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Coastal Hideaway

Carlsbad

Located within 24 km of Torrey Pines State Reserve and 33 km of San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Coastal Hideaway provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Carlsbad.

J
Jesús Javier
From
Spain
Clean, nice and cozy. Plenty of space for myself. Janie and Don are amazing hosts. I would definitely repeat if I am back in this part of the world.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$152.10
1 night, 2 adults
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LEGOLAND California Hotel and Castle Hotel

Carlsbad

Located in Carlsbad, LEGOLAND California Resort offers over 60 rides and shows.

S
Sarah
From
New Zealand
Magical stay for the night. Awesome facilities, great pool, kids loved the in-room experience as a real standout during our 3 week holiday. Pop badge collection was great fun, the food in the buffet was varied and well presented. The beds were comfortable and everything felt clean and well catered for. We had a problem in the room with the lighting and the staff were incredibly quick to respond and resolve. The stand out was the hilarious duo who ran the bingo session and the staff at the pool & the porters for being proactively informative and helpful. The proximity to the park was of course a major bonus! We loved our time at Legoland.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 710 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$269
1 night, 2 adults
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Hotel in Carlsbad

Offering an outdoor pool, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad serves a daily free hot breakfast and offers rooms with free WiFi. LEGOLAND California is 3 miles away.

L
Liz Arcangel
From
Australia
Everything we loved about our accommodation. The breakfast every morning was so delicious. The beds are super comfy. Had everything we need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$157.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Carlsbad/San Diego by IHG

Carlsbad

Offering an outdoor pool and Stratus Restaurant & Bar, Holiday Inn Carlsbad/San Diego is located in Carlsbad. Free WiFi access is available.

I
Iva
From
United States
The staff at front desk did a real good job!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 315 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults
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West Inn & Suites

Hotel in Carlsbad

This Carlsbad, California hotel is 2 miles from Legoland. This hotel features a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi in every room.

M
Mary Rose
From
United States
We loved everything but the Jacuzzi was the BEST one in Carlsbad hotels. Breakfast was good too!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
US$147
1 night, 2 adults
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Hampton Inn Carlsbad North San Diego County

Hotel in Carlsbad

This Carlsbad hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Legoland theme park. The completely non-smoking hotel offers a hot daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

A
Angela
From
United Kingdom
Everything I would expect from Hampton Inn
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 756 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
US$135.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Luxury Villa at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

Carlsbad

A recently renovated villa in Carlsbad and within 23 km of Torrey Pines State Reserve, Luxury Villa at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa features a garden, comfortable allergy-free rooms and free WiFi.

H
Henrietta
From
Switzerland
The resort is beautiful and very comfortably located close to 5 highway and close to get to everywhere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$298
1 night, 2 adults
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Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca- North

Hotel in Carlsbad

This Carlsbad, Motel 6 Carlsbad, Ca- North features an outdoor pool and has guest rooms with free WiFi. The property offers an on-site laundry facility.

A
ANDREA
From
United States
Staff are very nice. We stopped here after a long drive from Washington State and right when we are about to park our car won’t start and we didn’t get to park our car with u-haul in the back. And the guy at front desk that time which is between 12am-2am let us park the u-haul on the side while we are waiting for the tow to get our truck and take it to the nearest car shop. The workers that working on the office roof helped my husband to move the u-haul so it won’t be in the way of everything while we are waiting for our car to get tow and fix. We end up staying 2 nights and didn’t worry about anything since we can see our u-haul just outside our room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Location 7.9
Price from
US$84.99
1 night, 2 adults
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The Green Room Hotel

Oceanside (Near Carlsbad)

Set in Oceanside, less than 1 km from Oceanside City Beach, The Green Room Hotel offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a restaurant.

A
Amanda
From
Australia
From the moment we drove into the car park of the green room we were so excited. The sky was purple, orange and pink and the sun was setting. We didn’t have to see any staff as checkin is done entirely by yourself - with a code sent to your mobile phone. When we opened our door to our room it took our breath away. Simple, clean, cosy and the texture of everything blew us away. We wanted to stay forever and we wanted to design an entire home like the room we had. Number 9 - my fav number 😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$180.70
1 night, 2 adults
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The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

Oceanside (Near Carlsbad)

Facing the beachfront, The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt offers 4-star accommodation in Oceanside and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

P
Philip
From
United Kingdom
All staff friendly,very accommodating andhelpful in all parts of hotel. Everywhere very clean. Beds very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$228
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews

    Located 8 km from MiraCosta College, Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown air-conditioned rooms in Oceanside. The property is 8 minutes' walk from the California Surf Museum.

    From US$122.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews

    The Comfort Suites Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area hotel is conveniently located on Interstate 5, just one mile south of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and four blocks from Oceanside Beach and...

    From US$128.14 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 949 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms is located just 10 minutes' walk from the Pacific Ocean and 3 km from Camp Pendleton Marine Base.

    From US$151.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 381 reviews

    Holiday Inn Oceanside Marina Camp Pendleton by IHG has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a terrace and restaurant in Oceanside. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM.

    From US$131.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 412 reviews

    Located 13 minutes' drive to Legoland Resort and Carlsbad Beach, Hyatt Place San Diego boasts a year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace. Free private parking is available on site.

    From US$148.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set 42 km from La Jolla Cove, 42 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park and 6.5 km from Legoland California, 90 Walk Score - Steps to Beach & Dining - Reserved Parking provides accommodation situated in...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Located in Carlsbad, 500 metres from Tamarack State Beach and 32 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve, 3080 Lincoln St #16 provides a restaurant.

  • 329 Oak Ave

    Carlsbad
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, 329 Oak Ave is located in Carlsbad. Guests can benefit from a balcony and a children's playground.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews

    Set in Oceanside, less than 1 km from Oceanside City Beach, The Green Room Hotel offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a restaurant.

    From US$274.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

    Situated in Oceanside, within 500 metres of Oceanside City Beach and 34 km of Torrey Pines State Reserve, Oceanside Inn & Suites features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the...

    From US$101.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    Offering a bar and garden view, BEACHFRONT COTTAGE UPPER UNIT is set in Oceanside, 400 metres from Oceanside City Beach and 37 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt offers 4-star accommodation in Oceanside and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace.

    From US$413.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

    Mission Pacific Beach Resort, part of JdV by Hyatt is set in Oceanside, 8 km from MiraCosta College and 200 metres from California Surf Museum.

    From US$421.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews

    Boasting a bar, The Brick Boutique Hotel is set in Oceanside in the California region, 1.1 km from Oceanside City Beach and 37 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve.

    From US$231.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews

    Located off Interstate 5, this hotel is just a half-mile from Oceanside Museum of Art. It features a daily hot breakfast, a small business center and free Wi-Fi.

    From US$122.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 697 reviews

    Located off of the I-5, Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside is centrally located between Los Angeles and San Diego. Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton is 7 minutes' drive from Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside.

    From US$123.75 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Boasting sea views, A Wave From It All offers accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and a balcony, around 200 metres from Tamarack State Beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Situated in Carlsbad in the California region, 3009 Ocean Street A features a patio. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony. The property has a restaurant with an outdoor dining area.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Remodeled Beach Bungalow, Block to the Beach is set in Carlsbad. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Carlsbad Blvd Villa is set in Carlsbad. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Carlsbad, a few steps from Tamarack State Beach and 31 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve, Beachfront Home In Carlsbad - Remodeled features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Private Beachside Home with HotTub is a beachfront property situated in Carlsbad, a few steps from Tamarack State Beach and 31 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Situated in Carlsbad, 70 metres from Tamarack State Beach and 31 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve, Luxury Ocean Views & Steps To The Sand - Tower 36 Upper Condo Unit offers air conditioning.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set in Carlsbad, 70 metres from Tamarack State Beach and 31 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve, Luxury Ocean Views & Steps To The Sand - Tower 36 Lower Condo Unit offers air conditioning.

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