South Beach Travel Guide

Carlsbad

A coastal road with a bridge over water, surrounded by snow-covered land and a sunset sky.
A pebbly beach with a person walking, a lighthouse in the distance, and a sandy shore.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and rocky cliffs.
A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, waves crashing onto the beach, and a clear sky.
A beach with waves and footprints in the sand.

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Things to do


Top hotels in South Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
The price is ฿3,389 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,389
฿3,803 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,731 reviews)
"Room seemed clean, but very outdated. I will give them 5 stars for the included breakfast and the day time staff that were very nice"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd Carlsbad CA
The price is ฿4,319 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,319
฿6,169 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
The price is ฿3,218 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,218
฿3,610 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,461 reviews)
"The room was perfect. Stayed there for a week with my fiancé while I was out there for work and it was a great time"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
The price is ฿4,556 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,556
฿5,145 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay at! The staff was very friendly and helpful and go above and beyond for the guests. The beach is a little bit of a walk but they have a shuttle to the beach for easier access! Pool was good but a LOT of dead bugs. Housekeeping staff is amazingly fast and thourough!"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive Carlsbad CA
The price is ฿3,786 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,786
฿4,247 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 out of 5
7830 Fay Ave La Jolla CA
The price is ฿6,951 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿6,951
฿7,990 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,849 reviews)
"The property is walking distance to Wipeout beach (approx 8minute walk) as well as other restaraunts, shops and the Museum of contemporary art"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
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Where to stay in South Beach

Find the best South Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Carlsbad Village

If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.

North Beach

While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach.

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 Foundation Nature Center and Batiquitos Lagoon are top sights worth seeing.



South Beach Travel Guide