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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1817)
"Basic, reasonably priced motel "
United States
Delrae
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"The staff was very friendly and the check in was quick and easy! "
United States
Hannah
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen
Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Great place to stay at"
United States
Dave
The price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Scandia Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1695)
"Good place to crash and get a hot shower and rest/recover after a busy day site-seeing and visiting family and friends. Close to good food and coffee! Great price for the area "
United States
Elliot
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
Outdoor pool
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"extremely clean, well maintained and nicest motel 6 ever "
United States
Joel
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
Beach/ocean view
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (505)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Joan
Moonlight Beach Motel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

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, (1003)
"Extremely friendly staff, clean hotel, and love the breakfast buffet, great selection. "
United States
Mary
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Room was clean .staff very friendly and professional. Very good breakfasts "
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Exterior
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.6 out of 10, (1012)
"The view, the size of room"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (255)
"Everything was great"
United States
Wanda
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Escondido Lodge
Economy Single Room, 2 Double Beds
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Clean , quiet "
United States
Bruce
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (703)
"I really like super 8 clean room very nice staff good customer service quite close to beach nice overall 😊"
United States
Genevive
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1000)
"Rooms are decent. "
United States
isela
The price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (502)
"The front desk staff is very nice"
United States
Charee
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Vista Inn Motel
Outdoor pool
Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Townsite
5.8 out of 10, (1001)
"Nice"
United States
David
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Pacific Inn
Exterior
Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1001)
"Love the room and how clean it was would go back again thank you"
United States
Noemi
The price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Fallbrook Country Inn
Room, 1 King Bed
Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Escondido Inn
Boating
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Clean room and breakfast. "
United States
David
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
Restaurant
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
6.8 out of 10, (1001)
"I am a repeated customer. A good place to stay"
United States
Allan
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Property grounds
Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (140)
"Felt safe and secure during my week stay."
United States
Cameron
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hacienda Motel
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Top Carlsbad Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

10/10 Excellent
"Super clean, staff was excellent. Breakfast was awesome!"
Arian 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

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Carlsbad Motels information

Number of reviews
17,819
Accommodation
5 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$104
Highest Price
NZ$209

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carlsbad?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy all that Carlsbad has to offer. Top sights to visit include LEGOLAND® California.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Carlsbad?
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Stay within a short 5-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East: Free WiFi, free parking and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California. Scandia Motel: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and 24-hour front desk. Stay within a short 9-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad: It's located within a short 7-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North: Stay within a short 7-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels will I be able to find in Carlsbad?
Expedia has 5 affordable motels in Carlsbad.
What things can I to do in Carlsbad?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, explore the fun-filled theme parks and enjoy the popular beaches. People visiting Carlsbad love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad Lagoon. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: LEGOLAND® California, GIA Museum and Batiquitos Lagoon. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Carlsbad Premium Outlets, Flower Fields of Carlsbad and The Crossings at Carlsbad.
What's the weather like in Carlsbad?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Carlsbad is 340 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carlsbad while 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) from the city centre. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 26.9 mi (43.3 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Carlsbad Village Station or Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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