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Our top choices for Carlsbad State Beach hotels

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.
A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.
A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

1. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
City Center, 2.7 km from Carlsbad State Beach
Mexico
Juan
CA $181
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
West Inn & Suites
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a view of the ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A beach with a clear sky and calm sea.

2. Ocean Palms Beach Resort

Ocean Palms Beach Resort
Carlsbad Village, 0.5 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Yorleni
CA $300
CA $336 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Ocean Palms Beach Resort
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, each with a built-in fire feature, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, a glass coffee table, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, balconies, and palm trees.
A hotel lobby with leather armchairs, a reception desk, and decorative glass spheres.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
Carlsbad Village, 0.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Steven
CA $273
CA $306 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.
A hotel with a red facade, multiple balconies, and a parking lot with palm trees.
A parking lot with a building featuring a red-tiled roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by palm trees.
A reception desk with a dark wood finish, a potted plant to the right, and a framed picture above the door.

4. Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
Olde Carlsbad, 1.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Myrna
CA $113
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland
A coastal hotel with a prominent tower, multiple balconies, and lush tropical landscaping.
A covered outdoor area with a white lattice fence, a concrete patio, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, a television, and a wardrobe.
A pathway leading to a white building with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

5. Pelican Cove Inn

Pelican Cove Inn
North Beach, 0.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
kalie
CA $135
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Pelican Cove Inn
A balcony with a view of the beach, outdoor seating, and a wooden ceiling.
A spacious living area with a large window offering a view of the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a dining table with chairs.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the ocean.
A modern two-story building with a garage, a balcony, and a view of the ocean.

6. Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Carlsbad Village, 0.6 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
John
CA $400
CA $937 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a wardrobe, and a mirror on the wall.
A sign for Oceanside Inn & Suites indicating a vacancy.
A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and artwork on the walls.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower curtain.

7. Oceanside Inn & Suites

Oceanside Inn & Suites
2.6 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Scott
CA $117
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Oceanside Inn & Suites
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the ocean.
A modern hotel with a covered patio, landscaped garden, and a clear view of the surrounding area.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea, and pendant lights.
A reception area with a counter, baskets, and shelves with various items.

8. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad
Carlsbad Village, 0.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Tammy
CA $237
CA $266 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A resort with multiple-story buildings, outdoor seating areas, and a pathway leading to the beach.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.
A hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating, and a pool area.

9. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Village, 0.4 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Melissa
CA $269
CA $349 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large landscape painting above the beds.
A Days Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent logo and a well-maintained garden area in front.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with balconies in the background.

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Olde Carlsbad, 1.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Jim
CA $107
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A building with a large arched entrance, a sign reading "HYLAND INN", and a parking lot in front.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a towel rack, and a soap dispenser.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator.

11. Hyland Inn Near Legoland

Hyland Inn Near Legoland
Olde Carlsbad, 1.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach
Mexico
Javier Alejandro
CA $106
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hyland Inn Near Legoland
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.
A motel with a signboard, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.
A kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a white countertop, a clock on the wall, and a potted plant.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a gas stove.

12. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
Carlsbad Village, 1.1 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Kaitlin
CA $81
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Scandia Motel
A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.
A modern interior with a seating area, a kitchen, and a view of the outdoors.
Two chairs facing a beach with a clear view of the ocean.
A beach lifeguard tower with an American flag, situated on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.

13. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Hotel

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Hotel
Carlsbad Village, 0.4 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Sandra
CA $183
CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Hotel
A Stay America hotel with a lobby entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area.
A coffee station with two coffee makers, a selection of coffee pods, and disposable cups.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

14. Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea

Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea
Carlsbad Village, 1.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Steven
CA $142
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

15. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
12.1 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Brenda
CA $188
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
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 hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a Hilton logo, and a wooden wall design.

16. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
Aviara, 7.8 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Heather
CA $157
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.
A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.
A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a blue seating area.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
17.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Paula
CA $213
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.
A wedding aisle with white chairs and floral decorations leading to a decorated arch.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A pool area with a view of a mountain and a town in the background.

18. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
13.6 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Nicole
CA $128
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Lakehouse Resort
A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.
A snack and beverage area with a 'Treats' sign, shelves stocked with snacks, and a beverage dispenser.
A hotel lobby with a patterned sofa, round tables, and chairs.
A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and exercise bikes.

19. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
15.7 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Sylwia A
CA $209
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.
A spacious conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, and a sofa. There are ceiling lights, a television, and a kitchen area visible.
A sandy beach with footprints and seagulls.
A modern interior with a seating area, tables, and a fireplace.

20. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
Bressi Ranch, 9 km from Carlsbad State Beach
United States
Scott
CA $188
CA $211 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

West Inn & Suites

City Center, 2.7 km from Carlsbad State Beach
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An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Ocean Palms Beach Resort

Carlsbad Village, 0.5 km from Carlsbad State Beach
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An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, each with a built-in fire feature, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Carlsbad Village, 0.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach
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A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland

Olde Carlsbad, 1.2 km from Carlsbad State Beach
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A coastal hotel with a prominent tower, multiple balconies, and lush tropical landscaping.

Pelican Cove Inn

North Beach, 0.3 km from Carlsbad State Beach
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CA $181
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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CA $336 total
includes taxes & fees
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CA $273
CA $306 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
CA $113
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
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CA $135
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
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Top Carlsbad State Beach Hotel Reviews

Hyland Inn Near Legoland

Hyland Inn Near Legoland

10/10 Excellent
"Nice hotel for the price."
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Hyland Inn Near Legoland
Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent
"The rooms are clean , brand new , smells good . The breakfast is yummy! The cheese eggs , bomb ! The staff is overall super friendly ! They know me by name . I love it there , and go almost every month !"
Mary 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were very friendly, and the room was clean."
John 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
Pelican Cove Inn

Pelican Cove Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent weekend stay!.. Unique and quaint place with a great top deck for sun, parking is accommodating, great fireplace too!...just wish they had A.C....Highly recommended!!!!"
DUSTIN 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Pelican Cove Inn
Cozy Beach Retreat with Spacious Private Patio - Steps from the Sand #7

Cozy Beach Retreat with Spacious Private Patio - Steps from the Sand #7

10/10 Excellent
"You can hear everything from above. Very noisy in the morning and late night."
Andrew S. 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Cozy Beach Retreat with Spacious Private Patio - Steps from the Sand #7
Beachside Condo#C

Beachside Condo#C

10/10 Excellent
"The location was superb!!!"
Michele M. 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Beachside Condo#C
Beachside condo #D

Beachside condo #D

10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay at this beachside condo! The location was perfect, with the beach, restaurants, and local attractions all within easy walking distance. It was so convenient to be able to leave the car parked and enjoy everything the area had to offer on foot.The condo was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. We especially appreciated the designated parking space, which made coming and going hassle-free.Another highlight was how quiet and peaceful the property was. Despite being close to the beach and restaurants, the condo provided a relaxing retreat at the end of each day.Overall, this was a great place to stay, and we would definitely recommend it to others looking for a comfortable and conveniently located beach getaway. We would happily stay here again!"
Erika D. 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Beachside condo #D
Seashore on the Sand

Seashore on the Sand

10/10 Excellent
"We loved our stay! You could not get any closer to the beach! We will definitely come back again."
Nancy 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Seashore on the Sand
Carlsbad Cottage by the Beach

Carlsbad Cottage by the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Walkable distance to restaurants and coffee shops."
NICCOLE M. 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Carlsbad Cottage by the Beach

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A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and people enjoying the shore.
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Tamarack Beach

9.0/10 (124 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
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A river winding through a green landscape with a rainbow arching over it.

Carlsbad Lagoon

8.8/10 (421 reviews)
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.
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State Street Farmers Market

7.6/10 (16 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir at State Street Farmers Market during your stay in Carlsbad.
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Holiday Park

8.4/10 (28 reviews)
After visiting Holiday Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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New Village Arts Theatre

7.6/10 (20 reviews)
You can get tickets for a performance at New Village Arts Theatre during your stay in Carlsbad. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
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Magee Park

7.6/10 (14 reviews)
After visiting Magee Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively breweries.
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Saint Malo Beach

8.6/10 (7 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Saint Malo Beach during your trip to Oceanside?
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Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center

8.0/10 (82 reviews)
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center, a lovely green space in Oceanside. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carlsbad State Beach?
Carlsbad State Beach is located in Carlsbad. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 361 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Carlsbad State Beach?
Adjacent to Carlsbad State Beach, Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel and Beach Terrace.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Carlsbad State Beach?
Expedia has 361 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Carlsbad State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carlsbad State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Carlsbad State Beach.
What can I see and do near Carlsbad State Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at GIA Museum, Museum of Making Music, and California Surf Museum. Spend some time wandering around Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Magee Park, and Holiday Park. Dip your toes in the water at Tamarack Beach, Carlsbad Lagoon, and Oceanside Beach.

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