South Beach, CA

Carlsbad
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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

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

4.5/5(801 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your visit to Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

South Beach Hotel Deals

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 AED 337 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
AED 337
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
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! (1,480 reviews)
Comfy and convenient
"Comfortable bed, daily room service, and decent breakfast buffet. Highway traffic can be noisy, but also can be a good white noise."

Reviewed on 9 January 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
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 AED 314 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 314
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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)
"Great service and property."

Reviewed on 14 January 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
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 AED 518 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
AED 518
AED 728 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful landscape and wonderful staff"

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2 out of 5
750 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AED 231 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
AED 231
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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)
Good location, clean room, old/uncomfortable bed
"Overall the room was clean and the location was great. The only complain is the bed was really uncomfortable and sinking."

Reviewed on 16 January 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 AED 340 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
AED 340
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Despite being in a room facing the freeway this stay was amazing, and we could barely hear the noise outside. Great beds, tvs, WiFi, shower, in room coffee, free breakfast, and great staff."

Reviewed on 19 January 2025

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AED 518 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 518
AED 585 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (1,000 reviews)
"I was disappointed that I booked a king, premium Ocean view and was placed on the first floor, and could hardly see the ocean. I couldn’t open my window because the screen was broken. The staff was not very customer friendly. They acted like I was bothering them."

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
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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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