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Our top choices for City Center hotels

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Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
2.5 star property
City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean room, quiet and the breakfast was good. Short drive to legoland"
Canada
Scott
The price is ฿3,310
฿3,747 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View | View from room
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3.0 star property
City Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1763)
"Very kind staff, comfortable room, and an amazing heated pool! It was an amazing place to stay :) "
United States
Haley
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Outdoor pool
West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1085)
"Great place!"
United States
Adam
The price is ฿4,060
฿5,260 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
West Inn & Suites
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1690)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Cierra
The price is ฿1,772
฿1,984 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
Terrace/patio
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The staff was friendly and helpful, room was clean, great overall stay. "
United States
Charlsie
The price is ฿3,298
฿3,725 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The staff was nice, the hotel was clean and the amenities were great!"
United States
Deanna
The price is ฿4,187
฿4,689 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
Exterior
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Breakfast is great and the kitchen staff are so nice and helpful. "
United States
Frederick
The price is ฿4,779
฿5,362 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
Front of property – evening/night
Pala Casino Spa And Resort

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
4.0 star property
31.9 km from City Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4224)
"The room was great, the casino was clean, the staff were accommodating and friendly, and the food at Boy Meets Grill was delicious!!"
United States
Michael
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Courtyard
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
4.0 star property
22.4 km from City Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1904)
"Excellent location"
United States
Paolo
The price is ฿3,065
฿3,492 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach, 3.9 km from City Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1806)
"Basic, reasonably priced motel "
United States
Delrae
The price is ฿1,733
฿1,941 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Courtyard
Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn
2.5 star property
7.1 km from City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Love this place!"
United States
BILL
The price is ฿2,798
฿3,078 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Leucadia Beach Inn
8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 star property
17.4 km from City Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1544)
"Great place to stay, a lot of activities to do as well "
United States
Ana
The price is ฿4,526
฿6,176 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Courtyard
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
Bressi Ranch, 2.7 km from City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great accommodations!!"
United States
Mark
The price is ฿3,047
฿3,418 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
Lobby
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach
4.0 star property
11.1 km from City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great place "
United States
Muntasser
The price is ฿4,209
฿4,743 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach
Lobby
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 star property
South Beach, 3.9 km from City Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1045)
"Friendly staff, easy check in & check out."
United States
Julie
The price is ฿2,643
฿2,965 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Exterior
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
Aviara, 1.5 km from City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Hotel was clean, staff friendly, breakfast had a great variety and food was delicious!"
United States
Christina
The price is ฿3,374
฿3,812 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
Beach/ocean view
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
9.3 km from City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (503)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Joan
Moonlight Beach Motel
Terrace/patio
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
27.4 km from City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Nice accommodations and customer service. "
United States
Vivian
The price is ฿4,240
฿4,874 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hyatt Regency La Jolla

Hyatt Regency La Jolla

Hyatt Regency La Jolla
4.0 star property
29.6 km from City Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Check in was great, employees were so nice"
United States
Noel
The price is ฿4,494
฿6,327 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
Executive Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Pala Mesa Golf Resort

Pala Mesa Golf Resort

Pala Mesa Golf Resort
3.5 star property
27.6 km from City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (734)
"the place was beautiful, clean and so roomy"
United States
Ann
Pala Mesa Golf Resort
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Where to stay in City Center

Find the best City Center 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.

Aviara

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.

South Beach

If you're spending some time in South Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach 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.

Top City Center Hotel Reviews

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

10/10 Excellent
"From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel at home. The check-in was smooth, the room was spotless, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. I’ll definitely be coming back"
Candelaria 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Fairmont Grand Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"More pickleball courts "
Pauline 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Frequently asked questions

What is City Center like?
Travellers to the City Center neighbourhood in Carlsbad will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for City Center travel tips? Make sure that you visit The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in City Center?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, West Inn & Suites is the highest ranked property in City Center. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad and Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad.
How many hotels are there in City Center?
Expedia has 8 City Center hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Carlsbad area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in City Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in City Center.
What is there to do around this Carlsbad neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of City Center with a visit to Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Carlsbad Skatepark. The Crossings at Carlsbad and Carlsbad Premium Outlets are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. LEGOLAND® California, K1 Speed and Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation are just a few of the places to visit in and around City Center. When you're sightseeing in Carlsbad, SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium and GIA Museum are also worth a stop.