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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Carlsbad Seapointe Resort	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 755 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea	2.5 star property	8.0 Very good 1,519 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG	2.5 star property	7.6 Good 1,004 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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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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A street intersection with a sign reading "CARLSBAD" and palm trees in the background.

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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A coastal sunset with a stone jetty leading into the ocean, a road parallel to the shore, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

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

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

8/10 Good

"Pros: 1. Frederick (Sp?) was THE MAN. I came in from a long delayed flight late at night and had to get up VERY early in the morning for a conference. I realized (after reading reviews AFTER booking) that the motel is close to a freeway and that rooms facing the freeway could be noisy. I'm a light sleeper and was very worried about this checking in. I asked Frederick if he could assign me a room facing away from the freeway, and he upgraded me for free so that I could get a quieter room. He went above and beyond and really made a pretty crappy evening of traveling after a long day at work so much better. Can't tell you how much I appreciated his warm welcoming demeanor and taking the extra effort to make sure I was comfortable. 2. The pool and hot tub were great to have after my long days and not very crowded at all (granted it was early October) 3. 4 mins drive from a great beach! Cons: 1. The bed was not great. 2. Sheer curtains were completely see through. The lack of privacy and the intense light from the hallway shining through the windows would have really been a problem but I was able to solve the issue by clipping the shorter side curtains together. Why not just get full blackout or at least not see through curtains? 3. The room smelled musty and the carpet felt pretty gross to walk on."

Lakehouse Resort

8/10 Good

"Nice location for exploring Escondido/ Carlsbad and surrounding area. The resort is on a man-made lake with kayaks and paddle boards provided free for an hour, which is amble time for exploring the lake. There are two swimming pools and two hot tubs with beach towels provided with a room key. Golf is available. Two restaurants and a coffee/ quick breakfast snack shop on site. The beds are very comfortable with lots of towels provided. The room decor is a bit dated. We had noisy neighbors but they were quiet after 10. Try to get a room facing the lake, not the front parking lot. S’more packages are provided (for 2) with your stay and there are three fire pits where you can roast marshmallows. Although we were a couple attending a small reunion, it looks like a great location for family events."

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

8/10 Good

"I've traveled all over the world and this is probably the nicest hotel. I've stayed in, especially considering the location steps from the beach. However, one thing is a little annoying at Piper's restaurant. We spent almost $1000 on dinner and noticed that there was a $50 surcharge. Kind of annoying half the people wanted to pay it other half didn't wanna pay it. It was just kind of uncomfortable. I'd rather just have that $50 buried into the cost of goods so there's no conversation about it."

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

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 81 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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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

2. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

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

4. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

5. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

6. Carlsbad Seapointe Resort

7. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

8. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

11. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

12. West Inn & Suites

13. LEGOLAND California Hotel

14. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

16. Leucadia Beach Inn

17. Best Western Plus Beach View Lodge Carlsbad

18. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

19. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

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Where to stay in South Beach

Carlsbad Village

North Beach

City Center

Olde Carlsbad

Aviara

Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

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