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Vista Inn Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Vista with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
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Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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745 W Vista Way, Vista, CA, 92083
  • Place, The Wave Waterpark
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Boomers Vista
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Broadway Theatre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Vista

Vista Inn Motel places you within a short walk of The Wave Waterpark and within a mile (2 km) of Boomers Vista. This 30-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • The Wave Waterpark - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Boomers Vista - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Avo Playhouse - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Broadway Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 15 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Islands Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Vista Inn Motel

Motel in Vista with free parking
Vista Inn Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include microwaves, desks, and free toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00
  • Service fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 or credit 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 smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Vista Inn Motel
Vista Inn Motel Motel
Vista Inn Motel Vista
Vista Inn Motel Motel Vista

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Vista Inn Motel?

Vista Inn Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Vista Inn Motel?

This motel is located in Vista, a short 13-minute walk from The Wave Waterpark and also 19 minutes on foot from Boomers Vista. You'll also find Frontwave Arena and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Vista Inn Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Vista Inn Motel include a casino?

No, Vista Inn Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Vista Inn Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Vista Inn Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Vista Inn Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Vista Inn Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Vista Inn Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Vista Inn Motel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Vista Inn Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Vista Inn Motel?

The closest major airport to Vista Inn Motel is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 13.3 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley), which is around 27.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Vista Inn Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Vista Inn Motel.

Vista Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 132 out of 502 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deelia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Fabulos
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Yes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Edward

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The TV would only allow 1 station, notified staff but gave an fix so;ution which I tried and it still did not work. No trash can in the room. Toilet kept running. I had to move the valve float to shut off the continuous running of water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Shara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is place what you call a stab and jab. Burn holes in the blankets, no trash cans in the room, 13 inch TV and no hot water for the shower. Small location, if you need a quick pit stop just to stab and jab this is the only thing it’s good for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Arturo

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arriving the hotel, staff charged my credit card incorrectly, causing me to call and get my credit card unblocked. The remote control in the bedroom and TV did not work. There was standing water in our room that we had a cleanup. The sheets on the bed were missing. There were questionable people hanging out in the parking lot, felt unsafe. Would not recommend this location for future stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Kennedale

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katie

Disliked: Cleanliness
When we check
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Margarita

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

HORRIBLE

Do not stay here. The rooms are not as advertised. They are dirty, old and no safety lock. I checked out immediately and had to find somewhere else to stay. Not to mention when I went back down to request a refund I was told no. This place is a scam.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We had a decent experience. They staff was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amairani

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Geneva

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything in the hotel was a little bit dirty, it looked like the toilet needed cleaning, the shower had a leak, sink didn't drain completely, there were not enough towels provided, sheets had stains, but were recently cleaned, the bed didn't have a fitted sheet only the top sheet on top of the comforter and there was no trash can provided in the room which was wildly inconvenient as they provide soap and shampoo packets that need to be thrown out after opened. The mini fridge was very powerful, my drinks stayed nice and cold, it did freeze my fruit, but I just needed to put them on a lower shelf. Wifi was strong and consistent, no random outages. Lots of parking available. Close to Vista town square, full of nice hospitable people and great restaurants. This place was definitely affordable, but cost more than what was provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Garik

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

2/10 Terrible

Alizae

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I arrived to check in, no one was at the front desk and I had to wait for them to get off lunch, at midnight. They gave us a room that reeked of cigarettes. Asked for a new one, they moved us. The next morning my friend showered and they bath tub leaked all over the floor and then the office guy came up telling us to pack our stuff they’re moving us rooms, because the water is leaking into their office. I said okay well where are we moving to? They said they’ll let us know in two hours. I had to go shower at the EOS gym. We didn’t get our new room in two hours. We left for the morning to the farmers market came back 3ish hours later and had to ask them about the new room. They give me a new one, I go and check it for the smell. Again reeks of cigarettes. My friend is pregnant and her baby is under 1 years old. We don’t want to smell disgusting. I went and told them again it smells like cigarettes. The guy went with me to get a new room and he opened one, smelled waaay worse and much stronger cigarette smells. Horrible. I said no not this one. They open the other one, 4 rooms later we finally have our room on day 2 of being here. Shower curtains are fabric so they get the floors wet. It should be plastic. Hate it. Extremely humid in all the rooms. TVs don’t work or missing remotes. Two shower towels. One wash rag. One drying towel. Not nearly enough. They leave a half empty toilet paper on the roll and then have a new one for you. Don’t stay here no matter how cheap.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Edmanuel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edmanuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and respectful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

richard

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

Worst place ever

This is the worst place I have ever stayed. Picture a hotel where crack heads hangout. It look nice on the website. We tried to check in at 3 but the room wasn’t ready. In fact it wasn’t ready until 8pm. What ever they used to clean the room burned our eyes. I was going to say screw it and go to another hotel but nothing was available. I can’t believe you guys would have something like this on your website.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jose

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They booked my room,instead of 2 queen beds had to full size bedsbeds,noisy and dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No fridge, no coffee, no microwave, no garbage can etc
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Craig

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

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