Carlsbad

Travel Guide

Legoland California which includes rides
Legoland California featuring rides and a park
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Legoland California featuring rides
Legoland California which includes rides and a park

Where to stay in Carlsbad

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Carlsbad Village

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Carlsbad Village
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Aviara

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

Aviara
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North Beach

While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach.

North Beach
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South Beach

If you're spending some time in South Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

South Beach
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Olde Carlsbad

While visiting Olde Carlsbad, you might make a stop by sights like The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails.

Olde Carlsbad
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La Costa

La Costa might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

La Costa
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is €236 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€236
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,328 reviews)
"Great, well kept older facility. Wonderful people, great hot tub, fun activities (if you’re into that) and fantastic location."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €125 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
€125
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy a fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the pool ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,453 reviews)
"We had a nice room at Carlsbad by the sea resort. Nice and clean."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is €120 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€120
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Don’t like paying for parking"

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
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.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,328 reviews)
"Great, well kept older facility. Wonderful people, great hot tub, fun activities (if you’re into that) and fantastic location."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
3 out of 5
2895 Ocean St, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"Outstanding location near downtown Carlsbad."

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
OPEN 3/2-8! Pool/Spa, Billiards, Pets, Beach Spa Getaway!
OPEN 3/2-8! Pool/Spa, Billiards, Pets, Beach Spa Getaway!
Carlsbad
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Awesome San Diego stay
"Wonderful stay for 6 people. Played pool and hung out on the patio as well as cooking meals. All the amenities and cleanliness of this house is fantastic. We will definitely be staying here again on our next trip to San Diego"

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2025

OPEN 3/2-8! Pool/Spa, Billiards, Pets, Beach Spa Getaway!
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.

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Reviews of Carlsbad

4.5
Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The center of town is a bit of a drive but definitely worth visiting.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I only had one day there, so for me the beach side walk was very pleasant.