Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Carlsbad Premium Outlets

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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight State Beach. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A hot tub, a snack bar/deli, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Computer station

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(104 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Courtyard View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

Patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA, 92011

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 - 4 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 4 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 28 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 34 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 37 min drive
  • Carlsbad Village Station - 11 min drive
  • Solana Beach Station - 14 min drive
  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪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

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Moonlight State Beach. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A hot tub, a snack bar/deli, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 146 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 35 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
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Parking

    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 36-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per day

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 13.46 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Business center/computer access
    • Housekeeping
    • In-room coffee
    • Laundry facilities
    • Parking
    • Pool access
    • Self parking
    • Hot tub access

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 22.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

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.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 35 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, fishing, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel like?

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is in City Center, a short 4-minute drive from Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) and 14 minutes' walk from LEGOLAND® California. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Bed
Shower
Restaurant
Bathroom
Family friendly
Children
Water

Reviews

8/10 Very good

It was great
Justin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay!
Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Nice clean and comfortable
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good clean rooms .
zoya, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our room was comfortable and had everything necessary. Nice view of the pool. My only complaint is that the floor in the room was dirty. I felt like I needed to keep my flip flips on.
Danielle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fun weekend trip

Clean and friendly staff
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff was great. Our room had the worse mattress so loud every time you turned over it was hard to sleep. The day we checked out we were getting brown water that never stopped in our shower.
Raymond, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staying there
Gloria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a perfect hotel for family staying at Legoland
Staci, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our favorite hotel in San Diego County

Wonderful heated pool. Cute property. Friendly staff. Very clean. Recently renovated. Lots of restaurants and eateries near by. Short drive to the beach.
Malia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a great hotel for the price and location. You’re right across the street form the Carlsbad Outlets and the Flower Fields. The property is large and very lush so it feels like you’re somewhere else not at all near a mall. There’s also a direct connection with the Windmill Food Hall which is great for everyone. The pool is actually heated. So many places say theirs is and it’s not but this one was very comfortable. Rooms are very well upgraded. Only downside is the beds are super hard. Feels like a box spring with a thin mattress pad over it. Regardless it’s an excellent choice for the area.
Christy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved my stay everything as wonderful will definitely come back
Susan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

This place was great but was overpriced.
Michaela, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Areas great for food
Nicolette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location close to everything! Shopping,restaurant,LEGOLAND, BEACH
Michael, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

not to recommend

The hotel has the appearance of an old motel. Aircon not working , too warm in the rooms. very loud/noisy area because of the Interstate nearby.
Marc, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

The walls are super thin. Very basic hotel.
Marie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location and very clean and staff is super friendly, will come again!
Alyssa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A nice place to stay.

The staff was amazing! The rooms were ok. The pool was nice. I am sure for the price, we paid for location. It could use an upgrade for the price.
Karen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely wedding venue and convenient to hotel
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice area and very convenient location!
Daniela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay. It was central to many activities we wanted to do.
Maria, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to shops and dining
Irene, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our stay was nice. There was a lot of construction going on so it wasn’t as relaxed as we anticipated, but the location was convenient, the bed was comfortable, and the staff were incredibly friendly and responsive!
Emily, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The air conditioning wasn’t working on through out the whole hotel, it was hot in the room we hardly got any sleep because of how hot it got inside hotel room, we asked for a fan and never got one. We called the desk and they said they would give us half off of our stay and I still haven’t gotten reimbursed.
Manuel, 1-night trip