Preferred - accommodation in Carlsbad

To claim the beds are queens is a stretch. No extra pillows or blankets were available in the room or at the office. Our sink didn’t drain and we had to have someone come fix it. There was a blood stain on the mattress that you could see through the sheets and the furniture wasn’t in good condition. A convenient enough location and a low price, but I’ve stayed in much nicer Motel 6s.

We got the junior suite which we very enjoyed. Room is spacious and clean. Front desk staff Denise was very nice and professional. Strong enough Wifi and great organization on Easter Day with egg hunting events for kids. We didn’t participate but we enjoyed the view and liveliness of it. One down side, we requested amenities but didn’t receive service after a long wait. I had to ask the housekeeping team in the morning for things I asked for the night before.

I knew the hotel was close to the highway but wasn’t prepared for how loud the road noise was even in the room with the doors closed. We were told no other rooms were available, (and discovered our room phone was non-functional when trying to call the office). We also had loud neighbors with poor soundproofing between the rooms and a large group hanging out loudly in the courtyard at midnight. So, bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper. Book a pool view room as those are set further back from the highway. My kid enjoyed the pool, and the Windmill Food Hall was convenient next door.