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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3.0 star property

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

Explore the area

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850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(116 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Courtyard View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Courtyard View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

7.2 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(52 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Courtyard King Room with Terrace

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Courtyard King Room with Terrace

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Courtyard Two Queen Room with Terrace

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Courtyard Two Queen Room with Terrace

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Courtyard King Room With Private Balcony

Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Courtyard King Room With Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Carlsbad

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel places you steps from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and within a short 5-minute stroll of Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers. A meeting room and a 24-hour business centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Places within a short walk of this 3-property class City Center hotel include Museum of Making Music and LEGOLAND® California is within 15 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Crossings at Carlsbad - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 3 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel also features multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area.

This 3-star Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

  • 146 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offers 146 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 35 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 22.60 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking
  • Hot tub access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

As of 30 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel on 31 May 2026 start from NZ$259, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Yep, Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is a short 14-minute walk from South Carlsbad State Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving.

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

No, Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 846 out of 1919 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 425 out of 1919 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 313 out of 1919 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 184 out of 1919 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 151 out of 1919 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

SUSAN, El Cajon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable rooms were clean staff were friendly.. place needs to be remodeled reason why 4 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful staff, clean and updated rooms. Also great location.
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ericka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms, quiet nice place to stay with kids and really close to Legoland and the beach !!!! We will book here again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nice, staff was great, location was great, pool was great. The lobby was closed for renovation and their wifi didn’t work.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were very friendly, rooms are very tiny. Great for a one night stay for legoland trips.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, updated room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and in good condition. There was no lobby.The entire front of the motel was being renovated. The website said they had a breakfast.I guess because the lobby was missing.They canceled the breakfast. Overall not what I expected. Just mediocre
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Uriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best hotels I've stayed in in a long time. The room was extremely nice and clean and comfortable!!! Highly recommended!!!! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean check in and check out super quick
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean rooms and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Angela

Disliked: Cleanliness
It was nice but I’m a housekeeper so I dusted and washed the bathroom and it was so dirty! And on top of that I caught a cold after I cleaned! You guys should have a meeting
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

CINDY

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, it was great. It was comfortable, and we really liked how close it is to Legoland. My only complaint is that check out was at 11 am. However, housekeeping knocked on our door at 8:39am and was about to open our door. When I got to the door, she said she had someone for the room, so we had to go. I told her it wasn’t 11 am yet. She said she didn’t know, but that someone was coming in, so she needed to clean our room, pointing to her clipboard. I told her we would not leave since it was not check-out time yet. I don’t understand what happened. As I mentioned, overall great place, but I didn’t appreciate them trying to get us out before check-out time. My family was still sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Angelica, Fontana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room and quiet at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very welcoming, Lisa the lady during check in was so friendly and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

VERNON

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
YES STAFF WAS NICE
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026