Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, Carlsbad Premium Outlets
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Flower Fields of Carlsbad
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® California
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Courtyard View

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Courtyard View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(47 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Courtyard King Room with Terrace

  • Sleeps 3

Courtyard Two Queen Room with Terrace

  • Sleeps 4

Courtyard King Room With Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

King Studio with Sofa Sleeper

  • Sleeps 3

Courtyard Two Queen Room with Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King Studio With Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4

Pool View Two Queen Room with Private Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

Pool View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible King Room With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Located in City Center, Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is next to popular attractions like Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 146 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Premium Outlets - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flower Fields of Carlsbad - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Crossings at Carlsbad - 2 min drive - 1.4 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Hotel with an outdoor pool, steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets
At Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour business center. You'll find RV, bus, and truck parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a meeting room, and a computer station.
36-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, free local calls, and safes. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (35 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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 are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 75 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 13.46 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

This hotel is situated in City Center, just steps from Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Flower Fields of Carlsbad, and within a short walk of Museum of Making Music. You'll also find LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Yes, there is accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking available.

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 8:30 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel for a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

The closest major airport to Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 2.9 mi away (4 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 25.8 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy pool or courtyard views.

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 736 out of 1747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 402 out of 1747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 289 out of 1747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 178 out of 1747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 142 out of 1747 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Motel 6

Checked in, provided keys and upon arrival to room, was being cleaned for another 30 minutes. Grounds border the interstate, very noisy. Grounds are also for weddings and have a food court, high traffic and police presence due to location. Priced at around 170 a night, should be more like 120-130 as the bathrooms are very gross. Black mildew or mold all over and the shower makes a mess. Low quality towels. I was bamboozled by the higher reviews on this spot but this hotel is not a 3 star, it is a 2 star for sure. Never staying at this place again. My room even had ants because there’s no bottom door seals to the front door. Felt like a motel 6. Motel 6 might even put this place to shame. Spend a few more dollars somewhere else if you have any kind of standards
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

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

Great room for the price.

The staff was friendly and amazing. The location was perfect. Close to many restaurants and Legoland.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

4/10 Poor

abiodun

Disliked: Amenities
Conditions were bad.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place to stay

Nice clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great, we stayed for 3 nights, we were allowed to check in early in the first day. When we checked out, the shuttle took us to legoland with our luggages and 2 strollers. I love that they have the shuttle service, restaurants are nearby like the windmill hall, pf chang, restaurants by the outlet stores. I wish i had time to shop. The outlet stores is just in front of the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Whittier

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fun weekend trip

Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was nice!. Its an older hotel but newly remolded. Beds were very comfortable! Also have a shuttle to and from Lego land which was very convenient! Would definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed there a week and throughly enjoyed our stay there. Easy access to an outlet mall and a great seafood restaurant. They have coffee pots in their lobby plus room has a small Kerig. They don’t do room tidying at all unless you request it. Plus they have small plastic bottled shampoo etc only enough for one day stay so had to go down to lobby and get enough for our week stay. Would recommend to them to put in the shower the large bottles in the dispensers which most places have and saves on plastic usage Very friendly staff especially Lisa on the lobby. Great for families and also couples. We shall stay there again on our next visit
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for tow nights and The location (across the street from the Outlet) and Property in general are really good! But the maintenance and room smell was not so well, the pool was not clean and the room door was difficult to open cause the material was too old and got stuck! also I ask two times for blankets cause the night before was chilly, and they brought them dirty! And the last thing was that they didn’t made the room after the first night, when I asked for it they told me that it was necessary to ask for it at de check in, but I was never notified at that moment!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sonia

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

10/10 Excellent

alyssa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Meh

It was fine. Although I'm sure the towels were washed, we had 3 with stains of blood or who knows what. If you're going to have white towels please bleech them or something. One was even from a pool towel so the issue is larger than just our room. Second issue was the legoland shuttle. You should say limited space and say the times on your website. I would have planned differently if I knew we couldn't even get to the park before it opened and would have to leave before it closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Staff & service
Property could use some updating. Overall was average.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lacey, Bishop

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to stay at while you’re visiting Legoland. They provide a free shuttle so no need to pay the $35 parking fee. Short six minute drive to a beautiful beach area where my kids loved floating in the tides. Delicious bagel shop across the street. Literally right next to a food court and shopping mall area. Check in was quick and coffee is provided in the lobby as well as your room. The view from the balconies into the pool area was very nice but looking out from the door that you enter is a hard filled with industrial trash bins and waste. Especially from the second floor. Which is where they book you when you book from Expedia. The rooms were clean, the employees were wonderful but beds were extra firm, which were a little hard to get comfortable on. However, the pool and hot tub outside were wonderful to relax in. Just don’t look at the grass at night. It crawls with insects. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mireya

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

Not a resort but charged for one!

The room was very cold the entire time even when I turned the temperature up it was freezing the entire time. Very uncomfortable temperature to be in while sleeping I really didn’t sleep the first night because I could not get comfortable. I slept great the 2nd night only due to exhaustion from the heat! They used to offer a voucher for a meal now they offer nothing and the coffee is horrible!! There is much better places for much less in the area I do not recommended this place at all
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vivian

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

Way too noisy!!

I was disappointed that after I added a night to my reservation thru hotels.com app my rate increased significantly per night. I never got a notice there was a price rate change. Also it was a nice hotel but we were on the 5 Freeway side that was the noisiest n had to Keep the ac going constantly n slider closed to keep the noise level manageable to sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025