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 ## Visit City Center Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Carlsbad travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad.dx6056550) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ranunculus field](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128020/08d647f1-27df-4ced-9dfc-40ab47d4730e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flower Fields of Carlsbad 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) ![Rode bikes from a bike shop in Carlsbad to this spot! Absolutely gorgeous! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/f139a6d5-42e5-4269-877c-7c3b32212881.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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051767/64899349-fe6f-45bc-b02c-7cd687e013fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### LEGOLAND® California The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination. [](https://expedia.ca/LEGOLAND-California-Carlsbad-Ranch.d6051767.Vacation-Attraction) ![A Panoramic Aerial UAV Drone View of Carlsbad State Beach, California, in the Morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173215/fc047199-0b8e-4c8a-95d5-f85cc53b6eef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad State Beach 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) ![Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/ce7acd27-b067-41f6-9d22-86b4ab435aff.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) ![a gorgeous aerial shot of the blue lagoon waters surrounded by lush green trees and plants with blue sky, powerful clouds and a rainbow at Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad California USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638713/50ffdb1c-64a9-4047-b712-19ac35358dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad Lagoon If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Carlsbad. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Lagoon-Carlsbad.d553248621532638713.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 $89 per adult **84%** 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 $79 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) ![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) ![Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389585/954ac13c-4b1b-4a3b-8ced-5220eadcbff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission CA $11 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details) [See all activities in Carlsbad](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## City Center Hotel Deals ![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 $85 CA $96 total Jan 27 - Jan 28 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! (1,713 reviews) spotless, super fast check in, quiet and relaxed.. great stay this time. Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F01%2F2026&endDate=28%2F01%2F2026&selected=996221&PinnedHotelID=996221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) ![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 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! (1,796 reviews) Nice and easy Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=21355&PinnedHotelID=21355&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=21355&PinnedHotelID=21355&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 $176 CA $197 total Feb 1 - Feb 2 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! (1,001 reviews) Nice hotel. Room is clean and quiet. Love the kitchenette and the hot whirlpool. Food is ok. Wish they serve milk every breakfast. 😬 Staff are super nice. Went to Legoland and it was only like 7 mins drive. Overall, we like our stay in this hotel and will definitely come back next time. Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=33779056&PinnedHotelID=33779056&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 $163 CA $184 total Feb 1 - Feb 2 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! (1,006 reviews) Staff was friendly and room was clean Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=518451&PinnedHotelID=518451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) ![DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15300/15236/5afe6cec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar 11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA CA $179 CA $204 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,994 reviews) Room was clean and inviting. The staff was amazing, especially Sam at the front desk! Very sweet and courteous. Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=15236&PinnedHotelID=15236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) ![Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/ee70bfa4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA CA $154 CA $219 total Feb 10 - Feb 11 includes taxes & fees Book a 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 our ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,580 reviews) Always great stay- amenities, spacious villas and well maintained property Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=59916&PinnedHotelID=59916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980377604847009792) [See all 4,966 properties in City Center](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F01%2F2026&endDate=28%2F01%2F2026®ionId=980377604847009792) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check City Center hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=980377604847009792&startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27)[Jan 26 - Jan 27](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=980377604847009792&startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=980377604847009792&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28)[Jan 27 - Jan 28](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=980377604847009792&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=980377604847009792&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=980377604847009792&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=980377604847009792&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=980377604847009792&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around City Center ![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 Batiquitos Lagoon are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Poinsettia.dx980376888067723264) ![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) ### Carlsbad Ranch While visiting Carlsbad Ranch, you might make a stop by sights like LEGOLAND® California and GIA Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Carlsbad-Ranch.dx980378407091535872) ![Carlsbad village, California ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472990/47bf648f-ccc9-499b-8ab2-fa06eab5c0b7.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) ### 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) ### 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) ![aerial shot of a gorgeous summer landscape at Batiquitos Lagoon with blue waters, lush green trees and blue sky background with clouds in Carlsbad California USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480927/ad63b790-b3e6-46d5-b55c-003c485d55ca.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. 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