Carlsbad, CA

Travel Guide

Legoland California which includes rides
Legoland California which includes a garden and rides
Legoland California which includes rides as well as a small group of people
Legoland California which includes rides
Legoland California showing rides and a garden

Where to stay in Carlsbad

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Carlsbad Village

4.5/5(230 area reviews)

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

Carlsbad Village
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
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
Rocky shores.

South Beach

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

South Beach
Creeping crevice.  December 2013 

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#beach 
At Torrey Pines

Olde Carlsbad

3.5/5(106 area reviews)

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

Olde Carlsbad
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Barrio

Barrio might not have many top sights, but Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barrio
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 360 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
SAR 360
SAR 408 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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! (1,484 reviews)
Close to Legoland
"Family trip to Legoland. This hotel was only 10 minutes from Legoland. The breakfast was amazing! Quiet hotel. The pool water was a little cold that I wouldn’t go in but the kids didn’t care even though their teeth were chattering. Beds were comfortable. Microwave & refrigerator in the room which ..."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 757 per night from May 14 to May 15
SAR 757
SAR 974 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,359 reviews)
"This is an excellent inn. It’s right across the beach and some nice restaurants at walkable distance. A very good place to relax and have fun. The pool was nice and warm. Service was good. We would definitely return again."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is SAR 439 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
SAR 439
SAR 548 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy a fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the pool ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,489 reviews)
Quick Stay
"Only stayed one night. Comfortable beds, great shower and beautiful grounds."

Reviewed on 12 April 2025

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
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
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,359 reviews)
"This is an excellent inn. It’s right across the beach and some nice restaurants at walkable distance. A very good place to relax and have fun. The pool was nice and warm. Service was good. We would definitely return again."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
3 out of 5
2895 Ocean St, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"Outstanding location near downtown Carlsbad."

Reviewed on 18 March 2024

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
Popular Carlsbad Beach House, Walk to Restaurants
Popular Carlsbad Beach House, Walk to Restaurants
Carlsbad
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
Great spring break spot
"We had a great time staying in Carlsbad for spring break; the condo is a lot bigger than it seems from photos. Our family of four had plenty of room to spread out. We were able to walk into town for dinner each night and the drive into San Diego proper is very quick. It was a little chilly to get ..."

Reviewed on 24 March 2025

Popular Carlsbad Beach House, Walk to Restaurants
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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Reviews of Carlsbad

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
1080
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
661
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
106
3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
14
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
11
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

No just hope to get great service as always

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

dident get to see anything..because off the goverment shut down..but i was born and raised in oceanside..so ive have to say isent a more beuigtfull place on earth like san diego county

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Carlsbad is a lovely area. This hotel sucked.

5/5 - Excellent

Brenda

Loved it before and thanks to Ocean Palms I love it even more.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful location... friendly folks

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Clean and nice looking area