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Scandia Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Magee Park in Carlsbad

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave
Free toiletries, hair dryer, soap
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2550 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Carlsbad Lagoon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • LEGOLAND® California
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • 2497 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Seaside stay .At this Carlsbad Village motel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Magee Park and Carlsbad State Beach. Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center and Carlsbad Convention and Visitor Information are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carlsbad State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tamarack Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Oceanside Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 9 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪GONZO! Ramen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Knock Out Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Campfire - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Scandia Motel

Motel near Magee Park in Carlsbad
As a guest of Scandia Motel, you'll find room service (during limited hours) and an ATM. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carlsbad motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Scandia Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium cable television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

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 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00

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 deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 30 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Scandia Motel to the airport?

Scandia Motel is 8.5 mi (16-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Scandia Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scandia Motel.

How close is Scandia Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 4-minute walk from Carlsbad State Beach and 14-minute walk from Tamarack Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Scandia Motel offer free breakfast?

Scandia Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Scandia Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Scandia Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Scandia Motel?

Free parking is not available at this motel. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does Scandia Motel have a pool?

Scandia Motel does not have a pool.

Does Scandia Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Scandia Motel to downtown Carlsbad?

Scandia Motel is 0.4 mi away from Carlsbad.

Scandia Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 161 out of 1001 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

THEODORE, DENVER

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location that is close to the beach and local activities. Basic amenities, but great price comparatively! The room was cozy and I didn’t hear much noise or traffic. Walked to every planned destination for the weekend. I definitely recommend, and will stay another time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, amazing location and a great price. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethanne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Skyler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dirty hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was filthy and felt very unsafe. I didn't stay despite knowing I wouldn't get a refund. Stay away. I recommend Expedia remove this property from their listings.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay. Staff is very friendly! Rooms are great! Location is great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

alberto, jr.

Liked: Staff & service
Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raechel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roaches in my room, during the day !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Aubrey

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya, Bluffton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance to most everything you need... the beach, shopping, park, restaurants, gift shops and more! I had a quaint, cozy room with a kitchenette on the secluded second floor, which I loved! It's a no-frills kind of place, but it is also dirt cheap by CA motel standards. I would recommend buying a new comforter for the bed (which cannot cost much at all) to replace the one which, though beautiful in color, has seen better days. That small criticism would not keep me from staying there again, though. But, I'd want that same room (#122) !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Ok Stay

Walls in the rooms need to be cleaned and mattress are very very old. People are nice outside property was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

daunte

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

LISA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty cigarette burns in bedding and bathroom trays. No place to hang clothing. No houskeeping unless you’re in your room. No extra or new towels after housekeeping leaves early afternoon. Rude front desk got hung up on.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We had to suffer through no hit water for 3 days

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

daunte

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

There is a reason

This is a motel and there is a reason it is the cheapest option so close to the beach and downtown. The staff were friendly and the motel was quiet. The nature of the area and the price do attract some odd people, but there were no issues. If you simply need a place to sleep and want to be walking distance to the shops and beaches of Carlsbad and Oceanside, the Scandia Motel is well situated. It's not glamourous but it suits it's purpose, and you're probably not visiting Carlsbad to sit in your room anyway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Ok stay

The room was ok the pictures are deceiving the bed is on a metal box spring noisy gettin in and out of it. Shower is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was small and quiet. Rooms were very clean and recently remodeled. Checking in was simple. I was easily able to book daily until my house was ready to move in. I was able to rest and not be stressed because this property was very safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly manager at the front desk explained at my check in I got thr last room avail. No singles left so I get 2 beds. I only pay the single bed rate I reserved. Several people that stayed here before told me about how nicely furnished with great room prices, on a bus route, walking distance to the beach, Carlsbad Village train depot & bus stop, every Wed. afternoon The Farmers Market on State Street, walking distance for all of Carlsbad Village spots in the “Who Do You Love?” Oct 17, 2024 edition of The North County Best of 2024 Reader. It rained almost half of my stay. The housekeepers were quiet working. No slamming doors like other places. Plenty of hot water pressure for a shower not common in San Diego County. There are many nice extras. ie. a padded seat shoe bench to sit on putting on/taking off shoes with shoe storage below it. No paper thin towels. Clean & white with no stains. It appears having been renovated not long ago. I strongly recommend the Scandia Motel giving it a 5 out of 5 stars for being small, a friendly staff, not a chain motel and for its great location. Neutral on people staying/sleeping in their cars mostly backed in facing the front of my room/the far back rear of lot back of car against fence of practice field building. Some left in the mornings, some never left & were always looking every time I opened my room door leaving/returning & my car, too. They sat watching me & other guests staying in rooms around me as if we were the entertainment!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025