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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3.0 star property

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View | View from room
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

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

Room options

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Ground Floor | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Ground Floor

7.0 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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
(9 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3-star Carlsbad hotel steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offers 146 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink.

Business-related amenities at this 3-star property consist of a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. This business-friendly hotel also offers multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area.

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck 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

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 crib
  • 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
  • Air conditioning
  • 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 available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 13.56 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1483 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1483 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 249 out of 1483 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 162 out of 1483 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 133 out of 1483 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Los angeles

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was very clean and updated. The outside of the hotel is a bit quaint but we are there to sleep and go to Legoland.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to outlets and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sheri

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Kareem was the best!!! He was excellent at customer service. Patricia had one answer; come down to the front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Marla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Decent Stay for a good price at a great location
Not everyone can afford expensive luxurious hotels. For the price this one is decent -good for families! Pros: Location, very good customer service (check in lady was very nice to our kids), free parking, free shuttle to Legoland, room was was pretty clean, heated pool, it’s walking distance from a mall and food choices are abundant. But there are some Cons: the aesthetic isn’t the nicest b/c there’s a lot of construction with plastic wrapping a section of the hotel, jacuzzi was closed/empty (pool was open though), towels look very worn, pool furniture is torn, not enough places to charge your phone/near the beds and maybe not the most comfortable bed either. Overall sure it’s needs a little TLC but it’s convienent and good for families. If on a budget, we’d say here again I think.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hideki

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Overall, this property is good. Specially, this place is great for shopping at the outlet. Only problem was that our shower was clogged and so flooded when we took shower. Otherwise, I like this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Festo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carlsbad by the Sea is such a hidden gem; only thing we missed — that we were looking forward to — was the hot tub that was closed for maintenance. Everything else was stellar. Would definitely come back :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like the fact that there was near by shops and restaurants, also had a heated pool for the kiddos to enjoy either in the morning or afternoon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

clifford

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just your average hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Why no bars of soap or hand soap?!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't have wash cloths or soap. Coffee machine didn't work. Maintenance man replaced it but left our door propped open so when we returned that evening we were surprised and upset that anyone could have come in our room. We reported it next morning to front desk. We have been happy in the past, staying here, but not sure if we will want to stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very friendly. My booked and reserved room was unavailable, and a very subpar room substituted for the first night. Staff found a new room for the remaining nights, but there was much inconvenience associated to it. Rooms were fair in condition and style and acceptably clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was under construction so not available for use and not advised of this prior to or upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Rodolfo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Predrag

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Nagaraju

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elias

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Initially I had got a reservation at motel 6, since they had deals on rooms. Let’s just say, I’m glad I cancelled my reservation and swapped over to Carlsbad by the sea hotel! The beds were comfortable, everything was clean and for the most part it was very quiet. To say the least, we had a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024