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Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 star property

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Free full breakfast
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Fitness facility
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
  • Place, South Carlsbad State Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Poinsettia Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, North Ponto Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Living Room;Pet Friendly)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Living Room;Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (1st Floor;Pet Friendly;Freeway Side)

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (1st Fl;Pet Friendly;FWY Side, FK)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa, Continental Breakfast

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Microwave And Refrigerator-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa, Continental Breakfast

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Sofa, Continental Breakfast

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Sofa, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Freeway Side, Microwave And Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Living Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Full Kitchen, Freeway Side, Continental Breakfast

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Separate Bedroom, First Floor, Pet Friendly Room, Full Kitchen, Freeway Side, Continental Breakfast

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Located in South Beach within a short walk of South Carlsbad State Beach, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea is within 2 miles (3 km) of North Ponto Beach. This 121-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • South Carlsbad State Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Poinsettia Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • South Ponto Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • North Ponto Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Poinsettia Dog Park - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 10 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Benihana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Guests staying at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and conference space.
TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (48 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (48 inches wide)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 25

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 25

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 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-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-7:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Carlsbad Ramada

Ramada Carlsbad

Ramada Hotel Carlsbad

Ramada Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel Carlsbad

Ramada Carlsbad Hotel

Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad Hotel

Ramada Wyndham Carlsbad

Ramada by Wyndham Carlsbad

Carlsbad By The Sea Carlsbad

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Carlsbad

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

This hotel is situated in South Beach within a short 12-minute walk of South Carlsbad State Beach. You'll also find LEGOLAND® California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

As of May 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea on May 12, 2026 start from $104, including 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.

Is parking available on site at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea feature a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include a deep soaking bathtub and a kitchenette.

Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea offers free full breakfasts though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 150 per stay is collected.

Does Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

The closest major airport to Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 4.6 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 24.9 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea.

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 642 out of 1296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 1296 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment my family & I checked in, I had a great experience. I was greeted by Sergio he was very helpful & polite. The room was clean & bed was very comfy. The microwave & fridge came in handy. My grandkids had a blast in the pool & hot tub. The complimentary breakfast was so delicious, they served eggs, potatoes, sausage, waffles, cereal, fruit, yogurt. I can go on & on. Overall my stay was awesome. I will definitely be coming back the next time the family is in Carlsbad for legoland.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price point and what we needed- this was ab
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sumi, Santa Fe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is great here. Very friendly and helpful. The breakfast lady always makes sure everything is stocked and fresh. Great breakfast and very comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad Faisal

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Enoc

It was an awful experience I could hear the people upstairs making noise late at night. You could hear everything I was not able to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Christina

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room Clean Breakfast Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Alicia Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice and above our expectations for the price. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Tim

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, good layout, friendly staff, wonderful breakfast options, but dated room.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The General Manager Tim is the best! Made checking in a breeze!
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are clean and staff is really helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

RA

Room was good but thought my room was going to be away from Freeway on website it Clearly Shows option to book Away From Freeway It was so noisy I turn air to drown out noise
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, JACKSONVILLE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff at check in! Clean room. Relaxing hot tub. Delicious breakfast buffet
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Steven

Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter king

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent front desk staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fire alarm activated twice do to shower steam
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hindi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, lovely breakfast, location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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