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1. Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Location: City Center
Guest rating: 7.6/10 (Good, 1979 reviews)
Price: $60 nightly, $67 total, Nov 23 - Nov 24, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: Nice location rooms were nice, by Shane

2. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

A modern kitchen with a large island, a refrigerated display case, and a textured backsplash.

Location: South Beach
Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 1558 reviews)
Price: $101 nightly, $113 total, Nov 29 - Nov 30, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: Great place to stay, loved it, by Jorge Adrian

3. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

Location: South Beach
Guest rating: 6.8/10 (2136 reviews)
Price: $59 nightly, $66 total, Dec 13 - Dec 14, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: The room was clean and the staff was helpful., by Sitlali

4. Scandia Motel

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Location: Carlsbad Village
Guest rating: 7.6/10 (Good, 1000 reviews)
Price: $60 nightly, $67 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: The staff is friendly and the rooms are clean, by Kaitlin

5. Carlsbad Village Inn

Location: Carlsbad Village
Guest rating: 6.8/10 (1000 reviews)
Review: Really enjoyed my stay , by Celestina

6. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort Hotel

A beach lifeguard tower with an American flag, situated on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.

Location: Carlsbad Village
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 16 reviews)
Price: $166 nightly, $182 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: Perfect beach hotel for families., by Clinton

7. Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, chair, and a kitchenette area with a microwave and sink.

Location: Olde Carlsbad
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 1001 reviews)
Price: $76 nightly, $86 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: Had a great stay, by Philip

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a large window.

Location: Olde Carlsbad
Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 1001 reviews)
Price: $77 nightly, $86 total, Dec 2 - Dec 3, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: GOOD PLACE FOR A SHORT STAY, by Jacqueline

9. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Location: Aviara
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 1000 reviews)
Price: $120 nightly, $134 total, Nov 22 - Nov 23, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: Great stay, by Heather

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

An outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

Location: South Beach
Guest rating: 7.6/10 (Good, 1000 reviews)
Price: $94 nightly, $105 total, Dec 13 - Dec 14, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: overall great place to stay, by robert

11. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, string lights, and a view of the ocean.

Location: Carlsbad Village
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 1001 reviews)
Price: $161 nightly, $180 total, Dec 13 - Dec 14, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: The View and the location and the value were the best things about our stay., by Catherine

12. Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea

A Stay America hotel with a lobby entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area.

Location: Carlsbad Village
Guest rating: 6.8/10 (1000 reviews)
Price: $100 nightly, $112 total, Dec 12 - Dec 13, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: Clean rooms and walking distance to many restaurants. Coffee and muffins in the lobby each morning. We would stay there again., by Amanda

13. Ocean Palms Beach Resort

A courtyard with a dining area, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

Location: Carlsbad Village
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 1000 reviews)
Price: $238 nightly, $267 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: Great location with very friendly and accommodating staff., by Yorleni

14. Pelican Cove Inn

A coastal hotel with a prominent tower, multiple balconies, and lush tropical landscaping.

Location: North Beach
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 272 reviews)
Price: $100 nightly, $112 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: This is a great hidden gem. We will be staying here again in the future!!, by kalie

17. Carlsbad Blvd Villa in Carlsbad

A residential area with a road, a beach, and houses with a patio.

Location: North Beach
Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 1 review)
Price: $721 nightly, $807 total, Nov 23 - Nov 24, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Carlsbad 2-star hotels
Review: The veiw was obstructed by construction. Idk if it was pet friendly. The househad everything we needed a d wa veey clean. Ido wish we had a TV in our rooms. But overall it was a 10!, by Janet

18. Coastal Palm Haven - With Hot Tub

An aerial view of a residential area with two houses, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

Location: Carlsbad Village

19. Carlsbad Beachfront Home W Hot tub

A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Location: North Beach

Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Address: 2229 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad, CA, 92011, US
Location: Aviara
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (1000 reviews)
Review: The room was clean and even though it's by an airport it was extremely quite and the bed was comfortable so we slept good. We were provided with great customer service and delicious breakfast! I would definitely stay again if in the area again!, by Diana, May 28, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Moonlight Beach Motel

A beach with a building on the left, waves crashing onto the shore, and a clear sky.

Location: Downtown Encinitas
Review: The Moonlight Beach Motel has been nicely updated recently and the view from the deluxe double room was amazing! There are no frills but has what you need including coffee maker, mini fridge & microwave & you can beat how close to the beach it is. It is very clean & well kept and Jordan at the front desk is very nice & helpful. I will stay here again., by Bill, January 29, 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent

Ocean Palms Beach Resort

Address: 2950 Ocean Street, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, US
Location: Carlsbad Village
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (1000 reviews)
Review: Wonderful location directly across from beach access and the Carlsbad village. Service was awesome! They made our experience special and stress free, especially having young children. They provided all of the beach amenities we could ask for, including towels, toys, chairs, umbrellas. The grounds of the property really made the stay extra special. It’s meticulously maintained with a Hawaiian vibe. You very much feel like you’ve been transported to the islands. Can’t wait to come back!, by Anonymous traveler, August 17, 2019, rated 10/10 Excellent

Leucadia Beach Inn

Location: Leucadia
Review: Great location with good parking. I enjoyed the walk to Beacon Park and Grandview beach access points. (Both have long steep descents; people with mobility challenges may need to drive to get to easier access.) Nice clean room with kitchenette. Friendly staff., by Pamela, December 4, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

Pelican Cove Inn

Address: 320 Walnut Ave, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, US
Location: North Beach
Star rating: 2/5
Guest rating: 9/10 (272 reviews)
Review: It was a self check in/out which was very convenient. You can text the staff and they are very responsive. The place is very quaint, older but very well kept and clean. The only thing that was difficult is the parking is very tight and small area so we had to park about 2 blocks away. This was the only negative experience. The bed was very comfortable and there is no AC but our room had 5 fans throughout so it was not an issue on a 78 degree day. It was quiet and we had great water pressure..., by Lysandra, October 26, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

Address: 3180 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, US
Location: Carlsbad Village
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 9/10 (1001 reviews)
Review: Awesome ocean view and yummy breakfast!, by Linda, December 26, 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent

Motel 6 Carlsbad Village, CA - Near Legoland

Address: 3666 Pio Pico Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, US
Location: Olde Carlsbad
Star rating: 2/5
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (1001 reviews)
Review: Pleasant stay, by john, July 20, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

Orli La Jolla

A modern living room with dark walls, a wooden cabinet, a sofa, a blue armchair, and a patterned rug.

Location: Village of La Jolla
Review: This is an amazing place!, by Kimberly, September 14, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Beach Cottages

A beach view with a palm tree, a covered area with people, and a building with a sloped roof.

Location: Pacific Beach
Review: Great location, by Kevin, January 3, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Sands of La Jolla

A sign for "Sands of La Jolla" with the number 5417.

Location: Bird Rock
Review: Very nice, clean. Loved that the bathroom light would turn on as you walked towards it. Shower was amazing. Ac/heater worked well and wifi was great! Microwave wasn't in the room but on the deck which was easy to get to. Wish it was warmer to swim in the pool! Loved the restaurants and things to do around the area and in walking distance. Would def stay at again!, by Melissa, February 23, 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

Location: Kearny Mesa
Review: I loved that our rooms were cleaned daily, beds made, bathrooms spotless, and we got fresh towels daily. The room was spacious, clean, and efficient., by Julie, October 24, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Address: 3700 Pio Pico Dr, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, US
Location: Olde Carlsbad
Star rating: 2.5/5
Guest rating: 8.4/10 (1001 reviews)
Review: One of my very favorite hotels to stay in Carlsbad!, by Carla, January 22, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Oceanside Inn & Suites

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and artwork on the walls.

Location: South Oceanside
Review: The front desk gentleman was very kind and easy going. We stayed in 109 and it was very neat having our own garage to park in right outside of the door. It’s a cute room with a tv, microwave, mini fridge, drawers, a place to hang clothes, and full stand up shower. Overall good experience, will be back. Also parking was free, and there seemed to be plenty of it on a Tuesday night., by Kaylee, July 30, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Motel Mediteran Escondido

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Location: Kit Carson
Review: I love this place its quite clean and awat from city noise., by Porfirio, December 23, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

Hampton Inn San Diego Del Mar

A hotel courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a paved walkway and palm trees.

Location: Carmel Valley
Review: Excellent accommodations; clean and comfortable rooms, safe and convenient parking and excellent breakfast, by Mark, October 4, 2021, rated 10/10 Excellent

Brisa Pacific Hotel Encinitas

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a park.

Location: Downtown Encinitas
Review: Stayed here for one night after a concert & was happy to have found this place. The rooms were tidy, the staff was kind & friendly. Very quiet hotel. Perfect for a good night's sleep. Highly recommend!, by Michelle, November 4, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

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