South Beach

Carlsbad

A coastal road with a bridge over water, surrounded by snow-covered land and a sunset sky.
A pebbly beach with a person walking, a lighthouse in the distance, and a sandy shore.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and rocky cliffs.
A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, waves crashing onto the beach, and a clear sky.
A beach with waves and footprints in the sand.

Stay near popular South Beach attractions

South Carlsbad State Beach

9.2/10 (226 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
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Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

P3,564
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals

Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals

P1,563
per adult
Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

P477
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
“The best whale watching experience! Our fast and safe boat lets us cover more ocean, giving you the best chance to see whales up close. Small groups, big adventures!”

Whale Watching with O’side Whales

P6,252
per adult
Whale Watching with O’side Whales
Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea

Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea

P937
per adult
Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea
Solana Beach: Guided Hiking/Bike Tour to Annie’s Canyon

Solana Beach: Guided Hiking/Bike Tour to Annie’s Canyon

P5,001
per adult
Solana Beach: Guided Hiking/Bike Tour to Annie’s Canyon
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Top hotels in South Beach

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd Carlsbad CA
The price is P9,136 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
P9,136
P12,862 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"The grounds were beautifully maintained. We watched staff meticulously clean the glass around the pool, wiped down railings all the way to the ground. They need a raise ! Every staff we came in contact with was knowledgeable and the training shows. We were greeted by the gift shop cashier, the front ..."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2026

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
The price is P6,733 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
P6,733
P7,554 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,738 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly. Property was clean outside.I can only give it 3 stars do too the room inside being a-little rundown and the Febreze smell in the room was a little overwhelming. For the price in the area it was ok for one night….."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
The price is P6,610 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
P6,610
P7,416 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
The price is P9,194 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
P9,194
P10,378 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The room was not ready for"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
The price is P8,963 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P8,963
P12,069 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ...
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

3 out of 5
8110 Camino Del Oro La Jolla CA
The price is P13,123 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P13,123
P18,701 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
La Jolla Shores Hotel
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Where to stay in South Beach

Find the best South Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Carlsbad Village

While visiting Carlsbad Village, you might make a stop by sights like Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach.

A rocky beach with large boulders and pebbles, a clear sky, and distant hills.

North Beach

If you're spending some time in North Beach, Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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City Center

If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.

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Olde Carlsbad

If you're spending some time in Olde Carlsbad, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails are top sights worth seeing.

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Aviara

While visiting Aviara, you might make a stop by sights like Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center and Batiquitos Lagoon.

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