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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Business services
  • Bar
$137
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21

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

Room options

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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

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

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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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King 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
(36 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

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

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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

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

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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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

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
(19 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Courtyard King Room with Terrace

  • Sleeps 3

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

Courtyard Two Queen Room with Terrace

  • Sleeps 4

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Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Courtyard King Room With Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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

King Studio with Sofa Sleeper

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Courtyard Two Queen Room with Private Balcony

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

Courtyard Two Queen Room with Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King Studio With Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Pool View Two Queen Room with Private Balcony

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

Pool View Two Queen Room with Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Pool View King Room

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

Pool View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Accessible King Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3-star hotel in City Center
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offers 146 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.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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 hot tub. 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.

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

  • Hot tub
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 13.46 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 761 out of 1783 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 409 out of 1783 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 291 out of 1783 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 175 out of 1783 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 147 out of 1783 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pranavkumar

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

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

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lodivernne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to rest after a long day activity around the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for our honeymoon and specifically booked a king size bed. Got to the hotel and they only gave us a room with 2 queen beds calling it a “upgrade”. It wasn’t an upgrade. Also they don’t disclose online that parking cost $10 a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
The place was clean. In a good and convenient area. We didn’t use or even see the pool area as we there on other business.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

david

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A member of the maintenance crew confused my room for someone else's and open the door without mye telling him to come in. I was getting out of the shower and felt like this was such a bad pra tice to just walk in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanne

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alheli

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dalenna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The jaccuzzi was hot but the jets did not work. The second night there were no towels available outside. I misunderstood and thought the hotel Was on the ocean/beach as the photos showed lawn chairs next to the ocean. That was the main reason we booked so we could be next to ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria, Windsor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It wasn’t clean at all. Floor was dirty. Not sure I had clean sheets. There were bugs and I got bit by a spider. Cleanliness goes a long way!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

jordan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Odd hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

zoya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good clean rooms .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

AURORA

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very close to Legoland and extremely close to good restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nicely located n the Carlsbad area. Food and shopping within walking distance. 2nd time staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Byron

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

4/10 Poor

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not at all as described in their advertising. They make it sound like a resort and close to the beach. Neither are true. Beach is a 10 minute drive. The resort is just a pool and hot tub. They are in the middle of renovations as well. Our room faced a banquet hall that had dumpsters being emptied daily at 7:00am. The noise was deafening. Floor was dirty. Walking around barefoot our feet were black. Heating and cooling was awful and noisy. Hot water stayed hot with no cool or cold water. Property is old and dingy. Surrounded by a mall and gas stations. Had to drive to Oceanside, CA to get a good meal, except Ruby’s Diner across the street. Ruby’s was superb. Hotel, not at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights and the first night was fine, but the second night the ac broke. They gave me a fan but I wasn’t very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025