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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View | View from room
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • LEGOLAND® California
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Ground Floor

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Courtyard View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Courtyard View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Carlsbad

When you stay at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel in Carlsbad, you'll be in a shopping district, just steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets and 4 minutes by foot from Flower Fields of Carlsbad. .This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Museum of Making Music and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from The Crossings at Carlsbad.

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Crossings at Carlsbad - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 3 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬11 min walk
  • McDonald's
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Hotel with an outdoor pool, steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offers 146 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. 36-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 146 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include a picnic area and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. RV/bus/truck parking is available onsite.
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 13.56 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 688 out of 1651 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1651 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 270 out of 1651 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 1651 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 140 out of 1651 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to Legoland and several restaurants. Clean. Pool is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My mom and i stayed here for mothers day weekend and it was perfect. It was directly across feom the flower feilds
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room above us was really loud. But the hotel is convenient with pool, dining hall and arcade .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Descent hotel that has the potential to be great if attention to details were attended to. Need to provide more towels to each room and update there information about walking to the beach. You cannot walk to the beach easily; there is not a sidewalk the whole way.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful. Close to Carlsbad outlets that we were able to walk there. The beach is about a mile away. The bed was very firm that we didn’t sleep well. My husband and I both woke up with sore backs in the middle of the night. It needs a pillow top or something. Also the AC makes a pretty loud bang every time it shuts off. That was very annoying and makes it hard to sleep. I would recommend to anyone that likes a firm bed. We will not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vahe

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Nice little hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
The Aircon is not working and no elevator
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ambar

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britny

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

yilee

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice. Front desk staffs & Maintenance Guy were great. But room was so dirty, the microwave even has mold in it! The sink was clogged but maintenance person came right away and fixed it (had to take the pipe apart!).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jireh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, clean and efficient (:
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jon

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shanna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the minute we got into the property I knew I had made a mistake. The gates were propped open, the smell was like a wet dog and musty. The room was barely tidied up. I figured I’d should just deal with it and get to sleep because we had a busy next day. We slept awful, the sheets felt like crumbs were in them, and the next morning I had a bite on my leg and my husband was covered in a head to toe rash. There were super sketchy people in the parking lot just sitting in cars. When we got back from legoland we saw what appeared to be people dealing in the parking lot. There were at least 10 cars with people just sitting in them, we went in our room in which the do not disturb sign was conveniently gone, and debated what to do. Next door a dog was barking and scratching at the connecting door and upstairs sounded like kids having a party. Ultimately we just packed our stuff and went to a different hotel. We would not recommend and would not go back. Does appear that they are trying to update it, but it’s going to take a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nattasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resorts, easy to access to foods, freeway
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Justin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The heated pool, the kindness of there staff, near by food walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elaina

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
do not stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lucretia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before, would return. Location is great, convenient in-room amenities including coffee maker and fridge, and that shower head is awesome! Outlets, beaches, restaurants just minutes away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was good. Property is in process of renovation but it did not interfere with our visit. Overall room was nicely updated. Enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gigi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025