Location: Carlsbad
Top Hotels in Carlsbad
- 1. Ocean Palms Beach Resort
- 2. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa
- 3. Grand Pacific Palisades Resort
- 4. Beach Terrace
- 5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
- 6. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge
- 7. Hilton Grand Vacations Club MarBrisa Carlsbad
- 8. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
- 9. West Inn & Suites Carlsbad
- 10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
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10 Top-Rated Hotels in Carlsbad, California
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1. Ocean Palms Beach Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1368 reviews
For generations, families visiting San Diego's North County for fun and relaxation on America's greatest beaches have enjoyed staying at the Ocean Palms. Our casual Carlsbad resort is ideally located along the coast in Carlsbad Village, home to one of Southern California's best collections of shops and restaurants. The Ocean Palms offers a wide choice of Carlsbad accommodations. From comfortable budget rooms to luxury suites, 1, 2 and 3 Bedrooms, some with ocean views, every room offers a fully equipped kitchen. We have the unique ability to provide you with the exact sleeping arrangements you need. Whether it's adjoining rooms or a suite, we can get you the space you need at a rate you'll love. Enjoy a continental breakfast, with fresh fruit, fresh-baked cookies, Danishes, and fresh-brewed coffee. Enjoy the laid back atmosphere and the lush landscaping. We're pet friendly, there's free WiFi, a heated pool and Jacuzzi. We love families who can't get enough of the beach, so we provide free beach chairs, beach towels, boogie boards, and even free surfboards. The beach is right across the street, and the charming Village of Carlsbad is just a block away. Visiting Legoland? We're only a 10 minute drive. We're also just three blocks from the Coaster railroad station, so you can ride the train and take in all the attractions in San Diego, from a Padres Game at Petco Park to a tour of the historic aircraft carrier U.S.S. Midway. Here in North County San Diego, explore wineries and microbreweries. Welcome to your beachside home away from home. Come to the Ocean Palms, where cool Pacific breezes sweep across the enchanting Village of Carlsbad. There is no better place for families to capture the magic of Southern California.
Absolutely love this resort
Reviewed By brentmN1043MXOur 4th stay at Ocean Palms Beach Resort. My family and I love everything about this place. The location, cleanliness, gorgeous landscaping, amenities, and the friendliest staff!!! We look forward to our next stay in the heart of Carlsbad Village!
2. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2022 reviews
Daily Resort Charge will be added to the room rate and includes: Internet access: Shuttle to and from South Ponto Beach: beach chairs, towels, umbrellas: 15% off spa treatments: bike rentals: 10% off retail at Surf Ride Adventure Lounge: 10% off Coastal eBike rentals: local calls. Situated next to the Pacific Ocean, Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa boasts an outdoor pool and an elevated spa area, on-site bar and restaurant. Our spacious rooms have great amenities including free Wi-Fi, 50-inch HDTV with extended channels, iPod docking station, microwave and a refrigerator at Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort and Spa. A comfortable desk and seating area also featured in all rooms at the hotel. Select rooms offer balconies or patios with ocean views. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Chandler's Restaurant & Lounge is located on-site. The restaurant offers a menu inspired by locally grown fresh produce and features signature cocktails.
Exceeded our expectations!
Reviewed By 422captainaThe hotel is conveniently located to Legoland, which was the purpose of our trip. The ocean view, butler beach service, Chandler restaurant, comfy bed,and friendly/helpful staff were icing on the cake. Thanks so much for making our visit extraordinary.
3. Grand Pacific Palisades Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2317 reviews
Grand Pacific Palisades Resort, overlooks the beautiful Carlsbad Flower Fields and boasts 180 degrees of gorgeous Pacific Ocean views. The Palisades spacious multi-bedroom condo accommodations with fully equipped kitchens. Not to mention the resort amenity packed options from the daily resort sponsored activities, to the Olympic size Adult Pool, to the “fan favorite” Family Pool with Interactive Water Features. Adjacent to the resort, you will find a private pedestrian entrance to LEGOLAND® California Resort, a championship golf course – The Crossings at Carlsbad Ranch for the avid golfer, and the Carlsbad Outlet Mall for all shopping enthusiasts. With so many things to consider when planning your family’s vacation, at the Grand Pacific Palisades Resort, you can be in the epicenter of Carlsbad’s most sought after tourist attractions with accommodations that will fit your specific needs and amenities to ensure that everyone has fun! **We are very excited! Property is in last stages of renovation ending in Spring 2020 - with minimal guest disturbance.
This place is great
Reviewed By Critter3We stayed here for 4 nights on a recent road trip to the Anaheim/Carlsbad/San Diego area. We had the 2 room suite with the King bed and couch pullout. I remember trying to find a place to stay in the area and was initially looking at a BW because that is my typical place of stay. I booked early (cancellable) and I am not sure if I got great rated but overall I think the rates were similar, in not better, than the BW I was looking at...and I am so glad I found this one. There is a $28 resort fee, but it is worth it, especially since that includes parking and if you are visiting Legoland they have a $25 parking fee. Also it is underground so they aren't just charging to park your car in front of the hotel. So it is a wash PLUS you get all the extras this place provides, like the multiple pools and hot tubs, arcade area, table tennis, basketball, foosball, a toddler jungle gym area, AND an activity center where you can sign up for fun things like painting, etc. The grounds are great and the rooms were clean and comfortable. No issues there. We came from Anaheim and called at about 8am to see if we could potentially check in early or at least leave our bags at the front desk. They said that it will depend when we get there whether there would be room for the baggage, but likely would, and would let us know when we got there if we could check-in early. When we arrived they let us know that we could check in immediately, so that was nice. In all the places we stayed (8 hotels before this) this was the only place that had a little towel animal on the bed waiting for us. Yes it is simple, but it's little stuff like that which starts your stay off right. They also provide a microwavable popcorn and hot chocolate! Little things that go a long way. The room we had was a full kitchen which was great for a lengthy stay. It was fully furnished including dish soap, dishwasher tabs, etc. During our stay we were notified at checkin that they would be swapping out the curtains. They did this while we were gone. Also during one day (~8pm) we had a maintenance person ask to change out the air filter. He was very nice and it didn't bother us at all, but maybe for some this knock on the door wouldn't be welcome. We did have an issue that later turned out not to be an issue and was our fault, ha ha. After the first night our door was ajar and was only held by the chain. We were sure we locked the deadbolt but felt uneasy that someone may have tried to enter the room. I walked and talked to the front desk and they showed immediate concern. They had someone scan the door lock to see if someone had a non-hotel approved card, but it only showed that our card was used. They kept in contact with me through text while we were at Legoland. They said they wanted to ensure we felt safe and they were great. However...our young daughter later explained that she had woken up from a nightmare and on her way to our bed, had gotten confused and opened the front door! So it was just her all along, ha ha. But in that situation I felt the hotel did a great job of ensuring we were, and felt, safe. We were able to only take advantage of the kids pool area on one night. The pool is heated and is big, so that was really nice. However, note that the splash park area is not, so it was cold. It would be nice on a hot day, but we stayed out of it during the evening. The hotel had toys to use and there was plenty of spots for lounging and lots of towels. Also, about 1/3rd of the pool was at like the 3' deep mark which I loved, because it allowed my young daughter to move around freely (she cannot swim yet). So that was nice because usually at hotel pools the pools is always too deep for the young ones. This allowed my daughter to play in the pool while I watched from the hot tub and I didn't need to be right by her side at every moment. Overall this place is great and I will definitely stay here again, and have no problem recommending it to others going on a Legoland trip.
4. Beach Terrace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1984 reviews
NEWLY RENOVATED MAY 2022 | UPDATED PHOTOS COMING SOON! A true beachfront hotel. Our family-owned, independent boutique has been a part of Carlsbad Village since the 1960s. Yet still to this day we remain the only beachfront hotel in Carlsbad. Our rooms average 600 square feet and feature balconies with panoramic ocean views while our privileged location offers direct access to the our own private beach. Our beach valets will even setup umbrellas, beach chairs, towels, and beach toys to make your experience extra special. Walk to 70+ restaurants and entertainment venues within the charming Carlsbad Village, or lose yourself in flip flops, sand and the sight of dolphins playing in the ocean. Legoland and fabulous shopping are five minutes away while the famous sights of San Diego are a quick 30 minute drive south.
Beach Terrace Inn
Reviewed By sjmclaughlin2016Reservation was over charged upon arrival You have to be 18 years old to ride the free beach cruisers on site (we were told someone in the party had to be 18 prior to our stay) Beautiful views, hotel is clean and very nice A LOT of steep stairs and no elevator Spacious rooms Perfect beach front/"private" beach that is not actually private. Public access to the same beach is a few feet away. Hotel will not allow you to use amenities until your room is ready so do not show up early to use the pool or private beach Hotel staff were friendly but unorganized If you're looking for a hotel specifically for ocean views this is the place to be
5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1699 reviews
The Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach hotel in California is directly across from the beach and about 25 miles north of San Diego. Located just minutes from LEGOLAND California, Carlsbad Flower Fields and Carlsbad Premium Outlets and within a short drive from SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo, Wild Animal Park and Disneyland Resort, the Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach hotel is in an ideal location in Carlsbad, California. This Carlsbad, CA hotel features 161 guest rooms, featuring Serta Perfect Sleeper beds, complimentary WiFi, a 32-inch HDTV with complimentary HBO, and refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker.
Love this place
Reviewed By billiejoh258Excellent hotel! Everything was great and hotel staff were amazing!! Will definitely go back and stay again!! Room was cozy and clean. Bed was comfy. Stayed for 7 days 6 nights a little pricy but what isn’t these days!!
6. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 917 reviews
At the Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge you're sure to find that little something extra. With our modern amenities and thoughtful design, the Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge will stand out among other hotels in Carlsbad,CA. For the business traveler, a spacious work desk and free internet access are included in all our guest rooms to ensure you don't miss a beat while you're away from the office. For extended stays, each room provides a convenient in-room mini fridge that is ideal for drinks and snacks. We also have an in-house fitness room, so you can keep up your workout routine while you're on the road. As always, the Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge will provide you with the superior customer service that you are used to at Best Western® Hotels & Resorts.
Across the street from the beach
Reviewed By transamman5660Very clean , great priced ,well organized hotel that is extremely convenient. Walk across the street and you are at the beach . Walkability to many restaurants , ice cream shops , convenience stores and shops . Once we parked at the hotel we did not get back in our car until is was time to go back home . A continental breakfast with many choices served from 6:30 to 9:30 am .I definitely recommend staying here for comfort ,cleanliness and convenience .
7. Hilton Grand Vacations Club MarBrisa Carlsbad
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1197 reviews
Hilton Grand Vacations at MarBrisa recently received the AAA Inspector's Best of Housekeeping Award which recognizes AAA Inspected & Approved hotels that receive the highest possible cleanliness and condition scores that puts us in the top 25% of all 27,000 AAA Inspected & Approved hotels. Located in the quaint coastal village of Carlsbad, the Hilton Grand Vacations at MarBrisa resort features classic Spanish Mediterranean architecture and distant views of the Pacific Ocean. Our stylishly appointed studios and 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom suites are a refuge of comfort where you can put your feet up after a relaxing day at the beach. Guests can also dip into three lagoon-style pools, play games, enjoy California-casual fare, or simply relax under the palms. Hilton Grand Vacations at MarBrisa is an incomparable location close to all the best that Southern California has to offer.
Great centralized location
Reviewed By Henry HStaff was very helpful and their professionalism was superb. Location is centralized to local events and activities, especially for a family with kids. Next door to Legoland, close to Sea World and San Diego Zoo and San Diego.
8. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1529 reviews
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort offers an unbelievable location for visitors visiting San Diego. These vacation condos sit along some of the most beautiful beaches in Southern California, and are within easy driving distance of LEGOLAND California, SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo and the Wild Animal Park. After a day of sightseeing or enjoying the sand and surf, relax in your own one or two bedroom designer-decorated condo. With an average of 800 square feet of space, beautiful balcony views, and a romantic fireplace, you can rest and unwind while listening to the sound of the ocean nearby. Guests can enjoy on-site amenities including swimming pools, a spa, fitness room, activity center, basketball, volleyball and tennis courts.
Excellent!
Reviewed By HolofcbSpacious, clean, and well-appointed rooms, complete in appliances (everything in the kitchen is brand new). Excellent, heated pools and common spaces in the hotel. Great location, walking distance to the beach (just across the road). And Karley at the front desk deserves congratulations for the outstanding customer service and friendliness with which she received us.
9. West Inn & Suites Carlsbad
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1322 reviews
Next to the pristine beaches of Carlsbad and minutes from attractions such as LEGOLAND, the Museum of Making Music, lagoons and outlet shopping, our boutique-style hotel offers 86 rooms including 36 suites. All rooms include one or two king sized beds, business class high-speed Wi-Fi, 40" flat screen televisions, refrigerator stocked with two welcome waters upon arrival, microwave, hairdryer, iron/ironing board and full hot buffet breakfast. For relaxation, enjoy a soak in our whirlpool or swim a few laps in our heated swimming pool. Enjoy our nightly cookies and milk reception at bedtime. Let our local shuttle service (within five miles of the hotel) take your mind off gathering directions while our concierge team plan your next move.
Will not come back
Reviewed By deedeeg123This used to be our go-to hotel in the Carlsbad area. This was our first visit since the pandemic began and unfortunately, the hotel has gone far downhill, so much so that I can't see staying here again in the future. Overall the staff was friendly and accommodating, but some of them not so much. There was a mix up with our room and the staff rectified it pretty easily (thank you), but I might have been caught sooner had their email system been working. I made two reservations and never received confirmation of either, I called them several times to let them know the emails were not coming through but nothing was done about it (yes I am sure it did not go to spam), and other confirmations I made for a return trip to the area for a different hotel came through just fine. The carpets, both in the lobby and in the rooms is filthy. Looks like it has never been cleaned. There were fingerprints on everything in the room. The towels felt like sand paper, they had that hang dried feeling, not as if they were put in the dryer, they were not fluffy at all. The sheets on the pull out sofa bed actually had holes in them. Also, upon check in the attendant indicated that our room would be cleaned a couple of days after we arrived. I assumed we could request more frequent service but when we did so, we were told that the room would ONLY be cleaned one day. After a bit of back and forth the staff relented. They said this rule was due to covid, but none of the hotel staff were wearing masks. If this is going to be your policy please let me know when the reservation is being made, not during check in. I would have booked a reservation elsewhere had I known this. This is not acceptable for a 4 night stay and I have stayed at other hotels in the area that are fully servicing rooms in the last year. Also, the front and back parking lot was nearly empty our entire stay and I saw very few guests in the hotel. The staff seems overworked, I saw the same 3-4 faces during our entire stay. Calls to the front desk were not answered. Most of the time, we received a call back shortly after except for one morning when no one answered the phone, so we walked to the front desk to find the person on duty asleep. The safe in the room was broken and the front desk attendant did not know how to re-set it. There were some pros - the king sized beds are still the most comfortable hotel beds I have slept in, they still serve breakfast, the hotel is in a nice location and there is a gas station on site. These are nice perks but not enough for us to return to this hotel. So sad to see this place suffer due to poor maintenance and low staff numbers, but we will find other accommodations when we come back to Carlsbad. We visit at twice once per year for around ten years at this point.
10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 853 reviews
The Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County hotel is a brand new, stylish hotel in North San Diego County. Located in the picturesque beach town of Carlsbad, California, the hotel is central to McClellan-Palomar Airport(CLD), the new ''Crossings at Carlsbad'' golf course, area beaches, LEGOLAND, the Premium Outlet Mall and the Carlsbad Ranch business parks. With our location near shops, restaurants, recreation venues and golfing, you're sure to find something exciting to do whether vacationing or taking care of business. Each day at The Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County California you'll be treated to our complimentary 'On the House' hot breakfast, and you can enjoy our outdoor pool, spa, guest laundry, convenience store and complimentary parking. Meeting facilities with audio-visual and catering options are also available.
Decent place to stay.
Reviewed By P5656MLjamespI stayed at this property in 2015 and again 5/22. There really isn’t much negative about this place. It’s clean, being off the beaten track a bit makes external noise non-existent, the staff is friendly and there is plenty of parking. I did find that my bed frame was weak. It allowed the mattress to move significantly and was noisy. The other bed in the room was okay. The bedding was fine but towels were thin. There was no lobby coffee at 5:30 am. Having a fridge and microwave is handy. The TV was modern and had a good picture. I had no noise issues from adjacent rooms, which says a lot as the place was full. Best of all it’s 10 minutes from the beach and 8 minutes from any other food or gas you would want.
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