Carlsbad, CA

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Carlsbad
Agua Hedionda Lagoon at Carlsbad, San Diego, California
Oceanside Pier is glowing from the rosy sunset light in Oceanside, California.
Sunset at South Carlsbad State Beach
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Where to stay in Carlsbad

Carlsbad Village

Carlsbad Village

4.5/5(231 area reviews)

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

Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad State Beach during summer in Carlsbad, California, USA

North Beach

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

North Beach
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City Center

If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.

City Center
South Ponto, Carlsbad, California

South Beach

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

South Beach
Rows of pink red  ranunculus flowers in southern California United States

Olde Carlsbad

3.5/5(108 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Olde Carlsbad, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails are top sights worth seeing.

Olde Carlsbad
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

Aviara

4.5/5(143 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.

Aviara
LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel

2 out of 5
Legoland Drive Carlsbad CA
$357 nightly
The price is $400 total per night from May 27 to May 28
$400 total
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Flower ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (315 reviews)
"10/10! First timer at the hotel and everything was exceptional! We will be back!"

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

LEGOLAND California Hotel
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

4 out of 5
2100 Costa Del Mar Road Carlsbad CA
$271 nightly
The price is $304 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$304 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Great place."

Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd Carlsbad CA
$209 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$235 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Great restaurant, nice size gym, spa is awesome. Also, the hotel has great views and walking trail nearby. Overall, great hotel! Only downfall, walls aren’t sound proof, but thankfully no loud neighbors past 10pm."

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
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
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,752 reviews)
"Clean facilities. Wonderful staff."

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

3 out of 5
2895 Ocean St Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
9/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
"Perfect location, fronting the beach, near restaurants, cleanliness."

Reviewed on May 23, 2026

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Seashore on the Sand

Seashore on the Sand

4 out of 5
2805 Ocean St Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Amazing staff and accommodating. Move our room mid stay with no hesitation due to traffics next to our original room."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Seashore on the Sand
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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