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MainStay Suites Carlsbad South

2.5 star property
Hotel in Carlsbad with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Lobby
Free continental breakfast
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is P6,999
P7,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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3621 SAN JOSE BLVD, Carlsbad, NM, 88220

What's nearby

  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Riverwalk Recreation Center - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Carlsbad Water Park - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Pecos River Flume - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park - 18 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Patrona - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dragon China Buffet - ‬3 min drive

About this property

MainStay Suites Carlsbad South

Property highlights
Free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and refrigerators

Languages

English

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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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 70 mi (112.654 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Property is also known as

MainStay Suites
Mainstay Suites Carlsbad
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South Hotel
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South Carlsbad
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South Hotel Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

Is MainStay Suites Carlsbad South pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South?

As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South on Aug 9, 2025 start from P 6,998.59, 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.

How much is parking at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at MainStay Suites Carlsbad South?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MainStay Suites Carlsbad South located?

Situated in Carlsbad, this hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Carlsbad Dog Park and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Carlsbad Museum & Art Center. Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area and Riverwalk Recreation Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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MainStay Suites Carlsbad South Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 370 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've been traveling throughout New Mexico for over a year now and this is probably the nicest hotel I've stayed in at around the $150 price point and below.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never nice rooms and clean And the washer and dryer worked
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Updated, Kitchenette and nice gym, exactly what I'm looking for in a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Room was spacious. Great price. Room was also clean,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jesus

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A excellent place to stay. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
The room smell like dog utine
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness
The floors in bathroom were dirty the place was big and had what we needed to stop for the night. Wish it had Netflix thou.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Spacious room, very clean friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice rooms, friendly front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is super clean & nice! The only downside is for the breakfast.. the only protean was boiled eggs. Lots of fruit, bread choices & cereals. Would consider if more of a continental INSTEAD of full.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel on the outskirts of Carlsbad. Great place to stay when visiting the caverns.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Elinora

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Asked about shampoo and conditioner, was told it would be on the wall in the shower, it was not. Breakfast was the worst ever. Waffles was the only warm item.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice will definitely stay there the next time i'm in Carlsbad. will definitely will recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

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

Nice stay

Friendly staff, rooms are big, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we have stayed in. Full size refrigerator was so welcome. Bed was super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and affordable hotel for the area seeing you get a sink, full size fridge and cooktop
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the mini kitchen especially the big fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, amazing hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Iris

Liked: Room comfort

Smelly room

Room smelled oil and grease due to rooms mostly for men who work the oilfields. I requested another room but was denied. Will not be staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very comfortable beds. Staff very nice and helpfull.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIEYING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly, clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023