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Top Carlsbad 3 Star hotels

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$105 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$118 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,607 reviews)
Clean room,

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026

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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$142 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$159 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a restaurant. Business travelers can take advantage of the 24-hour business center. There's a bar/lounge ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,890 reviews)
The staff was very accomodating with our request.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

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The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
5805 Armada Dr Building B Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$204 nightly
The price is $228 total per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
$228 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Total with taxes and fees
This Mediterranean hotel features 2 outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs, and a restaurant. There's fun for all ages with a children's pool and a playground, and families ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
We booked this hotel for a staycation. We’ve done staycations at the Legoland resort, Westin, and Sheraton all within the vicinity. Positves: the room was clean and decor was modern. The room looked updated. We booked a suite that had a separate room with twin beds for our kids. This is a great set ...

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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Beach Terrace

Beach Terrace

3.5 out of 5
2775 Ocean St Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$304 nightly
The price is $341 total per night from May 3 to May 4
$341 total
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Enjoy a day at the beach surfing, or relax with beach umbrellas. Enjoy the free on-the-go breakfast ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Awesome views, right on the beach! 5 min walking distance to downtown, great complimentary breakfast. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

3 out of 5
1901 WRIGHT PLACE Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$159 nightly
The price is $178 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$178 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
verything was great clean spacious room the only thing was the breakfast was cold but other then that was good

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

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Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

3 out of 5
3200 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$148 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
$166 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. There's fun for all ages with a free kid's club and an arcade/game room, and free supervised ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Place was great

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026

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Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades

3.5 out of 5
5805 Armada Drive Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$220 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
$247 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs. There's fun for all ages with a children's pool and an arcade/game room, and barbecue ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Fantastic stay! The room was clean, spacious, and everything we needed. Location was wonderful, overlooking the Carlsbad flower fields and ocean.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

3 out of 5
5835 Owens Avenue Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$128 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$143 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Staff was wonderful.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

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Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

3 out of 5
2725 Palomar Airport Rd Carlsbad CA
Fully refundable
$135 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$151 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room and helpful staff

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026

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Hyland Inn Near Legoland

Hyland Inn Near Legoland

3 out of 5
3570 Pio Pico Drive Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$71 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$79 total
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
They do not have any shampoo and body lotion when I talked to the front desk they said that will come and refill it and never happens

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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3 Star Hotels Carlsbad

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You can find 3 star hotels in Carlsbad that keep you close to all the great sightseeing and activities around the area, or even book a place that’s a bit more secluded, if that’s what you prefer. No matter what you’re looking for—whether you’re all about the location or are invested in on-site perks--Travelocity will help you find the accommodation that works best for you.

When it comes to options, you’ll have them. The Carlsbad 3 star hotels give you plenty of choices as far as access to the best areas, and many also offer a breakfast buffet, as well as plenty of other amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi and an on-site pool or spa.

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