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 ฿3,417 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,417
฿3,834 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 ...
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 ฿4,408 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,408
฿6,279 total
27 Sept - 28 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! (1,012 reviews)
"Filthy old carpets, excessive pet fee $150 per night for 2 small poodles, restaurant could not accommodate, for what they charge they are deeply lacking. And a resort fee for what? Does not even let you use the Spa. I will no longer stay at this property until serious changes are made!"

Reviewed on 3 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 ฿3,218 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! (1,454 reviews)
"This room was on top of the freeway so very noisy. The other side of the property is recommended."

Reviewed on 3 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 ฿5,096 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,096
฿5,750 total
13 Sept - 14 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 ...
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

2 out of 5
750 Raintree Drive Carlsbad CA
The price is ฿2,210 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿2,210
฿2,549 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,097 reviews)
"Thank You! B"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA 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 ฿3,784 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,784
฿4,245 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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
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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