South Beach, CA

Carlsbad

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Photo by Rhonda Zoloth
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Popular places to visit

Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs

South Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

South Carlsbad State Beach
Legoland California featuring rides

LEGOLAND® California

4.5/5(1,286 reviews)

Enjoy the rides and games at LEGOLAND® California and see why people love this amusement park in Carlsbad. Stroll along the seaside or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

LEGOLAND® California
Cloudy day at Carlsbad beach

Carlsbad State Beach

4.5/5(504 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Carlsbad State Beach
Those of us, land-bound, don't cease to be amazed with the passion, skill and work required for every ride on a wave...carry on inspiring us, merpeople!

Tamarack Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

North Ponto Beach

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

4.5/5(118 reviews)

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.

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

South Beach Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is SAR 394 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 394
SAR 442 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"A house keeping personal assisted me with clean towels we needed. Very polite and hospitable. Everything clean food breakfast was good!"

Reviewed on 27 January 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
2.5 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is SAR 323 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 323
SAR 366 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,483 reviews)
"Quality stay. Room, breakfast, gym were good. Recommend."

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
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
The price is SAR 624 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
SAR 624
SAR 850 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice beachfront property. Wonderful bar and dining, although prices exude the Hilton name. Convenient to the beach and beautiful sunsets from our room."

Reviewed on 6 February 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is SAR 564 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
SAR 564
SAR 637 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 7 February 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2 out of 5
750 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is SAR 248 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
SAR 248
SAR 277 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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. ...
6.8/10 (1,591 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is SAR 347 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
SAR 347
SAR 390 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (1,001 reviews)
"My daughter goes to school in the area and we meet up every now and again. This was my first stay there and I would definitely stay again. We loved the kitchenette option so we didn't have to go out to eat unless we wanted to."

Reviewed on 31 January 2025

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
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Other neighborhoods around South Beach

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Hanover Beach Colony

While Hanover Beach Colony isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hanover Beach Colony
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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 Poinsettia Park.

Spinnaker Hill
Batiquitos Lagoon Trail is an easy 3 mile roundtrip trail along the lagoon that’s popular among the locals in Carlsbad. There are plenty of benches to sit and admire the wetland. #LikeALocal

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.

Aviara
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Terramar

Though Terramar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets.

Terramar
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Hedionda Point

Though Hedionda Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon.

Hedionda Point
Pano Shot Carlsbad, CA

North Beach

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

North Beach

South Beach, CA

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