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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near LEGOLAND® California in Carlsbad

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Free daily on-the-go breakfast
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • LEGOLAND® California
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(59 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Transfer Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

City center stay.With a stay at this South Beach hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of South Carlsbad State Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of North Ponto Beach. Poinsettia Park and South Ponto Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Aviara Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 12 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Story Caffe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rubio's Coastal Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Hotel near LEGOLAND® California in Carlsbad
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1280 square feet (119 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carlsbad hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1280 sq ft of conference space
  • 119 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers 120 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 12 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 12.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. 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, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Carlsbad Beach an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG is 4.7 mi (12-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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG on Sep 14, 2025 start from $119.0, 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from South Carlsbad State Beach and 3.8 mi (14-min drive) from Carlsbad State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 12.00 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG to downtown Carlsbad?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG is 4.3 mi away from Carlsbad.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 103 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Grace

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were filthy! the furniture was filthy, the bed and pull out bed was sooo uncomfortable. Upgrades on mattresses needed immediately! Spoke to other guests, they had the same complaints. Luckily i brought my own cleaning supplies so i was able to clean and sanitize our room. Check out worker was completely rude, seemed racist, did not even acknowledge my presence, I have NEVER been treated so rudely. Breakfast lady was soo kind, check in ladies were also very kind, however it does not make up for the filthy and uncomfortable room. Will never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadiezhda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly, and the hotel is conveniently located near the freeway. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Night front desk staff was grumpy, day and afternoon front desk staff was nice. Left my Kindle in my room at checkout and it disappeared. When we got home after checkout I realized and night staff were very unfriendly and unhelpful. Told me to call back in the am so I did and he was more helpful. Even let a friends check the room for me but it had already been cleaned and wasn't there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Marnie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room had a smell. Carpet seemed dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanaloir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very welcoming. All details of the room, amenities, and free breakfast were explained to me so well, I had no questions to ask. Our room was clean and I even noticed that housekeeping came the next day, which does not happen at other hotels since COVID. This was a great place to stay and I definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniela

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Entrance was being pressure washed when we arrived. Floor wet and wet floor signs. No hot water in lobby for tea. Not sure if there’s suppose to be coffee 24/7 but there wasn’t. TV in room didn’t work and tech was sent to room too approx an hour for them to fix the problem. Then realized for 3 people we had 1 towel. Pool looked to dirty to use.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vennila

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the money!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

antonia

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

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Traveled with family
Tv with remote did not work, asked for it to be fixed and never was. New towels and bedding not provided until last night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Honest review!!

bathroom could have been cleaner, front desk staff was nice. Sadly one of the women working the breakfast was rude when I asked her a question. No it wasn’t because of a language barrier because I am latina and so is she. I heard her speak spanish so I asked in spanish. She was not only rude to me but to my mother as well. Gave dirty looks. The food was also very mid. Basically severed the same thing the whole weekend. None of the food was like the ones in the pictures. Personally I booked it for the the rate and the included breakfast. I think i rather pay else where with nicer breakfast staff and better food even if it means spending more. Other than that decent hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, El Dorasdo Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Iris

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't normally write reviews but one is warranted here to alert others to avoid this property!!! The photos of the hotel are deceptive. The outdoor pergola was missing and outdoor furniture was shoddy and all the cushions were missing from the wicker seating. The pool was dirty and not heated as stated (which is why we chose this over an air BNB). My daughter and I got no sleep during our stay. The family in the room above us starting our 2nd night sounded like they were doing WWE wrestling and dropping bowling balls above our heads. This went on every day the entire week till at least 11pm and started before 6am. When I would knock on the ceiling they would mock me by pounding on the floor or slamming their doors repeatedly. I spoke to the front desk staff and managers every day. The managers told me they could not force them to move rooms. They offered to move me to another floor. I was there with my family and we had 3 rooms all next to each other so I was not going to move away from them nor should I have had to move. Every time I spoke with front desk staff, they told me the manager would call me. They never did. I had to follow up with them. My son also paid an upgraded fee for a suite so we'd all have a place to sit when hanging out at the hotel. There was no couch/pull out bed in the room. It was just a huge room with a bed in it. When we checked out the manager said she would ask Expedia to refund my son and I one night for our rooms. I have heard nothing.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lyne

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the hotel entrance is fine but the room carpet looks really dirty
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cherry

Traveled with family

Shower/bathroom not good

overall it was ok stay except for shower area (it's not bath tub standing shower and water was keep coming out of the shower area to the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Chauncy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room we had the first night did not smell good and there were stains on the headboard.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family loved staying here. 10 minute walk to the beach and a benihana restaurant in the same parking lot making it a convenient dinner option
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025