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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 star property

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Lobby
Outdoor pool
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
$113
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10

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751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Living Room;Pet Friendly)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Living Room;Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Pet Friendly;Freeway Side)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Pet Friendly;Freeway Side)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Microwave And Refrigerator-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Sofa, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Freeway Side, Microwave And Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Living Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Full Kitchen, Freeway Side

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Full Kitchen, Freeway Side

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Hotel in South Beach
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a hot tub. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and dry cleaning are onsite.
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers 121 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary newspapers. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Carlsbad hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
In addition to an outdoor pool, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea provides a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This hotel offers access to a business center and meeting rooms. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast. This business-friendly hotel also offers a vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea has designated areas for smoking.

Guests are offered a complimentary full breakfast.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (48 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (48 inches wide)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Property is also known as

Carlsbad Ramada
Ramada Carlsbad
Ramada Hotel Carlsbad
Ramada Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Carlsbad
Ramada Carlsbad Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad
Ramada by Wyndham Carlsbad
Carlsbad By The Sea Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Carlsbad
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel Carlsbad

Reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Olha

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible experience. Raw smell in the room, toilet didn’t flushed very well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been there three times I love this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rubi

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eddy, Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. However, they don't clean your room everyday. You have to request a cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to south beach. Outlet malls with dining options close. Easy access to I-5. Very helpful staff. Family friendly. 4th year in a row staying here. Love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Miranda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dingy and smelly. Poor lighting. Noisy, right off interstate. Unprofessional, immature front staff. Cleaning staff nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Clarita

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not what i expected in cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Intentionally selected this hotel based on the proximity to the beach. However, directly across from the hotel is a gated community, and we had to drive around, making it less convenient. Breakfast was fine but minimal. Typically cleaned out by about 8:40. Exterior of the hotel was a little outdated and there was overflowing trash everywhere. The employees were very kind and responsive, it was just more than they could keep up with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TASHA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My Girl Scouts had a great time. The pool was nice and the rooms were comfortable. Thank you for being apart of our year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheryl

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Quinn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Alright for a place to crash overnight. Not stellar but we also weren’t paying for stellar
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brienne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay for a quick overnight trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

venkateswarlu

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I already did this. The room was horrible. They said that through Expedia I asked for a room that allows animals, and this dungeon of a room was the only room they could give us. I certainly did not have an animal and even an animal would be very uncomfortable in that room!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lobby smelled like a smokers house. The guy upfront wasn’t friendly and very awkward and short worded. The ice machines didn’t work. The screens on each said ice machine is off. Our room smelled old and musty. The carpet was black and stinky.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

viridiana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a little too exp
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolina

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

cassandra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacey

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures shown are not what the property is actually, seriously catfished on this one. Sent two staff to this hotel and their description was a mix between a motel 6 and a Econolodge. Good location but run down and definitely a bottom end property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025