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Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego - Carlsbad - Living room
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area - Carlsbad - Building
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Lakehouse Hotel and Resort
8.2 Very Good
£178+
£178+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
West Inn & Suites
8.7 Very Good
£205+
£205+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Beach Terrace
8.9 Very Good
£382+
£382+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£81+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£183+
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£163+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
8.6 Very Good
£213+
£213+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning

How much is a Carlsbad hotel?

Here are our most popular & best value hotels

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3 stars

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Low season

January

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

£186

Average price (weekend night)

£314
Cheapest month to stay with an average 61% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 293% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hotel in Carlsbad

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Top tips for finding Carlsbad hotel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Carlsbad, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper hotels in Carlsbad in January and October.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Carlsbad if you stay on a Friday. The opposite is true for, Saturday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Carlsbad hotel.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Carlsbad found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £150, while the most expensive was £150.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their hotel in Carlsbad for 4 days.
  • If you are looking for a little more flexibility around your travel dates, then you may be interested in staying in a hotel in Carlsbad that offers a free cancellation policy. Both Carlsbad Seapointe Resort and Grand Pacific Palisades Resort offer free cancellation for guests, so long as you cancel within their designated cancellation period.
  • If you would like to play a round of golf during your stay in Carlsbad, then we recommend staying at a hotel such as Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort – not only do they have a private beach where you can relax after your game, but you are also only 7 miles away from Aviari Golf Club. It only takes about 11 minutes to get there in a car, making it one of the most ideal hotels to stay in if you wish to play golf.
  • The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa offers a fabulous spa where guests can relax and take a break from the outside world. You can find plenty of things on offer in their spa and wellness centre, including massage therapy, a hot tub, a heated pool and an outdoor pool.
  • If you’re hoping to spend most of your Carlsbad vacation near the ocean, choose a hotel next to South Carlsbad State Beach, which is known for being a great spot for picnics, swimming, fishing, and surfing. The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is only a 10-minute walk away, with an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
  • If you enjoy flowers and gardening, book a hotel near The Flower Fields, which is a large garden where visitors can see many vibrant plants and purchase flowers to take home. The Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel is one option close by, offering a swimming pool, fitness center and restaurant onsite.
  • Because it’s easy to explore Carlsbad by car, try to book a hotel that offers free parking. Your options include Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County and the Extended Stay America-San Diego-Carlsbad Village by the Sea, with a swimming pool for guests.
  • Hoping to do some scenic hiking while in Carlsbad? Book a hotel near the Batiquitos Lagoon, such as the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort within 10 minutes’ drive from the lagoon. The Batiquitos Lagoon is a protected wetland that has a visitor’s center and a variety of walking and hiking trails.
  • For travelers who would like to see the historical side of Carlsbad, consider booking a hotel near the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, a historical house on a scenic property. The Holiday Inn at the Carlsbad and San Diego location is only a five-minute drive to the park, and just two miles from the local airport.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Carlsbad

  • What hotels with a business centre are recommended in Carlsbad?

    Holiday Inn Carlsbad – San Diego is one of the recommended hotels where you can finish some business during your stay in Carlsbad. You can take advantage of the conference rooms or the smaller meeting rooms to finish work, and there are also banquet facilities should you need to host an event. You can also order room service if you need to save time by not leaving your room.

  • Which hotels are adapted to accommodate guests with disabilities or reduced mobility?

    LEGOLAND California Resort And Castle Hotel is one of the best hotels in Carlsbad when it comes to accommodating guests with reduced mobility or disabilities. The hotel has an entire ground floor unit, and the rest of the floors are accessible by lift. You can also book rooms with disabled access and adapted baths.

  • What hotels in Carlsbad are near Carlsbad Ranch?

    The Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel is only a three-minute walk from Carlsbad Ranch and is less than two miles from the Legoland amusement park. The Motel 6 is a budget choice that is a five-minute walk from Carlsbad Ranch, located just off the San Diego Freeway.

  • Which hotels in Carlsbad are near the Alga Norte Community Park?

    The Staybridge Suites at the Carlsbad and San Diego location is only a four-minute drive to the Alga Norte Community Park and is six miles from Carlsbad Beach. The Hampton Inn at the North San Diego location is a five-minute drive to the park and only a two-minute drive to the local airport.

  • What are some good spa-hotels in Carlsbad?

    The Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is a Spanish-themed resort that is six miles from Moonlight Beach, with a standard on-site spa. The Cape Rey Resort is located directly on Carlsbad Beach and also has a spa for guests. The Sheraton Resort & Spa is only a mile away from Legoland and has an outdoor pool and spa.

  • What hotels in Carlsbad have a good view?

    The Tamarack Beach Resort and Hotel is a short four-minute walk from the beach and offers rooms that provide views of the ocean. The Beach Terrace Inn is a casual choice that is located right next door and also has rooms with views of the ocean.

  • What are the best hotels near Legoland California?

    KAYAK users like staying at LEGOLAND California Resort And Castle Hotel, Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel and Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA when looking for a hotel in close proximity to Legoland California.

  • How much does a hotel cost in Carlsbad?

    The average price of a double room in Carlsbad is £263, but it varies considerably depending on location, facilities, and seasonality. In the last 3 days, KAYAK users have found double rooms for as cheap as £54.

  • How much is a hotel in Carlsbad for tonight?

    Hotel room prices will vary depending on facilities and location. The cheapest double room in Carlsbad for tonight found in the last 3 hours was £54. We also found 3-star hotels from £86 and 4-star hotels from £89.

  • How much is a hotel in Carlsbad for this weekend?

    In the last 3 days, the best price displayed on KAYAK for a double hotel room in Carlsbad for the upcoming weekend was £56 per night. We also found good deals for 3-star hotel rooms from £56 and 4-star hotel rooms from £111.

  • How do I find a hotel in central Carlsbad?

    After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Carlsbad districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Carlsbad city centre

  • How can I find hotels near me?

    Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.

  • Are there Carlsbad hotels with free parking?

    There are many hotels in Carlsbad that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area and West Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in Carlsbad?

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