enjoy staying the hotel kids friendly and the staff are so nice they even help us to get my son balloon on the ceiling thank you for helping us to get back the balloon.."
Lorie Joy 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
LEGOLAND California Hotel

Find out more about Carlsbad

Carlsbad Motels information

Number of reviews
10,607
Accommodation
5 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,249
Highest Price
฿16,452

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carlsbad?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy all that Carlsbad has to offer. Top sights to visit include LEGOLAND® California.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carlsbad?
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Stay within a 5-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach and Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North: It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as pillowtop beds. Scandia Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and 24-hour front desk, as well as room amenities such as a microwave.
How many motels will I be able to find in Carlsbad?
Expedia has 5 affordable motels in Carlsbad.
What things can I to do in Carlsbad?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, explore the fun-filled theme parks and enjoy the popular beaches. People visiting Carlsbad love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad Lagoon. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: LEGOLAND® California, SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium and GIA Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Carlsbad Premium Outlets, Flower Fields of Carlsbad and The Crossings at Carlsbad.
What's the weather like in Carlsbad?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carlsbad to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Carlsbad is 340 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carlsbad while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Carlsbad to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from the city centre. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 26.9 mi (43.3 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Carlsbad Village Station or Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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