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Top Carlsbad 3 Star hotels

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
$133 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$149 total
Mar 22 - Mar 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! (1,827 reviews)
Our stay was great! The kids loved the pool area and the room was clean upon check in. There were some renovations being done in the office area so the new office area was still accommodating. The only downside was that the laundry room was not in working order. The washers worked fine but the dryers ...

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

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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
$83 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$93 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,603 reviews)
Good location, clean, friendly staff

Reviewed on Mar 4, 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
$279 nightly
The price is $313 total per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
$313 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
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! (1,004 reviews)
Top tier service. 10/10!

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

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Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

3 out of 5
3200 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
$173 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$194 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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! (1,007 reviews)
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, nice quiet pool and spa, location by beach access and shopping

Reviewed on Mar 1, 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
$187 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$209 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
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! (1,001 reviews)
The room was perfect for two adults and two children for our overnight trip to Legoland! The staff was extremely helpful and kind - especially “Z” at the front desk. We were able to check in early which was very helpful for us. We always need a two room suite with the kids so we were so happy to ...

Reviewed on Feb 26, 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
$155 nightly
The price is $173 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$173 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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! (1,002 reviews)
Everything went well. The staff was amazing and housekeepers were great.

Reviewed on Mar 4, 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
$120 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$134 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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)
I liked the front lobby area with the dining area combined. It seemed cozy and friendly to me. The staff was friendly and helpful. Location was soooo quiet, it was great!

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

3 out of 5
2223 Palomar Airport Rd Carlsbad CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$161 nightly
The price is $181 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$181 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Enjoy the hot tub and free perks like on-the-go breakfast and WiFi in public areas. Self parking, a 24-hour business ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 27, 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
$143 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$161 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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! (1,003 reviews)
Staff was amazing ..

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

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Grand Pacific Palisades

Grand Pacific Palisades

3.5 out of 5
5805 Armada Drive Carlsbad CA
$244 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$274 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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! (1,006 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

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3 Star Hotels Carlsbad

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