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Our top choices for Carlsbad motels

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Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was very, very clean and the staff was excellent very polite very helpful and very courteous. I will stay there again."
United States
CARMEN
The price is P8,387
P9,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
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Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,049 reviews)
"OK to stay y"
United States
luke
The price is P5,149
P5,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"A great no frills, clean and well kept motel in walking distance to the beach."
United States
Cory
The price is P4,552
P5,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Scandia Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,871 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, perfect distance from legoland made our family trip super easy with the beach and restaurants close by"
United States
Liliana
The price is P4,659
P5,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Room and property were very clean and staff were excellent."
United States
Maria
The price is P6,437
P7,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
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Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
6.0 out of 10, (102 reviews)
"The location was great can't beat it for the price."
United States
Juan C
The price is P7,173
P8,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Mission Bay Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (367 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay! It was quiet and clean, and we used the pool multiple times. We stayed 6 nights and have no complaints!"
United States
Dana Phillip
The price is P4,966
P5,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Escondido Lodge
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,229 reviews)
"Excelent hotel"
United States
Faustino
The price is P8,222
P9,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,410 reviews)
"Great place to stay & location!"
United States
Brent
The price is P4,292
P4,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (618 reviews)
"Great bed comfortable Great night sleep Nice employees Very helpful anything you need Rooms huge Bathroom huge"
United States
Janine
The price is P5,457
P6,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Vista Inn Motel
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"The staff and room was great, would stay here again."
United States
Irene
The price is P9,135
P10,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (606 reviews)
"Nice location and staff. Room was spacious and clean"
United States
Theodore
The price is P16,553
P18,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Moonlight Beach Motel
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Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (537 reviews)
"Cozy little place"
United States
Stefanie
The price is P7,572
P8,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,034 reviews)
"Large room, clean and convenient!"
United States
Ruchi
The price is P6,070
P6,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (619 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tom
The price is P4,414
P4,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Franciscan Inn
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Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay as always"
United States
Kimberly
The price is P3,763
P4,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Fallbrook Country Inn
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Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (151 reviews)
"Staff was nice. If you have to stay there it’s a bed but bring own sheets not the best or cleanest."
United States
Jason
The price is P4,476
P6,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hacienda Motel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"I liked the tiny room with the decent nightly rate."
United States
Jennifer
The price is P5,689
P6,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent"
United States
Danny
The price is P7,356
P8,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location, friendly staff."
Canada
Shane
The price is P3,862
P4,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay! Staff were very helpful and accommodating. I do wish there was more table areas for small families downstairs that were not in the restaurant but nothing major."
Evan 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

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Carlsbad Motels information

Number of reviews
18,632
Accommodation
5 Motels
Lowest Price
P4,217
Highest Price
P18,209

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carlsbad?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Carlsbad has to offer. Top sights include LEGOLAND® California in Carlsbad, as well as Del Mar Beach in the area.
What is a motel?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carlsbad?
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Stay within a 5-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of Flower Fields of Carlsbad. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Pier. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad: It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Scandia Motel: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Carlsbad State Beach. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.
How many motels are there in Carlsbad?
Expedia has 5 economical motels in Carlsbad.
What things can I to do in Carlsbad?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, check out the fun-filled theme parks and enjoy the scenic seaside. People visiting Carlsbad love its shops. Must-see places in and around Carlsbad include LEGOLAND® California and Del Mar Beach. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach, and Carlsbad Lagoon. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: GIA Museum, SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium, and Museum of Making Music.
What's the weather like in Carlsbad?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Carlsbad to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Carlsbad is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Carlsbad when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Carlsbad to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 26.9 mi (43.3 km) away. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Carlsbad Village Station or Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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