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A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a bowl of fruit.

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

1. West Inn & Suites

City Center

Relax and recharge steps from sandy shores at a beach haven with a refreshing pool.

฿4,223

฿5,471 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach

Bask in coastal bliss with easy access to white sand shores, just 8 minutes to South Carlsbad State Beach, plus refreshing pool and hot tub.

฿3,220

฿3,613 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by yellow chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Home2".

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center

฿5,063

฿5,671 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower, a sink with a vase of flowers, and towel racks.

4. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara

฿3,992

฿4,519 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a view of a pool, and a building in the background.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas, overlooking a swimming pool and a building with multiple balconies.

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

City Center

฿4,381

฿4,959 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel reception area with a Pepsi refrigerator, a large mosaic wall, and a wooden floor.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large screen TV.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center

Soak up the sun with direct beach access, where a short 4-minute drive connects this tranquil Carlsbad hotel to golden shores.

฿4,284

฿4,849 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A coastal area with a sandy beach, a cliff, and a road leading to a residential area with buildings.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with wicker chairs, a black and white patterned backsplash, and wooden shelves stocked with bottles.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach

Bask in ocean bliss at this shoreside retreat, with beach access just steps away and sunset views that paint the Pacific sky.

฿4,554

฿5,142 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A poolside area with a circular fire pit surrounded by a curved seating area with striped cushions.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees.

A modern restaurant with booth seating, pendant lighting, and a herringbone wood floor.

8. MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

Carlsbad Ranch

฿6,391

฿7,158 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Carlsbad

Pool

Breakfast included

4 stars

Family-friendly

5 stars

Beach hotels with pools in Carlsbad

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

West Inn & Suites

City Center

฿4,223

฿5,471 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by yellow chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Home2".

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center

฿5,063

฿5,671 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach

฿3,220

฿3,613 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a large screen displaying content.

A hotel reception area with a Pepsi refrigerator, a large mosaic wall, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center

฿4,284

฿4,849 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

A hotel room with a wooden shelf unit, a door, and a wall with a circular pattern. There are two refrigerators with various food items and beverages.

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara

฿3,992

฿4,519 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a view of a pool, and a building in the background.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas, overlooking a swimming pool and a building with multiple balconies.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

City Center

฿4,381

฿4,959 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central island with bar stools.

An outdoor patio with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a large painting on the wall.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with a flag, and multiple windows on each floor.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara

฿5,063

฿5,681 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.

A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

A covered outdoor seating area with multiple lounge chairs and a view of the landscape.

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch

฿5,599

฿7,143 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A poolside area with a circular fire pit surrounded by a curved seating area with striped cushions.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees.

A modern restaurant with booth seating, pendant lighting, and a herringbone wood floor.

MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

Carlsbad Ranch

฿6,391

฿7,158 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

A balcony with a sofa, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the ocean.

A seaside property with a balcony overlooking the ocean, featuring outdoor seating and a bicycle.

Beach Terrace

Carlsbad

฿8,135

฿10,776 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Carlsbad

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

West Inn & Suites

City Center

฿4,223

฿5,471 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a view of a pool, and a building in the background.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas, overlooking a swimming pool and a building with multiple balconies.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

City Center

฿4,381

฿4,959 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a large screen displaying content.

A hotel reception area with a Pepsi refrigerator, a large mosaic wall, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center

฿4,284

฿4,849 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

A hotel room with a wooden shelf unit, a door, and a wall with a circular pattern. There are two refrigerators with various food items and beverages.

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara

฿3,992

฿4,519 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach

฿3,220

฿3,613 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign for Holiday Inn Express & Suites.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.

A covered outdoor area with wicker furniture, a pool, and a clear view of the sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large blue wall with the hotel name.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach

฿3,594

฿4,032 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A coastal road with palm trees and a beach in the background.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a skylight, and a modern open-plan layout with seating areas and a dining space.

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

North Beach

฿7,057

฿7,904 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by yellow chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Home2".

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center

฿5,063

฿5,671 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.

A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

A covered outdoor seating area with multiple lounge chairs and a view of the landscape.

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch

฿5,599

฿7,143 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and decorative hanging lights.

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach

฿4,554

฿5,142 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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4-star beach hotels in Carlsbad

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

A hotel with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A hotel entrance with a large circular chandelier, a brick facade, and a sign reading "TWENTY20".

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Carlsbad Ranch

฿6,436

฿8,602 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and decorative hanging lights.

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach

฿4,554

฿5,142 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a view of the outdoors.

A restaurant with high wooden ceilings, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A buffet table with fruits and vegetables, set against a backdrop of palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

South Beach

฿4,797

฿6,696 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor patio with fire pits, wicker furniture, and hanging lights.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and decorative lighting.

An outdoor bar area with a sofa and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a view of palm trees.

A modern building with a large entrance, a landscaped area with planters, and a clear sky.

Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

Carlsbad Ranch

฿7,318

฿9,477 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A resort with multiple swimming pools, a golf course, and a view of the surrounding hills.

A well-maintained garden with palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

A resort with a large pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

La Costa

฿9,582

฿12,881 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, wooden chairs, and a palm tree.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A resort with multiple-story buildings, outdoor seating areas, and a pathway leading to the beach.

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Village

฿6,828

฿8,745 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

8/10 Good

"Room was clean. We had no trash can in the kitchen for 5 days. Towels were replaced every day, even when not required. Pool was fantastic. Staff were lovely. Breakfast was not great. No tea for 5 days. Yogurt machine was always broken. We usually stay at best western yacht harbor but stayed here for a change. I would stay again though. They have suites and it's a great and safe location."

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

8/10 Good

"Property was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Would stay here again"

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Shuttle to/from Carlsbad village was great for our group of six - didn’t have to worry about driving or uber. Also supplied beach chairs and umbrellas that you can take to the beach right across the street. Waiter Jake at the bar outside for happy hour was great and loved by all in our group of six"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our one night stay every thing was great"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

8/10 Good

"Shower needs some redoing."

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

10/10 Excellent

"I have been enjoying my stay here the pool is great it's quiet and no one is here my room is big I have my room is big I have lots of space and I like it here"

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The shuttle to the beach was great! Beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, water, and people checking on you."

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

8/10 Good

"quiet and clean"

West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had a wonderful stay and would absolutely stay here again! The room was very clean, the shower was huge, and the bed and pillows were incredibly comfortable. We slept great! The staff was courteous, friendly, and got us checked in quickly. The location is fantastic, especially being right by the beach. There is a train that runs nearby, but honestly, we didn't hear it at all during our stay. And the breakfast was amazing! It was a full buffet with plenty of options to choose from, not just your typical grab a muffin and go hotel breakfast. By the time you factor in what you'd spend taking the family out for breakfast, paying a little extra to stay here practically pays for itself. Clean room, comfortable beds, great location, friendly staff, and a fantastic breakfast. All around a great stay and definitely 5 stars from us! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Frequently asked questions

What is Carlsbad like for travellers who love the beach?

Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Carlsbad has a lot to offer the traveller dreaming of a beach holiday.

What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Carlsbad?

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa is a top beach resort offering a full-service spa and free WiFi, located within a short 7-minute walk of South Carlsbad State Beach . Other good choices to stay near the beach include Beach Terrace and Ocean Palms Beach Resort.

How many beach hotels should I expect to find in Carlsbad?

Choose from one of Expedia's 24 hotels in Carlsbad for your beachside break.

When's the best time for a beach holiday in Carlsbad?

Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Carlsbad: 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 is there to see and do around Carlsbad?

After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Tamarack Beach or Carlsbad Lagoon. Experience the area's surfing and theme parks, and make time for local attractions such as LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad State Beach. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Carlsbad Premium Outlets or Flower Fields of Carlsbad.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Carlsbad?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Carlsbad more easily: If you're looking to fly to Carlsbad, the closest major airport is in Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from the city centre. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Carlsbad Village Station or Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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