West Inn & Suites

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near LEGOLAND® California

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Outdoor pool
Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters
Exterior
Lobby
Library

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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4970 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA, 92008
  • Place, Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)
  • 306 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 370 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 445 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Carlsbad hotel, you'll find South Carlsbad State Beach and Carlsbad Premium Outlets. GIA Museum and Carlsbad State Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Carlsbad Lagoon - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Carlsbad State Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 5 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬3 min drive

About this property

West Inn & Suites

3.5-star hotel near LEGOLAND® California
West Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. A library, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly West Inn & Suites. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

  • 86 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
West Inn & Suites offers 86 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

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 registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector 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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is West Inn & Suites to the airport?

West Inn & Suites is 4.3 mi (13-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 West Inn & Suites?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at West Inn & Suites on Oct 30, 2025 start from $140.0, 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 West Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at West Inn & Suites.

How close is West Inn & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 1.7 mi (4-min drive) from Carlsbad State Beach and 5.9 mi (15-min drive) from Oceanside Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does West Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

West Inn & Suites offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at West Inn & Suites?

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

What time is check-in at West Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at West Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does West Inn & Suites have a pool?

West Inn & Suites features an outdoor pool.

Does West Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is West Inn & Suites to downtown Carlsbad?

West Inn & Suites is 1.9 mi away from Carlsbad.

West Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 827 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1075 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1075 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Monica

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

HABIB

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

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

8/10 Good

Alfred, Altadena

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Fairfield

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Easy access to LEGOLAND and restaurant's. The breakfast buffet was very good and staff was always polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location if going to Legoland and/or outlets.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

8/10 Good

Ashley

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

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

8/10 Good

Debbie

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amritraj

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were so comfortable. My family and i enjoyed our stay and all the ammenities. Only thing lacking is a heated pool and hot tub was broken other than that i would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Assadullah, Irvine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Family trip

You’re about two blocks from the beach but with a small child it’s a bit too far to walk. Super close to LEGOLAND and the outlets! Staff was great, rooms were average.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

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

A nice stay!

Such a cozy and comfortable stay! Free breakfast had so many options and staff was kind with us. Also had a great location overall! Definitely want to stay here again next time I come down to Carlsbad!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025