10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to South Carlsbad State Beach in Carlsbad from NZ$127

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A water park with multiple slides and a pool.

A modern lounge area with a wooden ceiling, a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a large planter with a tree, and a wall-mounted plant.

A spacious balcony with a view of a cityscape at sunset, furnished with wicker chairs and a table.

A spacious room with a modern chandelier, a large arched window, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Aviara, 3.1 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Neal

NZ$1,158

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a bed, and a chair.

A coastal hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved driveway leading to the entrance, a beachfront view, and a rocky shoreline.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a wooden ceiling.

A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, beach access, and a view of the ocean.

2. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

2.3 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Jose Oscar Armando Angulo

NZ$1,061

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A pool area with a LEGO play structure, lounge chairs, and a hotel sign.

A hotel room with a bed featuring a striped bedspread with a skull and crossbones design, a wooden headboard, and a red wall with a pirate-themed decoration.

A wooden cabin interior with a bed, a window with a view, and a monkey decoration.

A play area with a pirate-themed backdrop, including a ship's wheel and a skull flag.

3. LEGOLAND California Hotel

Carlsbad Ranch, 2.9 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Aelishia N

NZ$522

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.

A covered outdoor seating area with multiple lounge chairs and a view of the landscape.

A lobby with a glass door entrance, wicker chairs with cushions, and a modern ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas.

4. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch, 2.6 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Richard

NZ$349

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach, 2.4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Mark

NZ$291

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a curved seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

6. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Rosie

NZ$181

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered gazebo, surrounded by mature trees and well-maintained lawns.

An aerial view of a large building with multiple roofs, a swimming pool, and a parking lot.

A casual dining restaurant with a brick wall and exposed ceiling pipes.

7. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

City Center, 2.4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Roberto

NZ$295

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.

A beach with the ocean and a cloudy sky.

A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer and chair, and a decorative wall piece.

A modern reception area with a glass partition, a reception desk, a blue wall with a clock, and a seating area with a patterned bench.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Tuesday

NZ$233

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.

A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Christine

NZ$207

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a bulletin board, and a clock on the wall.

A pool area with a blue pool, white chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A vending machine with snacks and a Coca-Cola cooler.

10. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center, 2 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Roberto

NZ$127

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower.

A bathroom with a round white sink, a mirror, and a window.

11. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach, 0.7 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Roy

NZ$145

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

A woman sitting in a teal hanging chair on a wooden deck with a view of trees and a building in the background.

A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

12. Twelve Senses Retreat

7.8 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Jacklyn

NZ$703

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

13. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

9.6 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Shannon J

NZ$283

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

A balcony with a sofa, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the sea.

14. Beach Terrace

7.3 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

ALI

NZ$539

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a blue seating area.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

14.9 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Paula

NZ$278

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A brick pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

A bar area with green upholstered bar stools, a marble countertop, and a fireplace.

A spacious living room with a herringbone wood floor, wooden ceiling beams, and a large painting on the wall.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

16. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

14 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Robert

NZ$745

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A hotel room with a wooden shelf unit, a door, and a wall with a circular pattern. There are two refrigerators with various food items and beverages.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.

17. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara, 5 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Jamie

NZ$241

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An aerial view of a beach with numerous umbrellas and people.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with two barstools, and pendant lighting.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

A residential house with a covered patio, solar panels on the roof, and a brick pathway.

18. Del Mar Beach Hotel

16.1 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Nicole

NZ$509

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.

A hallway with a circular window featuring a statue, surrounded by labeled columns and a wooden wall.

A corridor with wooden walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a wicker side table.

19. Inn at Moonlight Beach

6.1 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Cesar

NZ$761

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

20. West Inn & Suites

City Center, 4 km from South Carlsbad State Beach

Juan

NZ$246

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to South Carlsbad State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort	8.8 Excellent 291 reviews	View
LEGOLAND California Hotel	8.8 Excellent 591 reviews	View
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach	8.6 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View

Top South Carlsbad State Beach Hotel Reviews

~OPEN 9/7-11! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

10/10 Excellent

"Great property. Exactly as described. Did not know that the property has no central AC but ample fans to cool down. Nice private neighborhood."

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"It was a really clean room and great access to the community area."

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"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 desk clerk came around to hand me my room keys. These little things did not go unnoticed. Mya was a great waitress to us! She made our night with being so fun and kind to our party."

Casa Surfside-Walk 2 Beach, Spa, Close to Legoland

10/10 Excellent

"This property is amazing close to the beach and in an amazing little neighborhood, clean fully stocked with everything. The play room for kids is amazing perfect house for a family of 8"

Steps to the Beach | Pool, Gym & Free Breakfast

8/10 Good

"No soap in the shower"

Carlsbad Beach Resort- Across Street from Crystal Blue Beaches.

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location and plenty of room for rest and relaxation! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would consider staying again."

Other attractions near South Carlsbad State Beach

A beach at sunset with waves and a pink sky.

South Ponto Beach

8.8/10 (50 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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A field of colorful flowers with a clear blue sky and palm trees in the background.

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

9.0/10 (922 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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The Camp Store

After visiting The Camp Store, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carlsbad.

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North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

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Poinsettia Park

8.4/10 (142 reviews)

Poinsettia Park is just one of the places to see in Carlsbad, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center and enjoy the surfing in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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Batiquitos Lagoon

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Batiquitos Lagoon and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Aviara. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Museum of Making Music

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Carlsbad State Beach?

South Carlsbad State Beach is located in Carlsbad. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 63 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to South Carlsbad State Beach?

Adjacent to South Carlsbad State Beach, Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area and Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Carlsbad State Beach?

Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Carlsbad State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Carlsbad State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near South Carlsbad State Beach.

What can I see and do near South Carlsbad State Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at GIA Museum and Museum of Making Music. You can wander around Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park or Poinsettia Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Carlsbad Lagoon, Tamarack Beach and Moonlight State Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

How can I get to South Carlsbad State Beach?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Carlsbad Poinsettia Station is the closest station to South Beach. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near South Carlsbad State Beach so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

Top Hotels Near South Carlsbad State Beach in Carlsbad from NZ$127

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Our top choices for South Carlsbad State Beach hotels

1. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

2. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

3. LEGOLAND California Hotel

4. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

6. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

7. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

10. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

11. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

12. Twelve Senses Retreat

13. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

14. Beach Terrace

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

16. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

17. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

18. Del Mar Beach Hotel

19. Inn at Moonlight Beach

20. West Inn & Suites

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Top South Carlsbad State Beach Hotel Reviews

~OPEN 9/7-11! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Casa Surfside-Walk 2 Beach, Spa, Close to Legoland

Steps to the Beach | Pool, Gym & Free Breakfast

Carlsbad Beach Resort- Across Street from Crystal Blue Beaches.

Other attractions near South Carlsbad State Beach

South Ponto Beach

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

The Camp Store

North Ponto Beach

Poinsettia Park

Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center

Batiquitos Lagoon

Museum of Making Music

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