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Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Carlsbad Premium Outlets

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View | View from room
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
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Property entrance
Food and drink

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

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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

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Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 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 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(100 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

  • 350 sq ft
  • 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 | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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

  • 350 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Close to airport.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Flower Fields of Carlsbad and a 5-minute walk from Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Also, Museum of Making Music is within half a mile (1 km) and LEGOLAND® California is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Crossings at Carlsbad - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3-star hotel near Carlsbad Premium Outlets
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel also features multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area.

This 3-star Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

  • 146 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck 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

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 elevator
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

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: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 35 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel to the airport?

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is 2.9 mi (4-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel on Sep 21, 2025 start from $118.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel.

How close is Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from South Carlsbad State Beach and 1.8 mi (2-min drive) from Carlsbad Lagoon. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offer free breakfast?

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel have a pool?

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel to downtown Carlsbad?

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is 3 mi away from Carlsbad.

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 678 out of 1632 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1632 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 266 out of 1632 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 1632 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 139 out of 1632 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

4/10 Poor

Mardell

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had guests out at the pool until 10 pm that were so noisy playing loud music. We had to call the front desk and complain 3 times
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

8/10 Good

Danielle

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a perfect hotel for family staying at Legoland
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Time after time it never fails that we have a great stay for our Legoland trips!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean affordable and easy access to major freeways, we went to Legoland and is very close to it, the property also offer shuttle ride if needed, overall nice Family hotel JS
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

FRANCIS

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Find somewhere else to stay

There were roaches in the room. Gross. The room wasn’t even clean. Looks like housekeeping only changed bed linen and towels.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed one night ao that we would not go back home due to a tournament my kids had. Loved our room. We opened our terrace door and were right at the pool. Easy for us and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chelsea

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The service was great however the cleanliness was not. There were hairs and dirt all over our bathroom and floor and the phone in the room did not work.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emileigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. Nice and clean with a beautiful patio and good channel selection. Nice floors and cool art.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Carrie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay everything as wonderful will definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Ice Machine was broken, the only working one was on the other end of the hotel, phone in the room diid not work So I called their number from my cell and it rings twiceand hangs up. The shower drain did not drain so I had to clean it. The price is at a premium but the accommodations are sub par
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ginger

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here on a quick trip over Memorial Day weekend. It worked for what we needed, mainly to sleep. Overall, it was okay, and we would consider staying again, it wouldn’t be our first choice. The location is definite plus-centrally located and convenient to nearby attractions. The room itself was just average and could use a deep clean. There were noticeable stains on the walls, ceilings, desk and even the bedding. The floors were visibly dirty, so keep your shoes on. We also saw a roach on the second sat, which may have been due to construction around the property. On the positive side, the front desk was friendly and coffee available in the lobby. The pool was decent, though only one door appeared to be working, so guests had to let each other in. Pool towels were more like oversized rags. The hotel is connected to a wedding venue and food hall, which was convenient. Lots of food options within walking distance and shopping. They also offer a shuttle to and from legoland which we didn’t use but appreciated as an option. In summary, this place did the job for a short stay, but cleanliness was a major drawback. We’d stay again if necessary, but wouldn’t be our top pick.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna, La Mirada

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Right across the outlet love it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, fast, and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025