Carlsbad, CA

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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
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North Beach

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

North Beach
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South Beach

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

South Beach
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
Creeping crevice.  December 2013 

#localgem

#beach 
At Torrey Pines

Olde Carlsbad

3.5/5(106 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Olde Carlsbad, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Holiday Park are top sights worth seeing.

Olde Carlsbad
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Barrio

Barrio might not have many top sights, but Carlsbad State Beach and Carlsbad Lagoon 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 AED 300 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
AED 300
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,460 reviews)
"Acces to my room not so good from parking loy"

Reviewed on 15 November 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2 out of 5
750 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AED 220 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
AED 220
AED 243 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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 (1,542 reviews)
"This is our favorite Motel 6 of them all, really really cool place to stay"

Reviewed on 20 November 2024

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AED 344 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
AED 344
AED 434 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Book a stay at this 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,389 reviews)
"Great property with a shuttle to legoland and a ton of food options."

Reviewed on 14 November 2024

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 a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,237 reviews)
"Always great to stay, home away from home"

Reviewed on 20 November 2024

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
3.5 out of 5
6400 Surfside Lane, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (617 reviews)
"This is a great family friendly property so close to the beautiful beach would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 27 August 2024

Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
3283 Lincoln. Private 2 blocks to beach and town.  Families/dogs. Safe parking..
3283 Lincoln. Private 2 blocks to beach and town. Families/dogs. Safe parking..
Carlsbad
Stay at this cottage in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® ...
10/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Great vrbo
"Surfer vibe vrbo that is close to the beach and restaurants. Board and Brew has delicious sandwiches and is a 5 minute walk. The patio is really nice. We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again."

Reviewed on 10 November 2024

3283 Lincoln. Private 2 blocks to beach and town. Families/dogs. Safe parking..
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
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" "2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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" "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