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 ฿3,446 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿3,446
฿3,866 total
16 Sept - 17 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! (1,737 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast was great!"

Reviewed on 9 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 ฿4,317 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,317
฿6,167 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"We had an excellent stay at Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort. We traveled with our two three year old twin girls and the whole property felt genuinely kid friendly from start to finish. Check in and check out were both quick and easy. The staff went above and beyond. The restaurant was great, we ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

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 ฿3,525 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,525
฿3,954 total
20 Sept - 21 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! (1,472 reviews)
"Really good location. Safe, quiet. Freeway is right there, but you can't hear it in the room. Breakfast is convenient, nothing special, but dissent. Rooms are little old, but perfectly clean. Stuff is super helpful."

Reviewed on 10 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 ฿4,643 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,643
฿5,242 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"All good with my stay."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
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 ฿6,995 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿6,995
฿8,040 total
28 Sept - 29 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! (1,857 reviews)
"Even though the hotel was under construction, our family had a wonderful and restful stay. The rooms was comfortable and our partial view was lovely. Unfortunately, we were not able to enjoy the balcony due to the construction that was ongoing during the day on the floor above us. Overall, the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
The price is ฿4,442 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,442
฿6,061 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,073 reviews)
"Great staff, Clean rooms but property is being renovated so some pools & Jacuzzi weren't fully functional."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
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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.

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.

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