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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,018 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach	4.0 star property	8.4 Very Good 1,015 reviews	View
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea	2.5 star property	8.2 Very Good 1,380 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 1,009 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area	3.0 star property	7.8 Good 1,675 reviews	View

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.

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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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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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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

Set in the hills of southern Carlsbad, this resort neighborhood boasts stunning ocean and lagoon views, with the luxurious Park Hyatt Resort and the renowned Aviara Golf Club as its main attractions. Just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego, it's a golfer's paradise.

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Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

Lakehouse Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

8/10 Good

"Decent room, very clean, comfortable beds. Solid breakfast and nice outdoor seating. Staff busy but very efficient. Noisy next to the freeway but they accommodated our request for a quieter room. Just use white noise app and you're golden."

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

8/10 Good

"Would have given 5 stars except for the food. Everything about our stay was spectacular. The room, the amenities, the pools. It really is kid paradise and so beautiful. We had the perfect vacation. But we were definitely underwhelmed with the food and drinks. We had dinner with cocktails and brunch at the Vue, lunch and cocktails at the pool (the worst turkey club wrap we’ve ever had, which how bad can you mess that up), and dinner at Bar Traza. We did not have one meal that was great. Nothing bad, all just mediocre. Which was disappointing considering the price. The summer promotion of Kids eating free for breakfast and lunch and half off dinner helped make up for it. But still wish the food had been better. Would still come back for the pools but probably wouldnt eat at the resort for dinners"

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Frequently asked questions

What is South Beach like?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Carlsbad's South Beach neighborhood. Be sure to check out South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach as part of your South Beach travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in South Beach?

Based on our traveler data, Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in South Beach. This resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the South Beach area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Carlsbad, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 110 South Beach hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in South Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Beach?

For additional details about updating your trip to South Beach or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Carlsbad neighborhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at South Carlsbad State Beach, Tamarack Beach, and North Ponto Beach while you're in South Beach. The Camp Store and Batiquitos Lagoon are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. LEGOLAND® California, Flower Fields of Carlsbad, and Museum of Making Music are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Beach. Carlsbad Premium Outlets and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carlsbad.

How can I get around South Beach and the greater Carlsbad area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Carlsbad Poinsettia Station.

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Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

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Where to stay in South Beach

Carlsbad Village

City Center

North Beach

Olde Carlsbad

Aviara

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