Title: Visit City Center: Best of City Center, Carlsbad Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in City Center](https://expedia.ca/City-Center-Hotels.d980377604847009792.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Carlsbad](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Carlsbad](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Activities)[City Center Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-City-Center.d980377604847009792.Car-Rental-Guide)[City Center Vacations](https://expedia.ca/City-Center.d980377604847009792.Destination-Travel-Guides) # City Center ## Carlsbad ![Photo by Tash Foe](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1023cc40da8c6c0cb7627a71468af0fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Tash Foe](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1023cc40da8c6c0cb7627a71468af0fb.jpg) ![Photo by Mariam Qozi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/eca66a7c59413019c69eec9cfac7ea5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Mariam Qozi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/eca66a7c59413019c69eec9cfac7ea5d.jpg) ![Photo by Mariam Qozi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f8db33e525443912790cd52114e614f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Mariam Qozi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f8db33e525443912790cd52114e614f3.jpg) ![Photo by The Camangian's](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2b2084852b49d8cd16a49e5dab094e81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by The Camangian's](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2b2084852b49d8cd16a49e5dab094e81.jpg) ![Photo by The Camangian's](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6501f0c34500fa9cca0260dd80c214e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by The Camangian's](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6501f0c34500fa9cca0260dd80c214e5.jpg) ## Visit City Center Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Carlsbad travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad.dx6056550) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Tamarack Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f4f3b649ec503bd6f7468e72fd30aeec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamarack Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? [](https://expedia.ca/Tamarack-Beach-Carlsbad.d553248635983988677.Vacation-Attraction) ![Legoland California showing rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22123-Legoland-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### LEGOLAND® California 4.5/5(108 reviews) The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination. [](https://expedia.ca/LEGOLAND-California-Carlsbad-Ranch.d6051767.Vacation-Attraction) ![Carlsbad State Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/fcecadfbd5fcfa4ffdb717792a269e37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad State Beach 4.5/5(39 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-State-Beach-Carlsbad.d6173215.Vacation-Attraction) ![South Carlsbad State Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/74001c4bbf06b12f13d28d166745e66a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Carlsbad State Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? [](https://expedia.ca/South-Carlsbad-State-Beach-Carlsbad.d553248635976195369.Vacation-Attraction) #### Carlsbad Premium Outlets 4/5(78 reviews) You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your visit to Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Premium-Outlets-Carlsbad.d6157989.Vacation-Attraction) #### Flower Fields of Carlsbad 3/5(2 reviews) Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Flower-Fields-Of-Carlsbad-City-Center.d6128020.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![LEGOLAND® California Resort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169428/4add278e-78ce-44aa-b7e4-703b2249aec9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### LEGOLAND® California Resort CA $90 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details) ![Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/477590/c90eced8-f748-43cb-bc12-69167ef25be6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures CA $80 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) ![Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48014179/2913330e-0f4b-475f-ac5f-85d973c8f530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental CA $56 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-beach-cruiser-full-day-bike-rental.a48014179.activity-details) ![Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48165271/65d19ed5-bd6d-404f-ba37-ab0c1e87e0a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental CA $28 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-full-day-skimboard-rental.a48165271.activity-details) ![Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3352475/a08d33a7-8ad8-4767-93ce-a795276bf006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App! CA $59 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-village-team-trivia-hunt-new-2024-mobile-app.a3352475.activity-details) ![Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48290375/e2c862f9-c282-4a98-96d2-d1930538c067.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals CA $35 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/solana-beach-surfboard-rentals.a48290375.activity-details) [See all activities in Carlsbad](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## City Center Hotel Deals ![Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21355/b785e0e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel 850 Palomar Airport Road Carlsbad CA CA $143 CA $179 total Dec 14 - Dec 15 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, a 24-hour business center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,742 reviews) Nice view of the pool from the balcony. The kids had a good time at the pool. Pool was clean. Nice clean room. The beds were too soft though. Shower pressure was excellent. Close to restaurants and right across from the premium outlet. Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=21355&PinnedHotelID=21355&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) ![Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996300/996221/2b6d9777_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East 6117 Paseo Del Norte Carlsbad CA CA $79 CA $88 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,684 reviews) Room clean. Tub bottom slipping hazard. TV remote gimpy. Scott, front desk person Tuesday evening, came over to room and was very helpful dealing with it. Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=996221&PinnedHotelID=996221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) ![Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/518500/518451/b6ecd7ba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad 5835 Owens Avenue Carlsbad CA CA $145 CA $164 total Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) Staff were great! Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=518451&PinnedHotelID=518451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) ![Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33780000/33779100/33779056/7deeb73b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad 1901 WRIGHT PLACE Carlsbad CA CA $164 CA $184 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) The staff was nice, the hotel was clean and the amenities were great! Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=33779056&PinnedHotelID=33779056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) ![Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/283200/283129/92ba21e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad 2000 Faraday Ave Carlsbad CA CA $220 CA $246 total Dec 14 - Dec 15 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Clean room, friendly staff, large selection of breakfast items. Air conditioning in room is not working, promptly fixed! Would like to see signage designating that pets are not allowed in breakfast eating/serving area. While going to breakfast one morning, heard yapping of older female and her pet ... Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=283129&PinnedHotelID=283129&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) ![Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/868500/868459/6b07d478_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Studio 6 Carlsbad, CA 5010 Avenida Encinas Carlsbad CA Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 5.4/10 (1,062 reviews) GREAT PLACE FOR SHORT TERM STAY I was given a great room as it was away from any noise. Also it's great to have a full kitchen! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Carlsbad-Ranch.dx980378407091535872) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Calavera Hills Village While there might not be top attractions in Calavera Hills Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation and LEGOLAND® California. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Calavera-Hills-Village.dx553248635976473722) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Poinsettia While Poinsettia isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and The Crossings at Carlsbad are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Poinsettia.dx980376888067723264) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b3e0b75a732a3a3f95564d9b6647cf3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aviara 4.5/5(3 area reviews) Set in the hills of southern Carlsbad, this resort neighborhood boasts stunning ocean and lagoon views, with the luxurious Park Hyatt Resort and the renowned Aviara Golf Club as its main attractions. Just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego, it's a golfer's paradise. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Aviara.dx553248635976480927) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bressi Ranch 4/5(1 area review) When in Bressi Ranch, you can plan a visit to Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and LEGOLAND® California, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Bressi-Ranch.dx553248635976472990) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hedionda Point Though Hedionda Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Hedionda-Point.dx864786920344158208) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # City Center