Title: Visit South Beach: 2026 South Beach, Carlsbad Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in South Beach](https://expedia.com/South-Beach-Carlsbad-Hotels.0-n864787441148780544-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Carlsbad](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Carlsbad](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in South Beach](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-South-Beach.d864787441148780544.Car-Rental-Guide)[South Beach Vacations](https://expedia.com/South-Beach.d864787441148780544.Destination-Travel-Guides) # South Beach, CA ## Carlsbad ![South Ponto, Carlsbad, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864787441148780544/4df1aa48-8ee5-48a8-8ccd-c6f5fe444f40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Ponto, Carlsbad, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864787441148780544/4df1aa48-8ee5-48a8-8ccd-c6f5fe444f40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rocky shores.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/31197a10-6c52-42a0-9db6-05985b99a1eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/ce7acd27-b067-41f6-9d22-86b4ab435aff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia Sunset cliff Carlsbad, CA. Best place to go with a loved one and just chill. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/5ee27754-c91d-48bc-b44e-1c2001d02368.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South Beach Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Carlsbad Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad.dx6056550) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/ce7acd27-b067-41f6-9d22-86b4ab435aff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Carlsbad State Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? [](https://expedia.com/South-Carlsbad-State-Beach-South-Beach.d553248635976195369.Vacation-Attraction) ![Legoland California featuring rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051767/64899349-fe6f-45bc-b02c-7cd687e013fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### LEGOLAND® California The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination. [](https://expedia.com/LEGOLAND-California-Carlsbad-Ranch.d6051767.Vacation-Attraction) ![A Panoramic Aerial UAV Drone View of Carlsbad State Beach, California, in the Morning](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173215/fc047199-0b8e-4c8a-95d5-f85cc53b6eef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad State Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-State-Beach-North-Beach.d6173215.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ranunculus field](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128020/08d647f1-27df-4ced-9dfc-40ab47d4730e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flower Fields of Carlsbad Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.com/Flower-Fields-Of-Carlsbad-City-Center.d6128020.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rode bikes from a bike shop in Carlsbad to this spot! Absolutely gorgeous! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/f139a6d5-42e5-4269-877c-7c3b32212881.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamarack Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? [](https://expedia.com/Tamarack-Beach-City-Center.d553248635983988677.Vacation-Attraction) ![a gorgeous aerial shot of the blue lagoon waters surrounded by lush green trees and plants with blue sky, powerful clouds and a rainbow at Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad California USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638713/50ffdb1c-64a9-4047-b712-19ac35358dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carlsbad Lagoon 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. [](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-Lagoon-Hedionda-Point.d553248621532638713.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/477590/c90eced8-f748-43cb-bc12-69167ef25be6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures $57 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) ![Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389585/954ac13c-4b1b-4a3b-8ced-5220eadcbff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission $8 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details) ![Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48290375/e2c862f9-c282-4a98-96d2-d1930538c067.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals $25 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/solana-beach-surfboard-rentals.a48290375.activity-details) ![Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44896034/6d56dc32-4cea-4779-9154-29945e62656a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr $110 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-solana-beach-ride-the-waves-fletcher-cove-2hr.a44896034.activity-details) ![Electric Bike Guided North Coast Tour from Solana Beach to Moonlight Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44917621/85140a00-82f5-485e-a1ef-ce4e14dee1cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxury Guided Electric Bike Tour to Downtown Encinitas $90 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/luxury-guided-electric-bike-tour-to-downtown-encinitas.a44917621.activity-details) ![Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44925094/a39b4755-075d-4a08-81e0-eed0e4c82bfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards $246 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/chauffeured-adventure-to-local-san-diego-vineyards.a44925094.activity-details) [See all activities in Carlsbad](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6056550.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## South Beach Hotel Deals ![Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19400/19386/64834c31_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea 751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA $92 nightly $103 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,198 reviews) The staff are outstanding. Especially Shawn and Noah. They have no problem going out of their way to make your stay safe, fun and enjoyable.. Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F5%2F2026&endDate=3%2F6%2F2026&selected=19386&PinnedHotelID=19386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864787441148780544) ![Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4772300/4772239/f36d5f00_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa 1 Ponto Rd Carlsbad CA $182 nightly $204 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) Excellent room, friendly & helpful staff, great restaurant, short walk to the beach. Very family friendly. Loved spending time by the pool. Wish I could have stayed longer! Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=4772239&PinnedHotelID=4772239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864787441148780544) ![Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519800/519727/3b74932f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach 6450 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA $155 nightly $174 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews) We had a great time! Beautiful place. Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=519727&PinnedHotelID=519727&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864787441148780544) ![Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/981000/980981/bab26ff9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach 750 Raintree Drive Carlsbad CA $53 nightly $60 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7/10 Good! (1,914 reviews) The Air Conditioning wasn't working and the employee who checked me in didn't say anything about it. When I got to the stuffy room and realized it I went to the office to ask about it and the employee told me it wasn't working. I asked for a refund because I needed to find somewhere else to stay ... Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026&selected=980981&PinnedHotelID=980981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864787441148780544) ![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26200/26133/ff7b8e26_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area 760 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA $83 nightly $93 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,603 reviews) Good location, clean, friendly staff Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=26133&PinnedHotelID=26133&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864787441148780544) ![Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/60000/59916/ee70bfa4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA $153 nightly $166 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,634 reviews) Best hotel we've ever been at. Washers, dryer, kitchen, fully stocked dishes, pots and pans, nice hard bed. Bedroom separate from living room. Only issue..i take a bath and was unable to reach shampoo, conditioner and body wash. 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[](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-Hanover-Beach-Colony.dx553248635976469030) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Spinnaker Hill While Spinnaker Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach. [](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-Spinnaker-Hill.dx553248635976480131) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Poinsettia While Poinsettia isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and The Crossings at Carlsbad are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-Poinsettia.dx980376888067723264) ![aerial shot of a gorgeous summer landscape at Batiquitos Lagoon with blue waters, lush green trees and blue sky background with clouds in Carlsbad California USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480927/ad63b790-b3e6-46d5-b55c-003c485d55ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aviara 4.5/5(142 area reviews) Set in the hills of southern Carlsbad, this resort neighborhood boasts stunning ocean and lagoon views, with the luxurious Park Hyatt Resort and the renowned Aviara Golf Club as its main attractions. Just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego, it's a golfer's paradise. [](https://expedia.com/Carlsbad-Aviara.dx553248635976480927) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Carlsbad Ranch While visiting Carlsbad Ranch, you might make a stop by sights like LEGOLAND® California and GIA Museum. 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